Dr. Prajvitha P Shetty

An 8-year-old schoolgirl from an affluent family suffered dental trauma during a cricket match, avulsing her maxillary central incisor. Dr. Shetty performed immediate replantation and splinting, followed by innovative pulp revascularization therapy. The tooth survived with vital pulp, avoiding lifelong prosthetic needs, and the child's confidence was fully restored.

A 45-year-old construction worker with poorly controlled diabetes presented with a massive odontogenic infection threatening his airway. Dr. Shetty performed emergency incision and drainage under local anesthesia due to his unstable metabolic condition, followed by staged extraction and antibiotic therapy. His recovery took 6 weeks but prevented systemic sepsis.

A 19-year-old college student with ectodermal dysplasia had only 8 malformed teeth. Dr. Shetty created a comprehensive multidisciplinary plan involving orthodontics, implant placement, and fixed prosthodontics over 18 months. The transformation enabled the student to pursue her dream of becoming a television presenter.

A 35-year-old pregnant schoolteacher developed a pyogenic granuloma that bled profusely. Dr. Shetty performed conservative excision using laser technology to minimize bleeding risk without anesthesia, coordinating closely with her obstetrician. The lesion resolved completely without affecting her pregnancy.

A 72-year-old retired fisherman from coastal Mangalore presented with complete edentulism affecting his nutrition. Dr. Shetty designed implant-supported dentures using a novel angled implant technique to overcome his severe bone resorption. The fisherman returned to enjoying his traditional fish curry diet within 3 months, with his grandchildren celebrating his renewed smile.