Curriculum Vitae
BIOGRAPHY
Associate Professor Dr Saritha Sivarajan completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at Universiti Malaya in 2007. Since then she has completed her specialist training in orthodontics at Universiti Malaya. She graduated in 2017 with distinction for her Master of Orthodontics and was awarded best overall performance in orthodontics. She obtained her Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeon of England in 2017. Currently she is an Associate Professor of Orthodontics at Universiti Malaya for both the undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Besides that, she is an active researcher and has published a few research papers in academic journals. She examines the Membership of Orthodontics Part 2 examinations of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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ORTHODONTICSCephalometric research
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ORTHODONTICSSystematic Review
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ORTHODONTICSAccelerated orthodontics
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
- MOrtho, (Orthodontics)Universiti Malaya (UM)
- MOrthRCSRoyal College of Surgeons, England
- MFDSRCSRoyal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- BDS, (DENTAL SURGERY)Universiti Malaya (UM)
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI PENYELARAS PROGRAM DOKTOR ORTODONTIK01 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2026 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI PENYELARAS BAGI PROGRAM DOKTOR ORTODONTIK01 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2026 (Department)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI AHLI JAWATAN KUASA KERJA (TASK FORCE) BAGI EKSESAIS AKREDITASI SEMULA, PROGRAM SARJANA MUDA PEMBEDAHAN PERGIGIAN , 202301 Sep 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI AHLI TASKFORCE PENSTRUKTURAN PROGRAM LATIHAN UNTUK STAF AKADEMIK BAHARU (EMERALD) DI UNIVERSITI MALAYA14 Jun 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 (University Malaya)
- Committee Members11 Nov 2019 - 11 Nov 2024 (Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI PENYELARAS PASCAIJAZAH BAGI PROGRAM DOKTOR ORTODONTIK22 May 2023 - 31 Oct 2024 (Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PENYELARAS DrORTH TAHUN 201 Oct 2023 - 30 Sep 2024 (Department)
- TIMBALAN KLINIKAL KOORDINATOR01 Oct 2023 - 30 Sep 2024 (Department)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI AHLI JAWATANKUASA BUKU PANDUAN IJAZAH TINGGI, FAKULTI PERGIGIAN12 Jul 2023 - 30 Sep 2024 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Committee Members13 Oct 2023 - 30 Sep 2024 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PELANTIKAN SEBAGAI AHLI JAWATANKUASA KERJA (TASK FORCE) BAGI EKSESAIS AKREDITASI SEMULA, PROGRAM SARJANA MUDA PEMBEDAHAN PERGIGIAN 2023 - AREA 7 (PROGRAMME MONITORING, REVIEW AND CONTINUAL QUALITY IMPROVEMENT)01 Sep 2023 - 30 Sep 2024 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- PENYELARAS DrORTH (KESELURUHAN)01 Oct 2023 - 28 Sep 2024 (Department)
- Committee Members14 Nov 2022 - 14 Nov 2023 (Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Coordinator21 Oct 2021 - 21 Oct 2023 (Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Coordinator17 Oct 2022 - 16 Oct 2023 (Department)
- Coordinator01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 (Dean Office, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Task Force Member01 Sep 2021 - 24 Nov 2022 (Department)
- Task Force Member01 Jun 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 (Department)
- Deputy Year 5 Undergraduate Coordinator30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Ahli Jawatankuasa Kursus Elektif Luar Fakulti (KELF) (2019-2022)13 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2022 (Dean Office, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Task Force Member01 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2022 (Department)
- Chairman23 Mar 2021 - 23 Mar 2022 (Department of Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- UMDEED Assessment Subunit Team Member01 Jun 2020 - 31 Dec 2021 (Dean Office, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Ahli Jawatankuasa Ijazah Dasar (JKID) Fakulti Pergigain, sesi 2020/2021 dan 2021/202215 Nov 2020 - 14 Nov 2021 (Dean Office, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Acting Head of Department07 Sep 2021 - 07 Sep 2021 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- DEPARTMENT SPECTRUM COORDINATOR01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Ahli Jawatankuasa Persidangan Saintifik Mahasiswa Pergigian Kali ke-2216 Dec 2020 - 30 Jun 2021 (Dean Office, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Secretary UMHAKCS 3.0 Charity Appeal 202001 Jan 2020 - 30 Sep 2020 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- UG COORDINATOR SESSSION 2019/202008 Jul 2019 - 08 Jul 2020 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Penyelaras Tahun 5 Ijazah Dasar Disiplin Ortodontik 2018/1903 Sep 2018 - 30 Aug 2019 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
- Acting Head of Department12 Jun 2018 - 20 Jun 2018 (Department of Paediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry)
MEMBERSHIPS
- AHLI JAWATANKUASA KURIKULUM BAGI PROGRAM SARJANA MUDA PEMBEDAHAN PERGIGIAN , MEMBER2019 to 2024 (University)
- ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS OF ENGLAND , MEMBERSince 2018 (International)
- ROYAL COLLEGE OF EDINBURGH , MEMBERSince 2010 (International)
- AHLI JAWATANKUASA IJAZAH DASAR (JKID) SESI 2021/2022, MEMBER2021 to 2022 (University)
- HEAD OF MODULE - CLEFT LIP AND PALATE MODULE HEAD FOR ACADEMIC SESSION 2021/2022, COMMITTEE MEMBER2021 to 2022 (University)
- MEMBER OF AUDIT TASKFORCE 2021/2022, MEMBER2021 to 2022 (University)
- MEMBER OF CROSS INFECTION CONTROL TASKFORCE , MEMBER2021 to 2022 (University)
- MEMBER OF THE DEPARTMENT E-LEARNING TASKFORCE , MEMBER2021 to 2022 (University)
- MEMBER OF THE UMDEED ASSESSMENT TEAM , MEMBER2020 to 2022 (University)
- MEMBER OF THE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE FOR THE 22ND DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE , MEMBER2020 to 2021 (University)
- CHAIPERSON SIMPOSIUM "DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT OF ASYMMETRY" , PRESIDENT/ CHIEF2018 to 2018 (University)
AWARD AND STEWARDSHIP
- PARTICIPATED AT THE UM RESEARCH GALLERY 2022FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UM , 2022 (University)
- Gold award at the International University Carnival on E-Learning (IUCEL) 2022 held on 28th to 30th June 2022, entitled "Students Perception on online video-based Flipped classroom to teach ....."University Putra Malaysia , 2022 (International)
- 1st runner up for E-Poster Award in review study category (By Postgraduate student - Kumaren Mohan) at the 2nd University of Malaya - China Medical University Joint Postgraduate Research SymposiumFaculty of Dentistry , 2021 (International)
- Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang Tahun 2021University Malaya , 2021 (University)
- WINNER AT THE 13TH NATIONAL DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE (NDSSC) 2021 ORGANISED BY SEGI COLLEGE HELD ON 29TH MAY 2021 - CEPHALOMETRIC STUDYSEGI UNIVERSITY , 2021 (National)
- 1ST POSTER WINNER AT THE 7TH UGM DENTAL STUDENT RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION, ON CEPHALOMETRIC CHANGES IN BIMAXILLARY PATIENTS BY ELECTIVE STUDENT MUHAMMAD FAKRUL RAZI DAN NURSALMA7TH UGM DENTAL STUDENTS RESEARCH COMPETITION, FACULTY IF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITAS GADJAH MADA, 2021 (International)
- CONSOLATION PRIZE FOR RESEARCH REPORT AT THE 22ND DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2021, 17 MARCH 2021, FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY MALAYA ON CEPHALOMETRIC CHANGES IN BIMAXILLARY PATIENTSUNIVERISTY MALAYA , 2021 (University)
- CONSOLATION PRICE FOR ORAL PRESENTATION AT THE 22ND DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2021, 17 MARCH 2021, FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY MALAYA ON CEPHALOMETRIC CHANGES IN BIMAXILLARY PATIENTSUNIVERSITY MALAYA , 2021 (University)
- FIRST RUNNER UP FOR POSTER PRESENTATION AT THE 22nd DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2021, 17 MARCH 2021, FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY MALAYA ON CEPHALOMETRIC STUDYUNIVERSITY MALAYA , 2021 (University)
- GOLD AWARD AT THE 22ND DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2021, 17 MARCH 2021, FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY MALAYA ON CEPHALOMETRIC CHANGES IN BIMAXILLARY PATIENTS BY FAKRUL & SALMA -ELEKTIF UGUNIVERSITY MALAYA , 2021 (University)
- SILVER AWARD AT THE 22nd DENTAL STUDENTS SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE 2021, 17 MARCH 2021, FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY MALAYA ON CEPHALOMETRIC STUDY ON ALA-TRAGAL LINE - MARYAM&DINI - ELECTIVE UGUNIVERSITY MALAYA, 2021 (University)
- Silver Award At The International Learning Improvement & Teaching Enhancement Conference (Litec) 2021, 24 - 26 Ogos 2021, University of Malaya, 2021, (International)University Malaya , 2021 (International)
- EXCELLENCE SERVICE AWARDUniversity of Malaya, 2021 (University)
- Silver Award At The International Learning Improvement & Teaching Enhancement Conference (Litec) 2020, 25-27 Ogos 2020, University of Malaya, 2020, (International)ADEC University Malaya , 2020 (International)
- First runner-up Oral presentation (Silver award) Entitled "Learning Space Preferences of Final Year Undergraduate Students in the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya".Lau May Nak(Winner), Saritha Sivarajan(Co-researcher), Zamros Yuzadi Mohd Yusof(Co-researcher) INTERNATIONAL LEARNING IMPROVEMENT AND TEACHING ENHANCEMENT Conference 2019ADeC University Malaya , 2019 (National)
- Winner Oral presentation (Free communication session) Entitled "Spread of mandibular trabeculae pattern in relation to different micro-osteoperforation (MOP) intervals for accelerating orthodontic tooth movement".N.H.K. TEH* (Winner), S. SIVARAJAN (Supervisor), N. IBRAHIM(Supervisor), M.C. WEY(Supervisor), MAO 2019The Malaysia Association of Orthodontics , 2019 (National)
- Best Overall performance in OrthodonticsUniversity Malaya , 2017 (University)
- 1st Winner Oral Presentation for The Research Entitled "Micro-osteoperforation accelerated tooth movement interval, related pain perception and impact on daily activities"; Saritha,Sivarajan; Wey,Mang Chek; Jennifer, Geraldine Doss" Presented At The 10th Asia Pacific Orthodontic Conference & 11th Indonesian Association of Orthodontists Annual Meeting At Bali Nusa Dua Convention Centre, Bali, IndonesiaAsia Pacific Orthodontic Society & Indonesian Association of Orthodontists, 2016 (International)
