About

Dr. Ananya Hazare is a Professor and Head of the Department of Orthodontics at VSPM’s Dental College & Research Centre, Nagpur. A distinguished orthodontist, researcher, academician, and innovator, he is recognized for his contributions to digital orthodontics, artificial intelligence in dentistry, and craniofacial research.

He has received prestigious research funding from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for two research projects and the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS) under the Short-Term Research Grant (STRG) scheme. Dr. Hazare is the inventor of four patents and holds multiple copyrights in healthcare technology, reflecting his commitment to innovation and translational research.

He has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications and has delivered invited lectures at national and international conferences. As a postgraduate teacher, research mentor, and academic leader, Dr. Hazare is dedicated to advancing evidence-based orthodontic practice, fostering innovation, and improving access to quality oral healthcare through technology-driven solutions.