Kavya Shankar Muttanahally, BDS, MDS, MDSc
Assistant Professor, Department of Growth & Development, UNMC College of Dentistry
Kavya Shankar Muttanahally, BDS, MDS, MDSc, is an assistant professor in the Department of Growth and Development at the UNMC College of Dentistry. She is dedicated to advancing the field of oral health through clinical practice, education and research. Her journey began with rigorous academic training, including a four-year dental program and a comprehensive internship, which equipped her with a solid foundation in managing a wide array of oral diseases. This period was instrumental in developing her proficiency in restorations, extractions and endodontic treatments.
Throughout her career, Dr. Muttanahally has had the privilege of working with diverse patient populations, enhancing her clinical experience and broadening her expertise. Her exposure to precancerous and cancerous patient screenings has deepened her understanding of early detection and intervention, while her involvement in denture camps provided invaluable hands-on experience and a unique perspective on patient care.
Driven by a passion for innovation in oral health, Dr. Muttanahally pursued a master's degree in oral radiology. This advanced training allowed her to specialize in the interpretation of cutting-edge imaging modalities, including cone beam computed tomography, panoramic radiography and digital intraoral imaging. Her expertise in these areas is complemented by a keen interest in the application of advanced imaging techniques for the diagnosis and treatment planning of complex dental and maxillofacial conditions.
- BDS: Rajiv Gandhi University - Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, 2014
- MDS: Rajiv Gandhi University - Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, 2018
- MDSc: University of Connecticut - Farmington, CT, United States, 2022
- Muttanahally, K. S., Vaddi, A., Villagran, S., & Tadinada, A. (2021). Evaluation of available height, location, and patency of the ostium for sinus augmentation from an implant treatment planning perspective. Imaging Science in Dentistry, 51(3), 243.
- Muttanahally, K. S., Vyas, R., Mago, J., & Tadinada, A. (2021). Usefulness of artificial intelligence-based virtual assistants in oral and maxillofacial radiology report writing. World Journal of Dentistry, 12(2), 97-102.
- Hegde, S., Donly, A., & Shankar, K. (2018). Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental professionals—a questionnaire study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, 9(3).
- Muttanahally, K. S., & Tadinada, A. (2023). Radiographic evaluation of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) with different primary cancers and medication therapies. Cureus, 15(8).
- Muttanahally, K. S., Chen, I. P., Reichenberger, E. J., Tadinada, A., &Vaddi, A. (2023). Three-dimensional radiographic features of Craniometaphyseal dysplasia—a comparative CBCT study. Journal of Rare Diseases, 2(1), 5.