PUBLICATIONS
Article in Journal
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Lau, May Nak; Sivarajan, Saritha; Kamarudin, Yasmin; Othman, Siti Adibah; Hassan, Wan Nurazreena Wan; Soh, Eunice Xinwei; Zakaria, Nor Nadia; Wey, Mang Chek; Bahar, Aufa Dahlia; Razi, Roziana M.; Tahir, Norhidayah Nor Zahidah Mohd; Naimie, Zahra (2022). Students' perception on flipped classroom in contrast to live demonstration for teaching orthodontic wire-bending skills: A focus group study, JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION. . doi:10.1002/jdd.12954
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Mohan, Kumeran; Sivarajan, Saritha; Lau, May Nak; Othman, Siti Adibah; Fayed, Mona M. Salah (2022). Soft tissue changes with skeletal anchorage in comparison to conventional anchorage protocols in the treatment of bimaxillary proclination patients treated with premolar extraction A systematic review, JOURNAL OF OROFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS-FORTSCHRITTE DER KIEFERORTHOPADIE. . doi:10.1007/s00056-022-00411-9
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Othman, Siti Adibah; Kamarudin, Yasmin; Sivarajan, Saritha; Soh, Eunice Xinwei; Lau, May Nak; Zakaria, Nor Nadia; Wey, Mang Chek; Hassan, Wan Nurazreena Wan; Bahar, Aufa Dahlia; Tahir, Norhidayah-Nor Zahidah Mohd; Razi, Roziana M.; Naimie, Zahra (2022). Students' perception on flipped classroom with formative assessment: A focus group study, EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION. . doi:10.1111/eje.12823
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Sivarajan, Saritha; Zakaria, Nor Nadia; Azmily, Noor Asyikin; Wey, Mang Chek; Abd El-Ghafour, Mohamed; Fayed, Mona M. Salah (2022). Determination of treatment options for Class III malocclusions in adult patients based on cephalometric values: a systematic review, AUSTRALASIAN ORTHODONTIC JOURNAL. 38(2), 183-193. doi:10.2478/aoj-2022-0021
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Lau, M. N., Kamarudin, Y., Zakaria, N. N., Sivarajan, S., Tahir, N., Bahar, A. D., . . . Hassan, W. N. W. (2021). Comparing flipped classroom and conventional live demonstration for teaching orthodontic wire-bending skill. Plos One, 16(7), 12. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0254478
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Sivarajan, S., Mani, S. A., John, J., Fayed, M. M. S., Kook, Y. A., & Wey, M. C. (2021). The global distribution of permanent canine hypodontia: A systematic review. Korean Journal of Orthodontics, 51(1), 55-74. doi: 10.4041/kjod.2021.51.1.55
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Sivarajan, S., Soh, E. X., Zakaria, N. N., Kamarudin, Y., Lau, M. N., Bahar, A. D., . . . Naimie, Z. (2021). The effect of live demonstration and flipped classroom with continuous formative assessment on dental students' orthodontic wire-bending performance. Bmc Medical Education, 21(1), 12. doi: 10.1186/s12909-021-02717-5
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Asif, M. K., Ibrahim, N., Sivarajan, S., Teh, N. H. K., & Wey, M. C. (2020). Osseous evidence behind micro-osteoperforation technique in accelerating orthodontic tooth movement: A 3-month study. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 158(4), 579-+. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2019.09.022
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Sivarajan, S., Ringgingon, L. P., Fayed, M. M. S., Wey, M. C. (2020). The effect of micro-osteoperforations on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 157(3), 290-304. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2019.10.009
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Teh, N. H. K., Sivarajan, S., Asif, M. K., Ibrahim, N., & Wey, M. C. (2020). Distribution of mandibular trabeculae bone volume fraction in relation to different MOP intervals for accelerating orthodontic tooth movement: A randomized controlled trial. Angle Orthodontist, 90(6), 774-782. doi: 10.2319/032820-227.1
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Sivarajan, S., Doss, J. G., Papageorgiou, S. N., Cobourne, M. T., Wey, M. C. (2019). Mini-implant supported canine retraction with micro-osteoperforation: A split-mouth randomized clinical trial. Angle Orthodontist, 89(2), 183-189. doi:10.2319/011518-47.1
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Ibrahim, N., Asif, M. K., Sivarajan, S., Teh, N. H. K., & Wey, M. C. (2021). Osseous evidence behind micro-osteoperforation Response. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS, 159(2), E83-E83.
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Asif, MK, Ibrahim, N, Sivarajan, S, Teh, NHK, Wey, MC. (2020) Osseous evidence behind micro-osteoperforation technique in accelerating orthodontic tooth movement: A three month study. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2020;158:579-86
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Lau MN, Sivarajan S, Yusof ZYM (2020). Dental Students's Perceptions of Learning Space: A Focus Group Study. Arch Orofac Sci
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Sivarajan, S., Ringgingon, L. P., Fayed, M. M. S., & Wey, M. C. (2020). The effect of micro-osteoperforations on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement: a systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 157(3), 290-304.
