Dr. Swapna Mahale | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Research Article Award

Professor, PhD Scholar at MGV’S KBH DENTAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL, NASHIK, India

Dr. Swapna Arunkumar Mahale stands out as a dedicated academician and seasoned clinician in periodontology. She is currently the Professor and Head of the Department of Periodontology at MGV’s KBH Dental College and Hospital, Nashik, India. Over her long-standing career, she has combined rigorous teaching, research contributions, and professional service to enhance the domain of dental education and practice. With more than two decades of experience, she has influenced dental curriculum development and mentored countless undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr. Mahale’s expertise extends into contemporary research areas such as regenerative therapies and nanoparticle-based periodontal treatments, making her a valuable contributor to advancing periodontal healthcare.

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Education

Dr. Mahale began her academic journey in dental sciences at the Government Dental College and Hospital in Mumbai, earning her BDS in 1991. She further pursued her MDS in Periodontology from the reputed Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai, which she completed in 1997. To deepen her research acumen, she is currently undertaking her Ph.D. at Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Wardha. Her educational trajectory reflects an enduring commitment to both academic and clinical excellence in periodontology.

Experience

Dr. Mahale’s academic contributions span more than 23 years at the undergraduate level and 13 years at the postgraduate level. She has played a pivotal role in shaping the department she leads, integrating modern techniques and digital learning tools in dental education. Her role as a professor is matched by her active participation in webinars, national symposiums, and collaborative projects with global publishers and academic platforms such as Elsevier, Wiley, and Publons. Through her teaching and leadership, she cultivates evidence-based practices and fosters an academic environment conducive to research and innovation.

Research Interest

Dr. Mahale’s research interests encompass regenerative periodontology, herbal and probiotic therapies, biomaterials such as copper nanoparticles, and biofilm-related diseases. She is particularly focused on clinical trials and systematic reviews that validate emerging therapies for periodontitis and gingivitis. Her research aims to integrate nature-derived compounds and nanotechnology into mainstream periodontal care. She also explores models of surgical skills training and adaptive learning, contributing to the pedagogy of dental education. Her work is published and cited in international journals and repositories, reflecting a broad engagement with current and future directions in periodontology.

Award

While specific awards are not delineated, Dr. Mahale’s professional appointments and sustained scholarly output attest to the recognition she has earned within academic and clinical circles. Her roles within the Indian Society of Periodontology and the Indian Dental Association, coupled with her indexed authorship across major research databases, underscore her stature as an accomplished scholar and mentor in dentistry.

Publication

Dr. Mahale has authored numerous publications in reputed journals, with key recent works including:

1. Autogenous Periosteal Graft Along with Open Flap Debridement Versus Open Flap Debridement Alone for the Treatment of Grade II Furcation Defect in Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Medicina (2025), [DOI: 10.3390/medicina61050905] – cited in recent systematic reviews of regenerative therapy outcomes.

2. Evaluation of Clinical Efficacy of Scaling and Root Planing with Copper Nanoparticles Gel and/or Chlorhexidine Gel in Patients with Periodontitis: A Randomized Control Trial, F1000Research (2024), [DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.148859.1] – included in discussions on nanomaterial-based periodontitis management.

3. Green Remedy for Biofilm Induced Gingivitis by Gum Astringent, Preprint (2023), [DOI: 10.14293/P2199-8442.1.SOP-.PE5NWL.v1] – cited for its novel natural formulation approach.

4. HERBAL v/s PROBIOTIC: BEST HEALER AGAINST GINGIVITIS?, Preprint (2023), [DOI: 10.14293/P2199-8442.1.SOP-.PE9KCG.v1] – noted in reviews comparing alternative gingivitis treatments.

5. Reconceptualizing a Preclinical Model for Natural, Adaptive Surgical Skills Learning, Preprint (2023), [DOI: 10.14293/P2199-8442.1.SOP-.PEX6DF.v1] – referred in educational methodology research.

6. Copper Nanoparticle Gel as Potent Agent Against Periodontal Pathogens: Formulation and Evaluation, ScienceOpen Posters (2023), [DOI: 10.14293/P2199-8442.1.SOP-.POW548.v1] – frequently cited in nanotechnology-centered dental studies.

7. In Vitro Assessment of Copper Nanoparticle Gel as a Futuristic Drug Delivery Agent Against Periodontal Pathogens, Preprint (2023), [DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3157659/v1] – referenced in antimicrobial gel formulation literature.

These publications underscore her expertise in clinical trials, meta-analyses, and novel periodontal therapeutics, marking her as a progressive voice in dental research.

Conclusion

Dr. Swapna Mahale’s academic and professional journey exemplifies a commitment to clinical excellence, educational leadership, and innovative research. Through her teaching roles, doctoral pursuits, and contributions to peer-reviewed literature, she has become a prominent figure in Indian and global dental academia. Her work not only influences contemporary clinical practices but also inspires future research in periodontology. Her contributions resonate across institutions and disciplines, positioning her as a valued researcher and mentor in the field.