• inner-page-banner

Dr. Ruchika Roongta Nawal

Home/ Profile/ Dr. Ruchika Roongta Nawal

RESEARCH PROFILE

 

Name : Prof. (Dr.) Ruchika Roongta Nawal
Present Designation : PROFESSOR, Department of Conservative
Dentistry and Endodontics Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences
New Delhi – 110002, India

Qualification College Year
Bachelor of Dental Surgery Pune University, India   2002
Master of Dental Surgery in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India   2006
Certificate course in “Esthetic dentistry” SMILE India, New Delhi 2006
Certificate course in “Dental Microscopy and Advanced Endodontics” Faculty    of    University    of British Columbia, Dr Jeffery Coil. 2011

Diploma in Hospital

Management		 National Institute for Health and Family Welfare 2015


Research interest areas

  • Pulpal Diagnosis (Molecular), Revascularization, Potential Role Of Newer Bio- ceramic Materials, Vital Pulp Therapy
  • Remineralization Of Early Carious Lesions, Fluoride-Based Materials, Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials
  • Dental Technology Innovation, Instrument Development.

Research grants raised

Sl. No Title of the Project Funding Agency Status (whether ongoing/completed)
1. Intra-radicular root rehabilitation : a finite elemental analysis study (2012-15) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)   Completed
2. To evaluate the remineralization potential, mechanical and physical properties of pit and fissure sealants fortified with nano hydroxyapatite and nano amorphous calcium phosphate fillers: an in vitro study (2013-16) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Completed
3. Comparative evaluation of effectiveness of ultrasonics vs instrument retrieval kit in removal of broken endodontic instruments and fracture resistance of these teeth after rehabilitation using two different techniques (2015-18) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Completed
4. Evaluation of botanical stem cell extract as a prospective facilitator in regenerative endodontics via amplification/up regulation of DPSCs and SCAP (2017-18 Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Completed
5. Evaluation of Interleukin – 8 and TNF - alpha in healthy and inflamed human dental pulp tissue. (2017-2020) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Ongoing
6. Design and Development of indigenous instrument retrieval equipment for removal of broken/ separated files during endodontic therapy. (2018-22) Department of Science and Technology (DST ) Ongoing
7. Clinical, CBCT Based Radiographic assessment and Biomechanical analysis Of Immature Permanent Teeth Treated with Different Regenerative Protocols: A multi arm Randomized Controlled Trial (2019-22) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 2019-2022
8. Principal Investigator for India’s first Dedicated Dental technology Innovation Hub for development of indigenous technology Department of Science and Technology 2022-2027
9. Member Officer In- Charge , Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi Fund for Infrastructure in Science & Technology (FIST) 2022-27