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Wey, M. C., Salah Fayed, M. M., Ringgingon, L. P., Sivarajan, S. (2020). Response to: MOPs and accelerated tooth movement: A biased conclusion? American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
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Sivarajan, S., Doss, J. G., Papageorgiou, S. N., Cobourne, M. T., & Wey, M. C. (2019). Response to the Letter. The Angle Orthodontist, 89(5), 831-831.
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Sivarajan S, Doss JG, Papageorgiou SN, Cobourne MT, Wey MC.Mini-implant supported canine retraction with micro-osteoperforation: A split-mouth exploratory randomized clinical trial. Advance online publication. doi: 10.2319/011518-47.1
Books
- Sivarajan, S., Othman, S.A., & Cobourne, M. (Eds). (2023). Orthodontic Clinical Cases. Penerbit Universiti Malaya
Chapter in Books
- Yuzadi, Y.Z., Sivarajan. S., (2024). A Guide to Assessment in Dental Education. Chapter 3: Short Answer Questions (SAQ). 31-40.
- Sivarajah, S., Lau, M. N. & Othman, S. A (2023). Bend It, Flip It and Personalise It. In Nur Azah Hamzaid Personalised Learning (pp. 423-445). Universiti Malaya Press
- Sivarajan, S., Mohd Tahir, N.N.Z., Mohd Arif Fadzillah, A.N,. (2023) . Class I Bimaxillary Proclination. In Kamarudin, Y., Wey, M.C. (Ed) Orthodontic Case Studies. (pp 33 - 41) Kuala Lumpur. Universiti Malaya Press.
- Sivarajan, S., Wan Hassan, WN., Ali Khan, A., Abdullah, M.,(2023). Case 1: Crowding with Poor Prognosis Upper First Permanent Molars. In Sivarajan S, Othman SA, Cobourne M. Orthodontic Clinical Cases. (pp. 1-14). UM Press. ISBN No. 978-967-488-295-2
- Soh, EX., Sivarajan, S., Goh, YC.,,(2023). Case 2: Class II division 1 with Severe Crowding. In Sivarajan S, Othman SA, Cobourne M. Orthodontic Clinical Cases. (pp. 15-26). UM Press. ISBN No. 978-967-488-295-2
- Zakaria NN, Sivarajan S. 2023. Reduced Overbite. In Kamarudin Y, Wey MC. Orthodontic Case Studies. (pp 77 - 87) UM Press, ISBN: 978-967-488-238-9
Article in Proceeding
- Sivarajan et al., (2022, June 28-30). Students Perspective on Online Video-Based Flipped Classroom to Teach Orthodontic Wire-Bending Skills. Proceedings of the International University Carnival on E-learning (pg 373-377)
Other Publications
- Saritha Sivarajan & Lau May Nak (1st June 2024) Say no to bullies of ‘rabbit teetth'. https://apakhabartv.com/2024/06/01/say-no-to-bullies-of-rabbit-teeth/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan & Lau May Nak (25th May 2024) Laughing matter no more, with the twins' help. UM Research Plus. https://www.umresearchplus.com/laughing-matter-no-more-with-the-twins-help/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan & Lau May Nak (25th May 2024) Standing up to bullies of ‘rabbit teeth’ with the twins. https://www.malaymail.com/news/what-you-think/2024/05/25/standing-up-to-bullies-of-rabbit-teeth-with-the-twins-saritha-sivarajan-and-lau-may-nak/136366 - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan & Lau May Nak (25th May 2024). Standing up to bullies of ‘rabbit teeth’ with the twins. https://my.lifenewsagency.com/2024/05/25/standing-up-to-bullies-of-rabbit-teeth-with-the-twins/ Life news Agency - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan (January 24, 2024) Celebrating faith and preserving smiles. https://my.lifenewsagency.com/2024/01/24/celebrating-faith-and-preserving-smiles/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan (January 24, 2024) Celebrating faith and preserving smiles. https://www.malaymail.com/news/what-you-think/2024/01/24/celebrating-faith-and-preserving-smiles-saritha-sivarajan/114214 - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan (January 25, 2024) Preserving Thaipusam Smiles. https://apakhabartv.com/2024/01/25/preserving-thaipusam-smiles/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan (January 25, 2024) Preserving Thaipusam Smiles. https://asianewstoday.com/celebrating-faith-and-preserving-smiles/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan, Cheah Chia Wei, Norhidayah@Nor Zahidah Mohd Tahir (2024). Can I wear braces when I have bleeding gums? https://my.lifenewsagency.com/2024/03/04/can-i-wear-braces-when-i-have-bleeding-gums/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan, Cheah Chia Wei, Norhidayah@Nor Zahidah Mohd Tahir (2024). Of bleeding gums and braces. https://apakhabartv.com/2024/03/13/of-bleeding-gums-and-braces/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan, Cheah Chia Wei, Norhidayah@Nor Zahidah Mohd. Tahir (2024). Can I wear braces when I have bleeding gums? https://bebasnews.my/2024/03/22/can-i-wear-braces-when-i-have-bleeding-gums/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Saritha Sivarajan, Eunice Soh XinWei (2024) Know the ROIs of your braces investment. https://apakhabartv.com/2024/03/07/know-the-rois-of-your-braces-investment/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Kamarudin, Y., Sivarajan, S. (2023, 17th November ). Am I too old for braces? The Sun. Newpaper article - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Kamarudin, Y., Sivarajan,S. (2023, 9th November) Am I too old