| AJ Institute of Dental Sciences | INDIA
Dr. Trupthi Rai is a dental academic and researcher specializing in Prosthodontics, with professional experience in clinical dentistry, teaching, research, and continuing professional development. She is currently serving as a Reader in the Department of Prosthodontics at A.J. Institute of Dental Sciences, where she contributes to prosthodontic education, clinical practice, and academic research.
Her professional interests encompass fixed and removable prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, maxillofacial prosthetics, digital dentistry, aesthetic rehabilitation, oral healthcare, and patient-centered dental treatment.
Research & Scholarly Contributions
Dr. Rai has demonstrated a growing research profile through publications addressing clinically relevant and innovative areas of dentistry. She has received a total of 45 publication points under the revised Dental Council of India (DCI) point system.
Her notable research contributions include:
- “Evaluation of the effectiveness of a custom-made toothbrush in maintaining oral hygiene and gingival health in cerebral palsy patients,” published in Special Care in Dentistry, a Wiley publication, with the journal indexed in Scopus. Dr. Rai served as the first author.
- “Evaluation of peel bond strength between self-cure acrylic resin material and two different commercially available maxillofacial silicone material using a primer – an in vitro study,” published in the International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology, with PubMed indexing, where she was the first author.
- “Prosthetic rehabilitation of a partial traumatic amputation of finger using acrylic substructure for retention: A case report,” published in Guident Journal, as first author.
- Authored the book “Laminates and Veneers,” published internationally by Lambert Publications.
Her research interests demonstrate an emphasis on improving prosthetic outcomes, oral hygiene, maxillofacial rehabilitation, aesthetic dentistry, and evidence-based clinical practice.
Ongoing & Emerging Research
Dr. Rai is actively involved in several research projects, reflecting her continuing commitment to clinically relevant investigation. Her ongoing studies include:
- A survey of dental patients’ attitudes toward disclosing their daily medications to oral healthcare providers.
- Dental patients’ punctuality in attending dental hospitals for treatment – an intervention study.
- Evaluation of discrepancy in the fit of fixed restorations using two cementation techniques – an in-vitro study.
She is also awaiting a response regarding the manuscript “Chairside Digital Workflow in Fixed Prosthodontics: Benefits, Limitations, and Future Trends” (JAOS-2026-0720), reflecting her engagement with emerging digital technologies in prosthodontics.
Paper, Poster & Scientific Presentations
Dr. Rai has actively disseminated her research through scientific papers, posters, e-posters, and table clinics at professional dental conferences. Her presentations have addressed topics such as:
- Oral care needs, barriers, and challenges among elderly individuals in India.
- Patient punctuality as an important element of treatment precision.
- Digital Smile Designing.
- Patients’ attitudes toward disclosure of daily medications.
- Retentive aids in prosthesis for bridging defects.
- Discrepancies in the fit of fixed restorations using different cementation techniques.
- Medical management of orofacial pain.
She has presented her work at several Indian Prosthodontic Society (IPS) national and state-level conferences, including the 46th, 47th, and 50th IPS National Conferences and the 22nd IPS PG Convention.
Continuing Professional Development
Dr. Rai has maintained a strong commitment to professional advancement by participating in numerous CPD and CDE programmes, hands-on workshops, webinars, and pre-conference courses.
Her professional development includes training and educational programmes in:
- Implantology and implant prosthetics
- Post and core procedures
- Aesthetic anterior implants
- Dental laminates and veneers
- Occlusal rehabilitation
- Clinical and laboratory procedures for cast partial dentures
- All-ceramic restorations
- CBCT in implant planning
- Digital workflow between dental practice and laboratory
- Orofacial pain management
- Oral hygiene and periodontics
- Emergency skills for dentists
- Hard-tissue laser applications
These activities demonstrate her efforts to remain updated with contemporary developments and technologies in prosthodontics.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Trupthi Rai’s academic and professional interests include:
- Prosthodontics
- Fixed and removable prosthodontics
- Implant prosthodontics
- Maxillofacial prosthetics
- Aesthetic dentistry
- Digital dentistry and digital workflows
- Dental laminates and veneers
- Occlusal rehabilitation
- Prosthetic rehabilitation
- Evidence-based clinical research
- Patient-centered oral healthcare
Overall Academic & Research Profile
Dr. Trupthi Rai has established a promising academic and research career by combining clinical prosthodontic practice, teaching, scientific publication, research projects, conference presentations, and continuous professional development. Her role as a Reader in Prosthodontics provides an academic platform through which she contributes to dental education while pursuing clinically meaningful research.
Her publication in an international Wiley journal indexed in Scopus, PubMed-indexed research, authorship of an international book, ongoing research projects, scientific presentations, and sustained participation in professional development programmes collectively demonstrate her commitment to advancing dental science.
Eligibility for the Young Researcher Award
Dr. Trupthi Rai is eligible for the Young Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels in recognition of her developing research career and contributions to Prosthodontics. Her eligibility is supported by her first-author research publications, indexed journal contributions, international book authorship, ongoing clinical research, scientific presentations at national and state-level professional conferences, and continuous engagement with contemporary developments in prosthodontic practice.
Her research particularly addresses practical clinical challenges, including oral hygiene in patients with cerebral palsy, maxillofacial material bonding, prosthetic rehabilitation, restoration fit, medication disclosure, patient compliance, and digital workflows. These contributions reflect a promising trajectory toward continued innovation and scholarly achievement in dental and prosthodontic research.