Dr. Siddharth Sonwane is an accomplished Orthodontist, Professor, academician, researcher, and postgraduate mentor with approximately 15 years of teaching experience in Orthodontics and Dentistry. His professional career spans clinical practice, undergraduate and postgraduate education, research, academic administration, and scientific publishing.

He has held academic positions including Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, Professor, and Professor & Head in the Department of Orthodontics at reputed dental institutions in Bhopal and Nagpur. He has also served as an Associate Professor & PG Guide at Government Dental College, Nagpur, and has been involved in postgraduate research supervision and academic mentorship.

Presently he is working  as a Professor and  PG guide at Ranjeet Deshmukh Dental College and Research Centre and he is the first PhD scholar from the Department of Orthodontics, Government Dental College and Hospital, Nagpur, to successfully complete the PhD program under Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik.

Clinical & Teaching Experience

Dr. Sonwane has extensive experience in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical orthodontics, pre-clinical training, and postgraduate education. His academic responsibilities have included teaching dental students, supervising postgraduate dissertations, guiding clinical research, and conducting academic programmes.

He also served as a front-line COVID-19 warrior and ward in-charge in the Department of Public and Community Health at Government Dental College, Nagpur, contributing to healthcare services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Research & Publications

Dr. Sonwane has an extensive research portfolio with approximately 79 publications, covering orthodontics, dentofacial orthopedics, dental materials, tooth movement, genetics, periodontics, craniofacial growth, dental sleep medicine, and interdisciplinary dental research.

His notable research areas include gene expression associated with orthodontic tooth movement, skeletal and dental measurements, root resorption, white spot lesions, impacted teeth, orthodontic treatment outcomes, periodontal interventions, and patient-related factors affecting orthodontic care.

His recent publications during 2025–2026 include studies on doxycycline-based aligner rinses, apical root resorption using scanning electron microscopy, cyberbullying and orthodontic decisions, skull thickness in skeletal deep bite, and contemporary orthodontic research and He has has published 17 publications in the year 2025-26 in both Q2-Q3 journals.

Innovative Research Contributions

A major strength of Dr. Sonwane's profile is his sustained focus on innovative and evidence-based orthodontic research. His research on the relationship between orthodontic forces, genes, and tooth movement demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach combining orthodontics with genetics and molecular biology.

His publications addressing novel orthodontic mechanics, digital and clinical approaches, skeletal prediction, dental sleep medicine, and treatment optimization further demonstrate his commitment to advancing contemporary orthodontic practice.

Patents & Intellectual Property

Dr. Sonwane has demonstrated substantial involvement in intellectual property and innovation, with 7 patents, 9 design patents, and 13 copyrights reported in his academic profile. His patent portfolio strengthens his candidature as a researcher who extends his work beyond conventional academic publications toward innovation and practical applications.

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Sonwane has received several academic and professional recognitions, including:

• Best Research of 2021 Award for research related to genetics and tooth movement.
• Young Researcher Award at the 5th Editor Conference, 2020.
• Best Editor Award, Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research.
• Best Reviewer Award, International Journal of Pharmacology and Medical Sciences.
• Front-Line Warrior – COVID-19 Recognition.
• Recognition for his contributions to orthodontic research, academic publishing, and scientific reviewing.

These achievements demonstrate recognition of his contributions across research, editorial activities, and clinical-academic service.

Editorial & Academic Contributions

Dr. Sonwane has made significant contributions to scientific publishing. He has served as an Associate Editor and Editorial Board Member for dental and orthodontic journals and has been involved in peer review and academic evaluation.

His editorial experience includes long-term association with orthodontic and dentofacial research journals, demonstrating his contribution to maintaining scientific standards and disseminating research in dentistry.

Postgraduate Mentorship

As an Associate Professor, Professor, Head, and PG Guide, Dr. Sonwane has guided postgraduate students in research projects involving gonial-angle assessment, Bolton's analysis, tooth-surface damage following bracket debonding, Steiner analysis, and skeletal development in the Central Indian population.

His mentorship reflects a strong commitment to developing the next generation of dental researchers and clinicians.

Conferences, Presentations & Academic Leadership

Dr. Sonwane has actively participated in scientific communication through keynote presentations, regional, national and international presentations, e-posters, guest lectures, workshops, and pre-conference courses. He has also served as an Organizing Secretary for professional dental academic programmes.

His academic leadership and communication activities demonstrate his ability to disseminate research findings and contribute to professional development within dentistry.

Book & Scholarly Contributions

He has contributed to the book “Current Trends in Orthodontics,” including a chapter addressing accidental swallowing of orthodontic appliances and their potential effects on the gastrointestinal and respiratory systems. This reflects his interest in interdisciplinary aspects of orthodontic treatment and patient safety.

Eligibility for Innovative Researcher of the Year

Dr. Siddharth Sonwane is eligible for the Innovative Researcher of the Year Award in Scientific Laurels. His candidature is supported by his extensive academic and clinical experience, approximately 79 research publications, 7 patents, 9 design patents, 13 copyrights, recognized research in genetics and orthodontic tooth movement, multiple research and young-researcher recognitions, and sustained editorial and peer-review contributions.

His interdisciplinary investigations into genetics and tooth movement, innovative orthodontic mechanics, root resorption, dental sleep medicine, craniofacial morphology, digital orthodontics, and evidence-based treatment approaches demonstrate a strong commitment to innovation. Combined with his postgraduate mentoring, academic leadership, scientific presentations, editorial responsibilities, and intellectual-property contributions, Dr. Sonwane has established a profile well suited to the Innovative Researcher of the Year Award in Scientific Laurels.