 
Research work supervised

S.No. Batch Name Thesis Topic
1. 2021-2024 (ONGOING)   Dr. Aathithya Rajapathi Evaluation of fracture resistance of fibre reinforced composite in maxillary central incisor with incisal edge fracture.
2. 2021-2024 (ONGOING)   Dr. Pratima Pandey Evaluation of antibiofilm activity and depth of penetration of diclofenac, Chitosan nanoparticles, Calcium hydroxide and their combinations against multispecies endodntic biofilm: An ex-vivo study
3. 2021-2024 (ONGOING)   Dr. Angad Mahajan Fatigue behaviour analysis of direct and indirect restorative techniques for endodntically treated permanent mandibular molars under cyclic loading- an in vitro and in-silico study.
4. 2020-2023 Dr. J.Vinutha BBond Strength, Marginal Adaptation And Wear Evaluation For Repair Of Class II Composite Bulk fafractures : A Chewing Simulation Study
5. 2020-2023 Dr. Mohit Machiwal In Vitro Assessment Of Stress Pattern And Treatment Prognosis Based On 3D Extent Of External Cervical Resorption Defects Using Finite Element Analysis And CBCT
6. 2020-2023 Dr. Pooja Mewal Internal Adaptation Evaluation Of Different Composite Resin Using Micro- Computed Tomography : An In Vitro Study
7. 2019-2022 Dr. Ashima Jassal Outcome Assessment of Partial and Full Pulpotomy Using Biodentine in Cariously Exposed Mature Molars with Irreversible Pulpitis : A clinical study
8. 2019-2022 Dr. Jaffar Iqbal Mir Comparative Evaluation Of Effect Of Remaining Coronal Tooth Structure On Fracture Resistance Of Endodontically Treated Permanent Mandibular Molars - An in-vitro study
9. 2018 - 2021 Dr. Persis Anthrayose Study of Biomechanical Behaviour of Non-Vital Immature Permanent Teeth Treated by Revascularisation and Apexification Procedures: A Three Dimensional Finite Element Analysis.
10. 2018 - 2021 Dr. Arunima Aggarwal Comparative Evaluation of Root Microcrack Formation by Contemporary Rotary and Reciprocating Instruments At Different Working Lengths – A Micro Ct Study
11. 2017 – 2020 Dr. Sumit Dinkar Comparison of post operative pain and healing after endodontic therapy using Xp endo finisher and endoactivator irrigant activation – an in vivo exploratory study
12. 2016-2019 Dr. Divya Nangia Volumetric evaluation of apical extrusion and CBCT assessment of Irrigant penetration using Contemporary Irrigation system : An Ex Vitro Study
13. 2016-2019 Dr. Sonia Meshram In vitro Fatigue evaluation of Fracture Toughness of Modified Composite, Glass ionomer Cement and Amalgam Restorative Material
14. 2015-2018 Dr. Malvika S. Correlative Bacteriology and Micro Computed Tomographic Analysis of Canals Prepared with Protaper Gold, Protaper Universal & Twisted Files – An Invitro Study
15. 2015-2018 Dr. Vivek Sharma Histologic & Immunohistochemical analysis of newer calcium silicate based cement as direct pulp capping agents : A Randomised Controlled Study
16. 2014-2017 Dr. Neha Sultana Comparative evaluation of cellular responses and osteogenic potential of undifferentiated mesenchymal stem cells induced by calcium silicate based cements – A Histochemical Study
17.   Dr. Vijay Yadav Effect of C-Factor on adhesion and marginal adaptation of bulk fill v/s Micro hybrid composite in Class II restorations – An in vitro study
18. 2013-2016 Dr. Sudha Yadav Comparative evaluation of the adaptability of water expandable obturation system C Point with conventional obturation materials in oval canals: An in vitro study
19.   Dr. Akhilesh To evaluate the efficacy of resin infiltration technique
    Bhaskar and its comparison with other remineralizing agents for resolution of white spot lesions
20. 2012-2015 Dr. Shruti Goel Biomineralisation ability of MTA and Biodentine in normal and low pH conditions
21. 2012-2015 Dr. Munira Dewan Evaluation of proteolytic and antimicrobial activity of a fruit extract as a root canal irrigant- An in vitro study
23. 2011-2014 Dr. Aishwarya Kaushik Influence of method of conditioning on tensile bond strength of composite bonded to Er,Cr:YSGG laser and bur prepared dentin – an in vitro study
24.   Dr. Rohit Kansal Comparison of root canal cleaning ability of rotary and reciprocating file techniques: A Scanning electron microscopic study

