Description
Bio-Engineering in Orthodontics: The Engineering Behind Predictable Orthodontic Outcomes* explores the dynamic intersection of biological sciences and engineering principles in modern orthodontics. The book provides a comprehensive overview of biomechanics, biomaterials, smart materials, tissue engineering, digital orthodontics, artificial intelligence, and emerging innovations that are transforming orthodontic diagnosis and treatment.
Designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and practicing clinicians, this text presents evidence-based concepts and clinical applications in a clear and accessible manner. By bridging foundational science with contemporary technological advances, the book offers valuable insights into the future of orthodontic care and the engineering principles that drive predictable treatment outcomes.
Dr. Soumya Shree Ojha
Dr. Soumya Shree Ojha is an Orthodontist and academician affiliated with the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Hi-Tech Dental College & Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. She completed her postgraduate training in Orthodontics and has a keen interest in contemporary orthodontic biomechanics, digital orthodontics, bioengineering applications, temporary anchorage devices, and interdisciplinary treatment approaches.
Dr. Ojha has actively participated in scientific conferences, academic presentations, and research activities. Her areas of interest include orthodontic innovation, biomaterials, craniofacial growth, esthetic orthodontics, and evidence-based clinical practice. She is committed to integrating emerging technologies with patient-centered orthodontic care and fostering academic excellence among students and young clinicians.
Dr. Subash Chandra Nayak
Dr. Subash Chandra Nayak is a distinguished Orthodontist, educator, and researcher associated with the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Hi-Tech Dental College & Hospital, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. He has extensive experience in clinical orthodontics, dentofacial orthopaedics, biomechanics, and orthodontic research.
Dr. Nayak has guided numerous postgraduate dissertations and research projects and has contributed significantly to orthodontic education and clinical training. His academic interests include orthodontic biomechanics, skeletal anchorage systems, bioengineering applications in orthodontics, and innovative treatment methodologies. Through his dedication to teaching and research, he continues to inspire future generations of orthodontists.
Affiliation
Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Hi-Tech Dental College & Hospital
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India