for braces? Malay Mail. https://www.malaymail.com/news/what-you-think/2023/11/09/am-i-too-old-for-braces-yasmin-kamarudin-and-saritha-sivarajan/101151 - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Kamarudin, Y., & Sivarajan, S. (2023, 1st December ) Am I too old for braces? Apa khabar TV. https://apakhabartv.com/2023/12/01/i-am-not-too-old-for-braces-am-i/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Kamarudin, Y., Sivarajan,S. (2023, 10th November). Am I too old for braces? Business Today. https://www.businesstoday.com.my/2023/11/10/am-i-too-old-for-braces/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Kamarudin, y., Sivarajan S. (2023, 10th November ) Am I too old for braces? Asian News Today. https://asianewstoday.com/am-i-too-old-for-braces/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lau, M.N., & Saritha Sivarajan, S. (2023, 20th November). Treat them during the ‘golden’age. Life News Agency. https://my.lifenewsagency.com/2023/11/20/treat-them-during-the-golden-age/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lau, M.N., & Sivarajan, S. (2023, 23rd November) Treat them during the ‘golden’age. Asia News Today. https://asianewstoday.com/treat-them-during-the-golden-age/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lau, M.N., & Sivarajan.S. (2023, 22nd November).Treat them during the ‘golden’age. . Bebas News. https://bebasnews.my/2023/11/22/treat-them-during-the-golden-age/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lau, M.N., Sivarajan, S. (2023, 28th November). Don’t miss the ‘golden’ age to have their beautiful smiles. Apa khabar tv. https://apakhabartv.com/2023/11/28/dont-miss-the-golden-age-to-have-their-beautiful-smiles/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Mohd Tahir, NN., Sivarajan, S. (2023, 18 December) . Help them stop. Apa Khabar TV. https://apakhabartv.com/2023/12/18/help-them-stop/ - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Mohd Tahir, NN., Sivarajan, S. (2023, 29 November) . Help your child kick thumb sucking habit for good (Opinion). Life News Agency. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Mohd Tahir, NN., Sivarajan, S. (2023, 29 November). Help your child kick thumb sucking habit for good. Asia News Today - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Mohd Tahir, NN., Sivarajan, S. (2023, November 29). Help your child kick thumb-sucking habit for good. MalaysiaKini - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- NorHidayah MT, Saritha S. (2022). Non-nutritive sucking habit: Does your child have digit sucking or uses a pacifier? - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Ibrahim, N., Asif, M. K., Sivarajan, S., Teh, N. H. K., & Wey, M. C. (2021). Osseous evidence behind micro-osteoperforation Response. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS, 159(2), E83-E83. - Letter
RESEARCH INTEREST
- Flipping the learning: An investigation into the use of the Flipped Classroom Concept in a conventional orthodontic wire-bending live demonstration session for third year undergraduate students in Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya., Co- Investigator, 2018 - 2019, NONE, (National)
RESEARCH PROJECT
National
- 2020 - 2023, RU Geran - UMCaresPeningkatan Kesedaran Dan Pengetahuan Kanak-kanak Pra-sekolah Terhadap Kesihatan Oral Melalui Program ?teddy Bear Dental Clinic? ( Co-Researcher)
- 2021 - 2022, RU Geran - ADECLive Streaming Of Multidisciplinary Clinic- A Digitally Empowered Teaching And Learning For Undergraduate Dental Students ( Co-Researcher)
- 2017 - 2021, Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)Osseous Evidence Behind Micro-osteoperforation Technique Towards Reducing Orthodontic Treatment Duration ( Co-Researcher)
- 2019 - 2020, RU Geran - ADECOrthodontic Wire Bending: Formative Assessment To Initiate Personalised Learning In A Flipped Classroom ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2019 - 2020, Geran Penyelidikan Universiti Malaya (UMRG)Effectiveness of e-Learning and guided case-based learning as personalised learning tools ( Consultant)
- 2019 - 2020, Geran Penyelidikan Universiti Malaya (UMRG)Orthodontic Wire Bending: Formative Assessment To Initiate Personalised Learning In A Flipped Classroom ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2018 - 2019, NONEComparing Flipped Classroom and Conventional Live Demonstration for Orthodontic Wire-bending Teaching in Undergraduate Dental Curriculum ( Consultant)
- 2018 - 2019, RU OperationLEARNING SPACE PREFERENCES OF FINAL YEAR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AT THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA ( Consultant)
University
- 2023 - 2026, University GrantPost-Treatment Stability, Changes in Mechanical Properties and Patients' Ohrqol of Direct 3D-Printed Retainers Versus Thermoformed Retainers: An Open Label Randomized Controlled Trial ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2022 - 2022, University GrantAccuracy Of 3-dimensionally Printed Aligners And Retainers: A Sysematic Review ( Co-Researcher)
CONSULTANCY PROJECT