 
Research publications

  1. Sharma, Sumit, Fang Wang, Shubham Kumar, Ruchika R. Nawal, Priya Kumar, Sudha Yadav, Imre Szenti, Akos Kukovecz, Ulf D. Schiller, and Amit Rawal. "Structural and functional integrity of decontaminated N95 Respirators: experimental results." Journal of Industrial Textiles (2022): 15280837221082322
  2. Jassal, Ashima & Roongta Nawal, Ruchika & Yadav, Seema & Talwar, Sangeeta & Yadav, Sudha & Duncan, Henry. (2022). Outcome of partial and full pulpotomy in cariously‐exposed mature molars with symptoms indicative of irreversible pulpitis: A randomized controlled trial. International Endodontic Journal. 10.1111/iej.13872.
  3. Yadav, Vijay & Kumar, Rega & Roongta Nawal, Ruchika & Talwar, Sangeeta. (2022). Endodontic Management of Dilacerated Maxillary First Molar with Tactile Controlled Activation Technique – A Case Report. Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy (India Section). 67-70. 10.18311/jpfa/2022/31410.
  4. Yadav, Sudha & Roongta Nawal, Ruchika & Talwar, Sangeeta. (2022). Nonsurgical Management of a Large Periapical Lesion Following Instrument Retrieval From the Apical Third: A Case Report With a Three-Year Follow-Up. Cureus. 14. 10.7759/cureus.24995.
  5. Sharma V, Nawal RR, Augustine J, Urs AB, Talwar S, Evaluation of Endosequence Root Repair Material and Endocem MTA as direct pulp capping agents: An in vivo study. Aust Endod J. 2021 Jul 18. Doi: 10.1111/aej.12542. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34278657.
  6. Aggarwal A, Nawal RR, Yadav S, Talwar S, Kunnoth S, Mahajan P. Comparative Evaluation of Dentinal Microcrack Formation before and after Root Canal Preparation using rotary, Reciprocating & Adaptive Instruments at Different Working Lengths – A Micro computed Tomographic Study. J Endod. 2021 May. doi: 10.1016/j.joen.2021.05.004. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 34023360.
  7. Anthrayose P, Nawal RR, Yadav S, Talwar S. Effect of revascularisation & apexification procedures on biomechanical behaviour of immature maxillary central incisor teeth: a three - dimensional finite element analysis study. Clin Oral Investig. 2021 Apr 26. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33899155.
  8. Yadav S, Nawal R R, Chaudhary S, Talwar S. Assessment of Quality of Root Canal filling with C Point, Quttacore and lateral Compaction Technique: A Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy study. Eur Endod J. 2020 Dec; 5(3): 236-241.
  9. Nangia D, Nawal R R, Talwar S, Evaluation of apical extrusion and cone beam computed to mography assessment of irrigant penetration in orval shaped canels using XP Endo Finisher and Endo activator. J Cons Dent 2020 Nov; 23: 185-9.
  10. Nangia D, Dinkar S, Nawal R R,Talwar S, Endodontic management of mandibular 2nd molar fused to odomtome with 12 month follow up using cone beam computed tomography : A case report. Aust Endod J. 2020 Oct; doi: 10.1111/aej.12452:1-8.
  11. Nawal R R, Utneja S, Sharma V, Yadav S, Talwar S. Long term follow up to traumatized immature necrotic permanent teeth treated with regenerative endodontics protocol using platelet – rich fibrin: A prospective case series. J Cons Dent 2020 July-Aug; 23(4): 417-422.
  12. Jogikalmat Krithikadatta, Ruchika Roongta Nawal, Kurinji Amalavathy,William McLean, Velayutham Gopikrishna. Endodontic and dental practice during COVID‐19 pandemic: Position statement from the Indian Endodontic Society, Indian Dental Association, and International Federation of Endodontic Associations Endodontology / Volume 32 / Issue 2 / April-June 2020
  13. Pruthi PJ, Goel S, Yadav P, Nawal R R, Talwar S. Noval application of a calcium silicate- based cement and platelet rich fibrin in complex endodontic cases: A case series. Gen Dent 2020 May-June; 68(3): 46-9.
  14. Yadav S, Nawal R R, Talwar S. Endodontics management of maxillary central incisor with Rare Root Canal Anatomy- Case Report- Cureus 2020 April;12(4): e 7851. Doi10.7759/cureus. 7851.
  15. Pruthi PJ, Nawal R R , Talwar S, Verma M. Comparative evaluation of the effectiveness of ultrasonic tips versus the Terauchi file retrieval kit for the removal of separated endodontic instrument. Restor Dent Endod. 202045.e14.
  16. Nangia D, Nawal R R, Yadav S, Talwar S. Influences of Final Apical Widlk on Smear Layer Removal Efficacy of Xp Endo Finisher and Endodontics Needle : An Ex Vivo study. Eur. Endod J 2020;5(1):18-22, doi 10.14744/eej.2019.58076.
  17. Yadav S, Nawal R R, Talwar S, Verma M. Low lwvel laser therapy for management of large periapical lesions associated with open apex cases. Indian J Dent Res 2020 March/ April;31(2):334-6
