Dr. Khushboo Barjatya Vatsal

Dr. Khushboo Barjatya Vatsal

professor, pediatric & preventive dentistry

Compassionate and academically oriented dental surgeon and postgraduate research mentor with 14+ years of clinical experience. Passionate about translating research into clinical excellence that improves patient treatment outcomes.

  • PositionProfessor & Founder, Dental Planet
  • Experience14+ Years
  • Emailkhushboo.barjatya@gmail.com

personal info

Dr. Khushboo Barjatya Vatsal holds a Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry and currently serves as Professor at Sri Aurobindo College of Dentistry, Sri Aurobindo University, Indore. She is dedicated to teaching, research mentorship and providing comprehensive, gentle dental care to children.

She is the Founder and Chief Dental Surgeon at Dental Planet, Indore, established in 2012, and mentors young dentists through Skillverse Dental Academy, sharing new clinical skills and advancements in the field of dentistry.

  • PositionProfessor & PhD Coordinator, Sri Aurobindo University
  • ClinicDental Planet, 45-A Baktawar Ram Nagar, Indore (M.P.) 452018
  • Phone+91 98935 23334
  • Emailkhushboo.barjatya@gmail.com

Academic Credentials

A strong academic foundation built through dedicated postgraduate and undergraduate training in dentistry.

  • MDS, 2011Modern Dental College and Research Centre, Indore — Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
  • BDS, 2008College of Dental Science and Hospital, Rau, Indore

Awards & Honor

Recognised for excellence in research and academic contribution at national conferences.

Best Paper Award, ISPPD Annual Conference, Orissa 2025

Best Paper Award, ISPPD Annual Conference, Bangalore 2024

Best Paper Award, ISPPD Annual Conference, Ahmedabad 2023

Chairperson, ISPPD Annual Conference, Bhopal 2022

Professional Memberships

  • Life Member, Indian Society of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
  • Life Member, South Asian Society of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry (SAPPD)
  • Member, Indian Dental Association

professional skills

pediatric dentistry
97%
preventive dentistry
96%
research & academic mentorship
95%
clinical excellence
93%
patient care & communication
94%
dissertation & curriculum guidance
90%

academic & clinical experience

Currently working as Professor at Sri Aurobindo College of Dentistry, Sri Aurobindo University, with total academic and research experience of 14+ years.

  • Teaching postgraduate and undergraduate students
  • Research supervision and dissertation guidance
  • Active involvement in NAAC accreditation process
  • PhD Coordinator, Sri Aurobindo University
  • Founder & Chief Dental Surgeon, Dental Planet, Indore (since 2012)
  • Mentor, Skillverse Dental Academy

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research topics mentored

Guiding postgraduate dissertations and research book chapters across a decade of academic mentorship.

Year Research Dissertation Book Dissertation
2018 Comparative evaluation of two polishing systems on micro leakage of two resin modified glass ionomer restorative materials in primary teeth Fluoride releasing aesthetic restorative material
2019 Antimicrobial efficacy of tea tree oil, nano silver solution and sodium hypochlorite as root canal irrigant in primary teeth – an in-vitro comparison CBCT in pediatric dentistry
2020 Clinical comparison of two rubber dam systems – an in-vitro study Dental aberration related to genetic finding in osteogenesis
2021 Evaluation and comparison of manuka honey and propolis as potent anti-cariogenic agents against cariogenic bacteria S. mutans and L. acidophilus at two different concentrations – an in-vitro study Stem cells in dentistry
2022 Comparative evaluation of response and characteristic behaviour of band and loop space maintainer fabricated using 4 different materials when subjected to masticatory forces: a 3-D finite element analysis Sports dentistry
2023 Comparative evaluation of tubular penetration depth and flowability of two pulpectomy medicaments using confocal laser microscopy in primary teeth – an in-vitro study Infant oral health care
2024 Comparative evaluation of compressive strength and marginal adaptation of preformed polyether ether ketone (PEEK) crown and preformed stainless-steel crown for deciduous molars – an in-vitro study Early clinical indicators and diagnostic approaches for pediatric obstructive sleep apnea in dental setting: a systematic review
2025 Comparative evaluation of self-assembling peptide P11-4 and fluoride varnish for the remineralization potential of white spot lesions in primary teeth: an in-vivo study

published research work

20 peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals across pediatric and preventive dentistry.