- Deputy Year 5 Orthodontic Coordinator 2021/2022 Academic Session, Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics , Coordinator30 Sep 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 (National)
- Peningkatan Kesedaran & Pengetahuan Kanak-Kanak Pra-Sekolah-Teddy Bear Dental Clinic, UMRG - TASKUM UM , Trainer01 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 (National)
- Internal Examiner for Year 5 Bds Professional Examination, 2020/2021 Academic Session, Faculty of Dentistry , Coordinator27 Jul 2021 - 27 Jul 2021 (National)
- Internal Examiner for Year 3 Bds Professional Examination, 2020/2021 Academic Session, Faculty of Dentistry , Coordinator05 Jul 2021 - 05 Jul 2021 (National)
- Internal Examiner Kursus Elektif Luar Fakulti, 2020/2021 Academic Session, Faculty of Dentistry , Coordinator03 Feb 2021 - 03 Feb 2021 (National)
- Chairperson Simposium "Diagnosis & Management of Asymmetry", Faculty of Dentistry, Project Leader/Lead Consultant25 Oct 2018 - 25 Oct 2018 (National)
PAPER PRESENTED
PLENARY SPEAKER
- Skeletal and Dental Limitations in Class III Correction: An evidence based approach, Graduate Programme in Orthodonitcs, University of Philipines & Universiti Malaya (International) (05 Apr 2024 - 05 Apr 2024)
- Flipped classroom with formative assessment for teaching orthodontic wire-bending skill, Speaker and Facilitator for the Teaching Methods Refresher Workshop " Learn To Teach Again", Contribution to event, Workshop, UMDEED (University) (14 Sep 2021 - 14 Sep 2021)
INVITED SPEAKER
- Flipped Classroom and personalised learning approach, TEACHING METHOD REFRESHER WORKSHOP: LEARN TO TEACH AGAIN , University Malaya Dental Education Enhancement and Development unit (UMDEED) (University) (14 Sep 2021 - 14 Sep 2021)
EVENT ORGANISER
- MANAGEMENT AND DIAGNOSIS OF FACIAL ASYMMETRY BY PROFESSOR DR.CHARLOETTE ECKHARDT , MANAGEMENT AND DIAGNOSIS OF FACIAL ASYMMETRY , Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics,  (National) (25 Oct 2018 - 25 Oct 2018)
POSTER PRESENTER
- STUDENTS PERSPECTIVE ON ONLINE VIDEO-BASED FLIPPED CLASSROOM TO TEACH ORTHODONTIC WIRE-BENDING SKILLS, International University Carnival On E-Learning (IUCEL) 2022, University Putra Malaysia (International) (28 Jun 2022 - 30 Jun 2022)
- Mini-implant facilitated micro-osteoperforation tooth movement interval, pain perception and daily functions impact : Randomised Clinical trial , The 10th World Implant Implant Orthodontic Conference and 13th Indonesian Association of Orthodontists Annual Meeting , Indonesian Orthodontic Association  (International) (06 Sep 2018 - 08 Sep 2018)
PRESENTER
- Silver award winner for presentation entitled "Formative Assessment to Initiate Personalised Learning in Teaching Orthodontic Wire bending" , International Learning Improvement &Teaching Enhancement Conference (LITEC) 2020, 25 27 Ogos 2020, via Microsoft Teams., Academic Enhancement and Leadership Development Center (International) (25 Aug 2020 - 27 Aug 2020)
OTHERS
- Co-researcher for the project entitled " Learning space preferences of Final Year Undergraduate Students in the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya , International Learning Improvement and Teaching Enhancement Conference (LITEC) , Academic Enhancement and Leadership Development Center (ADeC), University Malaya  (University) (24 Apr 2019 - 25 Apr 2019)
ACADEMIC/PROF. SERVICES
Evaluation
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Pengerusi dan Panel Penilai Bagi Pembentangan Candidature Defence Pelajar Program Doktor Ortodontik - Dr .Lee Phey Ling, University, (Internal Assessor)
- (2024) Pelantikan Pemeriksa Dalaman Bagi Peperiksaan Sarjana Sains Oral (Kursus Asas Kepakaran Ortodontik), Sesi 2023/2024, Jabatan Pergigian Paediatrik dan Ortodontik, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Ketua Pengawas Bagi Peperiksaan Profesional Ijazah Sarjana Muda Pembedahan , Sesi 2023/2024, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2024) Internal Examiner Research Report Dr Lee Geng Lim Entitled ' Derotation Movement Generated by 3d Direct Printed Aligners Without Attachment : a Pilot Study, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Pengerusi Bagi Pembentangan Thesis Seminar Bagi Calon Ijazah Doktor Falsafah Dr Rihad Adel Shukor, University, (Internal Assessor)
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Pemeriksa Luar (Penilaian Pelajar) Di Fakulti Pergigian Universiti Teknologi MARA Bagi Kursus Clinical Orthodontics (Dcr901) dan Clinical Orthodontics 2 (Dcr903), Program Doktor Pergigian Ortodontik (Ds972), National, (External Examiner)
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Pemeriksa Bagi Peperiksaan Osce, Doktor Ortodontik Tahun Satu, Kemasukan 2023/2026, Jabatan Pergigian Pediatrik dan Ortodontik, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2024) Pelantikan Sebagai Panel Penilai Bagi Pembentangan Proposal Defence Pelajar Program Doktor Ortodontik - Dr .Joel Heng Shu Moh, University, (Internal Assessor)
- (2024) Ahli Jawatankuasa Kurikulum Jabatan Pergigian Pediatrik dan Ortodontik, Fakulti Pergigian , Universiti Malaya, University, (Internal Evaluator)
- (2024) Ahli Jawatankuasa Kurikulum Bagi Program Sarjana Muda Pembedahan Pergigian , Member, University, (Internal Evaluator)