  18. Bhaskar A, Kumar R, Nawal RR , Talwar S. Demystifying the Complexity : A Case Report on the Management of Mandibular Canine with Two Root. Curcus Feb 2020; 12(2): c7072. Doi: 10.7759/cureus 7072.
  19. Utneja S, Talwar S, Nawal RR, Sapra S, Mittal M, Rajain A, Verma M. Evaluation of remineralization potential and mechanical properties of pit and fissure sealants fortified with nano-hydroxyapetitte and nano-calcium phosphate fillers : An in vitro study. J Conserv Dent 2018;21(6):681-690
  20. Pruthi V, Talwar S, Nawal RR, Pruthi PJ, Chaudhary S, Yadav S. Evaluation of retention and fracture resistence of different fiber – Reinforced Posts : An in vitro study. J Conserv Dent – 2018; 21(2):157-61
  21. Pruthi V, Talwar S, Nawal RR, Pruti PJ, Chaudhary S, Yadav S. Evaluation of retention and fracture resistance of different fiber reinforced posts : An in vitro study. J Conserv Dent 2018;21(2):157-61
  22. Dr Vishal Garg, Aswini Ballapanavar, Dr Ruchika Roongta Nawal, Dr Shivam Kapoor Problem-Based Learning in Dental Education: Pre-post orientation study.. International Journal of Oral Health and Medical research October 2018
  23. Sultana N, Nawal RR, Chaudhary S, Sivakumar M, Talwar S. Effect of acid   etching on the microsheor bong strength of resin composite – calcium silicate interface evaluated over different time intervals of bond aging. J. Conserv Dent 2018;21(2):194- 97
  24. Sultana N, Singh M, Nawal RR, Chaudhary S, Yadav S, Mohanty S, Talwar S. Evaluation of biocompatibility and osteogenic potential of tricalcium silicate based cements using human bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells. J Endod 2018 Jan;44:446-451
  25. Goel S, Nawal RR, Talwar S. Management of Dens Invaginatus Type II associated with immature apex and large periradicular lesion using platelet rich fibrin and biodentin. JEndod2017;43(10):1750-1755
  26. Yadav P, Pruthi JP, Nawal RR, Talwar S, Verma M. Saving the Second Molar from the 3rd. Is it really the guilt of the tilt? Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2016; Vol 10 (5):ZC17 - ZC19
  27. Yadav SS, Bodh R, Kaushik A, Talwar S. Auto transplantation of a buccally erupted matured mandibular third molar to replace a grossly decayed second molar. Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research (JCDR) 2016; 10(2):ZD06-7
  28. Ahlawat J, Malhotra A, Sharma A, Talwar S. Atypical odontalgia : A non-odontogenic toothache of neuropathic origin. International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy. 2016;7(Suppl1):98-101
  29. Talwar S, Utneja S, Nawal RR, Kaushik A, Srivastava D, Oberoi SS. Role of Cone Beam computed tomography in diagnosis of vertical root fracture: A systematic review and Meta analysis. Journal of Endo. 2016;42(1):12-24
  30. Bhagabati N, Pruthi V, Nawal RR, Talwar S. Salvaging a tooth with extensive invasive cervical resorption : A case report. Medical Journal Armed Forces India. 2015;70(4)
  31. Pruti JP, Dharmani U, Roongta R, Talwar S. Management of external perforating root resorption by international replantation followed by Biodentin restoration. Dental Research Journal. 2015;12(5):488-493
  32. Yadav P, Pruthi JP, Nawal RR, Talwar S, Verma M. Novel use of platelet rich fibrin matrix and MTA as an apical barrier in the management of a failed revascularization case. Dent. Traumato. 2015; 31:328-331
  33. Pruthi JP, Yadav N, Nawal RR, Talwar S, Lamba A. Novel use of PRF and PDT in the management of trauma induced root resorption and infratory defect. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research 2015;9(5):26-28
  34. Roongta R, Utneja S, Sapra S, Talwar S. Abstract on Micro Raman Analysis of Remineralisation efficacy of remineralising pastes for white spot lesion. International Dental Journal. 2015; 65 (Suppl1)
  35. Utneja S, Nawal R R, Talwar S, Verma M. Current perspectives of bio-ceramic technology in endodontics: calcium enriched mixture cement – review of its composition, properties and applications. Restor Dent Endod. 2015;40(1):1-13
  36. Butt N, Talwar S, Chaudhary S, Nawal RR, Yadav S, Bali A. Comparison of physical and mechanical properties of mineral trioxide aggregate and biodentin. Indian J Dent Res. 2014;25(6):692-7
  37. Kaushik. A, Talwar.S, Yadav.S, Chaudhary.S, Nawal.R.R. The role of cone beam computed tomography in the endodontic management of a mandibular first molar with three distal canals. Dental Research Journal. 2014;11(6):700-4
  38. Kaushik A, Talwar S, Yadav S, Chaudhary S, Nawal RR. Management of oatrogenic root perforation with pulp canal obliteration. Saudi Endodontic Journal. 2014;4(3)