  1. Effect of photo-bio-modulation on pain perception with inferior alveolar nerve block among children: A split mouth study. Bioinformation. 2025 May 31;21(5):914-917.
  2. Digital fabrication of flexible feeding plate for a newborn with Pierre Robin sequence: A case report. MP State Dental Journal. 2025;2(Apr–Jun).
  3. Significance of identifying and managing fusion in primary teeth: A case report. Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry. 2024;15(6):1-3.
  4. Comparative evaluation of two isolation techniques for proximal restorations: A clinical controlled study. J South Asian Assoc Pediatr Dent. 2023;6(3):105-108.
  5. Zirconia crowns in pediatric dentistry: A review. Journal of Positive School Psychology. 2022;6(8):1718-1724.
  6. Flexible obturator in neonates with unilateral cleft lip and palate: Two case reports. IP Annals of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry. 2022;8(2):112-115.
  7. Full mouth rehabilitation in a patient with dentinogenesis imperfecta in primary dentition: A case report. Guident. March 2023;16(4).
  8. Efficacy of external cold and a vibrating device in reducing pain and anxiety during local anaesthesia. J Family Med Prim Care. 2021;10:4017-22.
  9. Effectiveness and parental perception of silver diamine fluoride toward treatment of dental caries in primary teeth. International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry. 2021.
  10. Esthetic rehabilitation with modified Groper's appliance in a four-year-old child: A case report. International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry. 2021.
  11. Mucocele on ventral surface of tongue: A unique case report. University J Dent Scie. 2021;7(1).
  12. Management of inflammatory fibrous hyperplasia using surgical excision and electrocautery in a 10-year-old child: A case report. J Res Adv Dent. 2021;11(3):23-26.
  13. Association between early childhood caries and feeding practices among 3-5 year old children of Indore, India. JISPPD. 2020;38(2):98.
  14. Delayed reimplantation of avulsed tooth: A case report. International Journal of Dental Sciences and Innovative Research. 2020;3(1).
  15. Multidisciplinary approach of a sublingually fractured tooth: A case report. International Journal of Dental Sciences and Innovative Research. Jan 2020.
  16. To evaluate the effect of probiotics on salivary microflora: A clinical controlled trial. International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry. Dec 2019.
  17. Pediatric dental chair vs. traditional dental chair: A pediatric dentist's poll. Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry. Jan-Mar 2015;33.
  18. Intra-coronal bleaching in a young permanent and a deciduous tooth with biologic perspectives: 2 case reports. Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry. 2012;35(3).
  19. Regenerative biomaterials in dentistry. NJDSR. Vol.1, January 2012.
  20. Tooth fragment reattachment: A viable treatment alternative. NJDSR. Vol.1, January 2012.

academic activities, conferences & cde's

Continuing dental education, conference participation and academic contributions spanning over a decade.

  • 2026Judge, Scientific Sessions, 43rd IDA State Dental Conference, Jan 2026
  • 2025Best Paper Award (Faculty Category), ISPPD Annual Conference, Orissa, Nov 2025
  • 2025Moderator, CDE “Diagnosing Fungal Infections”, SAIMS 2025
  • 2025CDE “Nitrous Oxide Sedation”, MDCRC 2025
  • 2025Participation in CDE lecture and demonstration on pediatric composite crowns, Feb 2025
  • 2024Best Paper Award (Faculty Category), ISPPD Annual Conference, Bangalore, Sept 2024
  • 2024Committee Member, IDA National Dental Conference, Indore, Jan 2024
  • 2023Best Paper Award (Faculty Category), ISPPD Annual Conference, Ahmedabad, 27–29 Oct 2023
  • 2022Chairperson, ISPPD Annual Conference, Bhopal, 12–14 Nov 2022
  • 2021Transformation Through NAAC Accreditation Process – 2-day workshop, June 2021
  • 202128th Congress of International Association of Pediatric Dentistry
  • 2020South Asian Association of Pediatric Dentistry — COVDENT, Sept 2020
  • 2021CDE Pedo-Pathshaala, Rama Dental College, Kanpur (U.P.)
  • 202012th IFEA World Endodontic Congress
  • 2019Certificate of Faculty Development Program, SAIMS, August 2019
  • 2019Course on CBCT and Imaging
  • 2019CDE, Pedomatics Hands-on Course on Zirconia Crowns, Jan 2019
  • 201972nd IDC, Indore, Jan 2019
  • 2014CDE, Thermoforming, March 2014
  • 2013CDE, Dental Photography
  • 2008–2012ISPPD Annual & PG Conventions — Bangkok, Amritsar, Udaipur, Nellore, Ghaziabad, Hyderabad; IAOMR 2009