- (2022) Panel Bagi Pembentangan Proposal Defence Bagi Calon Ijazah Sarjana Sains Oral (Mosc) Bagi Kursus Elektif Pergigian Pediatrik Dr. W Siti Norzuraihan W Mahmood (S2018630/1), University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2022) External Examiner of Royal College of Edinburgh for September Diet, International, (External Examiner)
- (2022) External Examiner for Morth Royal College of England March Diet, International, (External Examiner)
- (2022) Clp Module Head 2018/2022, University, (Reviewer)
- (2021) Examiner for Membership in Orthodontics for Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Glassgow - December Diet, International, (External Examiner)
- (2021) Examiner for Membership in Orthodontics for Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Glassgow - September Diet, International, (External Examiner)
- (2021) Internal Examiner Postgraduate Examination, Morth Malaya 2021, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2021) Evaluation Activities - Reviewed Manuscript for Angle Orthodontist Entitled "Evaluation of Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion in Young Adults: a Clinical Prospective Cohort Study", International, (Reviewer)
- (2021) Reviwed Manuscript for Angle Orthodontist for Manuscript Entitled Evaluation of Mini Implant Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion in Young Adults: a Clinical Prospective Cohort Study, International, (Reviewer)
- (2021) Internal Examiner for Bds Year 5 Final Professional Exam for 2020/2021 Session, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2021) Internal Examiner for The Bds Year 3 2020/2021, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2021) Reviewed Manuscript for European Journal of Orthodontics Entitled Does Interceptive Extraction of Multiple Primary Teeth Increase The Chances of Spontaneous Eruption of Ectopic Permanent Maxillary Canines? a Systematic Review., International, (Reviewer)
- (2021) Reviewed Article for Bmc Medical Education Entitled " Clinical Effect On The Alveolar Bone of Maxillary Molar After Rapid Maxillary Expansion: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, International, (Reviewer)
- (2021) Examiner for Membership in Orthodontics for Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Glassgow - March Diet, International, (External Examiner)
- (2021) Internal Examiner for Kursus Elektif Luar Faculty (Klef - Gid1001), University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2021) Member of The Umdeed Assessment Team , Member, University, (Internal Evaluator)
- (2020) Undergraduate Coordinator for Academic Session 2019/2020, University, (Internal Evaluator)
- (2020) Clp Module Head Academic Session 2019/2020, University, (Reviewer)
Contribution to external organisation
- (2020) UG CORRDINATOR 2019/2020, DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS , University
- (2020) CLP module head , Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya , Others
- (2020) Reviewed manuscript for Angle Orthodontist entitled Orthodontic-restorative interdisciplinary treatment decision in the management of unerupted teeth in adult patients , Angle Orthodontist
- (2020) Reviewed manuscript for European Journal of Orthodontics entitled External root resorption associated with orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances. A systematic review with a tool for assessment of risk of bias in studies of adverse effects. , European Journal of Orthodontics
- (2020) Reviewed manuscript for Malaysian Journal of Medicine & Health Sciences entitled Comparison between Patients and Patients Satisfaction Level Towards Cleft Management using Cleft Evaluation Profile , Malaysian Journal of Medicine & Health Sciences
- (2019) Evaluation activities - Reviewed manuscript for The Angle Orthodontist [Manuscript #021119-99] MARCH 2019 , ANGLE ORTHODONTIST , University
- (2019) Reviewed manuscript for Angle Orthodontist [Manuscript #021119-99], Angle Orthodontist
- (2018) Pemangku Ketua Jabatan , Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics , University
- (2018) Evaluation activities - Reviewed manuscript for The Angle Orthodontist [Manuscript #092418-690] in 2018, Faculty of dentistry, International
- (2018) Year 5 Ortho Co-ordinator, Department of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics , University
- (2018) Reviewed manuscript for Angle Orthodontist (#092418-690), Angle Orthodontist
Contribution to event
- (2022) Chairperson 23rd Dental Students Scientific Conference, University, (Event Organiser)
- (2021) Speaker and Facilitator for The Teaching Methods Refresher Workshop " Learn to Teach Again", University, (Course Facilitator)
- (2021) Ahli Jawatankuasa Penerbitan dan Pencapaian Sempena Sambutan Jubli Emas Ke-50 Fakulti Pergigian, University, (Event Organiser)
- (2021) Malaysian Association of Orthodontists Orthodontic Public Awareness Webinar, University, (Participant)
- (2021) International Learning Improvement & Teaching Enhancement Conference (Litec) 2021, University, (Participant)
- (2021) Attended Breakfast@Umhealth, University, (Participant)