  39. Kansal.R, Rajput.A, Talwar.S, Roongta.R, Verma.M. Assessment of Dentinal Damage during canal preparation using reciprocating and rotary file. J Endod 2014;40(9) : 1443-6.
  40. Nawal RR, Utneja S, Chhabra S, Talwar S, Verma M. Crown Dilacerations of permanenet central incisor as a result of different etiologic factors – A report of three cases. Indian Journal of Restorative Dentistry. 2014 ;3(3)
  41. Kansal.R, Kaushik.A, Talwar.S, Chaudhry.S, Nawal.R. Non Surgical management of cutaneous sinus tract of dental origin : A Report of Three Cases. Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences., 2013; 2(46): 9042-9047
  42. Utneja S, Nawal RR, Ansari Irfan Md, Talwar S, Verma M. A survey of attitude and opinions of endodontic residents towards regenerative endodontics. Journal of Conservative Dentistry. 2013; 16(4): 314-318
  43. Butt N, Talwar S, Chaudhary S, Nawal RR. Mercury free dentistry : a review. Indian Journal of Dental Advancements. 2013; 5(2):1186-94,
  44. Nawal R R, Talwar S, Rajput A, Utneja S, Verma M. Current trends in the use of manotechnology in restorative dentistry. Indian Journal of Restorative Dentistry. 2013; 2(2).
  45. Verma M, Mohanty V, Nawal RR, Saini A. Ethical survey amongst dental students in a dental institution. Journal of Management Research, Volume 13,Number 2, April- June 2013: 77-84.
  46. Nawal RR, Utneja S, Garg G, Talwar S. Endodontic management of unusual foreign objects in the root canal : A case report series. Indian Journal of Stomatology, 2013;4(2): 119-123
  47. Talwar S, Nawal RR, Garg G, Verma M. Alternatives to Dental Amalgam; Indian Journal of Restorative Dentistry. 2013; 2(1): 8-18
  48. Aggarwal A, Rajput A, Roongta R, Chaudhary S, Talwar S, Verma M. Cross reactivity between gutta percha and latex and its endodontic management : a case report. Journal of Indian Dental Association, Delhi State Branch, 2012; Vol 1: 12-13
  49. Attam K, Roongta RN, Utneja S, Talwar S. Radix Entomolaris in mandibular first molars in Indian population : A review and case report. Case reports in Dentistry journal doi 10.1155/2012/595494
  50. Abbey.A, Bhagabati.N, Nawal.R.R, Talwar.S. A Comparative Analysis of cyclic fatigue analysis of endodontic Ni-Ti rotary files manufactured by two different methods. Journal of Dentistry (Defence Section) 2011;6(2)
  51. Bhagabati.N, Pruthi.V, Nawal.R.R, Talwar.S. Influence of the thickness of mineral trioxide aggregate on sealing ability of root end fillings – An in-vitro study. Journal of Dentistry Defence Section 2011; 6(1)
  52. Nawal RR, Sehgal R, Parande M, Rao R.Comparative Evaluation Of Antimicrobial Efficacy Of Root Canal Sealers. International Endodontic Journal. 2011 March; 44(3): 307-13.
  53. Verma Mahesh, , Saini Anil K, Nawal Ruchika Roongta. Role of Ethics in Dental Marketing An Assessment of Opinions of Practicing Dental Surgeons in India. Journal of Management Research 2011, Vol 11(3) .
  54. Nawal RR, Sehgal R, Parande M, Rao Comparative evaluation of three obturation systems: Guttaflow, Epiphany with Resilon and AH plus with Guttapercha: Microbial leakage and Scanning Electron Microscopic analysis. R . Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology and Endodontics. 2011 March; 111(3) : 387-93.
  55. Nawal. R. R, Sehgal.R, Ansari.I, Talwar. S, Sood. A, Verma. M. Endodontic Management of horizontally placed molars after gunshot injury to mandible : a case report. Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology Oral Radiology and Endodontics 2009; 108(5): e88.
  56. Talwar.S, Nawal.R ruchika, Verma. Mahesh. Management of Mercury Waste in Dental Clinics. Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy 2009; 23(3):107-114


Research awards

  1. Awarded session wise Best Scientific Presentation in Delegate Category on “Evaluation of Interleukin – 8 and TNF - alpha in healthy and inflamed human dental pulp tissue (a Research paper out of CSIR funded project 2017-2020) during 12th IFEA World Endodontics Congress July 2021.
  2. Best scientific presentation (co-presenter in Delegate category) during 12th World Endodontics Congress 2020 on 31st July – 01st August 2021 for the paper ‘Micro computed tomographic evaluation of dentin loss upon endodontic separated instrument retrieval using three recently practiced techniques: An experimental study”.
  3. Best Scientific Paper of the Year at National Conference Indian Association Of Conservative Dentistry And Endodontics, Mumbai in 2019.
  4. Best Postgraduate Student Research Paper Award, 2004-2005

 
Fellowship Awarded  

  1. Recognized Fellow of Pierre Fauchard Academy ; 2015
  2. Membership of Prestigious ‘National Academy of Medical Sciences“; 2016
Top