- (2021) Member of The Scientific Committee for The 22nd Dental Students Scientific Conference , Member, University, (Event Organiser)
Mentoring
- (2021) Mentor for Undergraduate Student Year 2,3 and 4 Academic Session 2020/2021, University, (Mentor)
SUPERVISION
Postgraduate Student
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(2020) Micro-osteoperforation to reduce orthodontic treatment duration : A Randomised Controlled Clinical Trial, Nik Nuraine Bt Nik Azmin (University of Malaya (UM))
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(2019) ORTHODONTIC CAMOUFLAGE WITH EXTRACTION VS ORTHOGNATHIC SURGERY IN BODERLINE CLASS III MALOCCLUSION AMONG MONGOLOID PATIENTS : COMPARATIVE CEPHALOMETRIC ANALYSIS, LORRETHA P.RINGGINGON
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(2019) EXTRACTION VERSUS NON-EXTRACTION CEPHALOMETRIC PARAMETERS IN CLASS III ORTHODONTIC CAMOUFLAGE, DR.Noor Asyikin Binti Azmily
Under Graduate Students
- (2021) TISSUE CHANGES FOLLOWING ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT OF BIMAXILLARY PROCLINATION WITH A FIXED APPLIANCES : A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY
- (2021) TADS IN ORTHODONTICS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
- (2021) Second molar as anchorage: A systematic review
- (2021) A CEPHALOMETRIC STUDY ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE OCCLUSAL PLANE AND BOTH LINES, THE ALA-TRAGUS AND NASAL-BASE EXTERNAL AUDITORY MEATUS LINE IN MALAYSIAN POPULATION
- (2018) Prevalence of cross bite among orthodontic patients
TEACHING
Master
- (2021) DOGQ6180 - Master of Orthodontics
- (2019) DOGQ6180 - Masters of Orthodontics
Bachelor
- (2021) DIA3010 - General Dental Practice I
- (2021) DIA3007 - Orthodontic I
- (2021) DIA4007 - Orthodontic Ii
- (2021) DIA5004 - Orthodontic III
- (2020) DIA3007 - Orthodontic I
- (2020) DIA5004 - Orthodontic III
- (2019) DIA3007 - Orthodontic I
- (2019) DKED5101 -
- (2018) DKED4101 - Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics
- (2018) DKED4101 - Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics
- () DKED5101 - Children's Dentistry and Orthodontics
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES
- Secretary for The Umhacks 5.0 : Oral Health Awareness Talk & Jom Raya Project, (25 May 2022 - 03 Jun 2022) (University)
- Secretary for The Umhacks 3.0 Charity Appeal 2020, (01 Jan 2020 - 30 Sep 2020)
- Committee Member for The Seminar Entitled "Temporomandibular Disorders : a Multidisciplinary Approach" Held At Faculty of Dentistry, University Malaya, (14 Jan 2019 - 15 Jan 2019)
- Bali World Implant Course, (06 Sep 2018 - 08 Sep 2018)
- Spectrum Basic Course, (15 Aug 2018 - 15 Aug 2018)
- Evidence Based Orthodontics by Prof Martyn Cobourne - F&B Committee, (16 Jul 2018 - 16 Jul 2018)
COURSE ATTENDED
Internal / External Course
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19TH DENTAL STUDENT SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE, Balai Ungku Aziz (08 Mar 2018 - 08 Mar 2018)
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EVIDENCE BASED ORTHODONTICS BY PROF MARTYN COBOURNE - F&B COMMITTEE , Level 11 Pg Tower (16 Jul 2018 - 16 Jul 2018)
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UM LITER GRANT BRIEFING , Faculty of Engineering (16 May 2018 - 16 May 2019)
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ONE DAY WORKSHOP ON INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT (2017 - 2050), Level 9 Pg Tower (19 Jul 2018 - 19 Jul 2018)
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RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM AND DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP , Level 9, Pg Tower (17 Jul 2018 - 18 Jul 2018)
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EMERALD TEACHING COURSE, Rumah University (23 Jul 2018 - 27 Jul 2018)
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SPECTRUM BASIC COURSE - PUBLICITY COMMITTE , Level 6 - Computer Lab (15 Aug 2018 - 15 Aug 2018)
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SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS : A STEPWISE INTRODUCTION - F&B COMMITTEE , Level 11 Pg Tower (12 Oct 2018 - 12 Oct 2018)
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SYMPOSIUM- MANAGEMENT OF FACIAL ASYMMTRY BY PROF DR.CHARLOTTE ECKHARDT - CHAIRPERSON , Level 11 G Tower (25 Oct 2018 - 25 Oct 2018)
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WORKSHOP: EMERALD TEACHING & LEARNING, Universiti Malaya (23 Jul 2018 - 27 Jul 2018)
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THE 10TH WORLD IMPLANT ORTHODONTHIC CONFERENCE 2018 & 13TH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE INDONESIAN ASSOCIATION, Bali, Indonesia (05 Sep 2018 - 09 Sep 2018)
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BALI WORLD IMPLANT COURSE , Nusa Dua Bali, Indonesia (06 Sep 2018 - 08 Sep 2018)
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ALIGNERS REALITY BITES, Renaissance Kuala Lumpur (05 Oct 2018 - 06 Oct 2018)
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DAMON MASTERCLASS, Park Royal Collection, Marina Bay, Singapura (16 Jun 2022 - 17 Jun 2022)