The Art Of Retention: A Contemporary Guide to Maxillofacial Prosthodontics

Dr. Ab Qayoom Beigh is a Senior Resident at Government Dental College & Hospital, Srinagar. He is actively involved in clinical dentistry, patient care, and academic activities within the institution. His professional interests encompass comprehensive dental care, evidence-based clinical practice, and multidisciplinary patient management. He is committed to maintaining high standards of clinical excellence while continually advancing his knowledge and skills through academic and professional pursuits.

Dr. Madhav Sharma is a first-year postgraduate resident in the Department of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge, Government Dental College and Hospital, Srinagar. His clinical interests include fixed and removable prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, and maxillofacial prosthetics. He is actively engaged in clinical training, academics, research, and scientific activities. His academic interests encompass contemporary prosthodontic rehabilitation, digital dentistry, dental biomaterials, and evidence-based patient care. He is committed to developing clinical expertise and integrating contemporary concepts into comprehensive, patientcentered prosthodontic care.

Dr. Mansi is a third-year postgraduate student in Prosthodontics with interests in esthetic dentistry, implant prosthodontics, and maxillofacial prosthetics. She completed her BDS from Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College, Pune, and is pursuing her MDS in Prosthodontics at Government Dental College and Hospital, Srinagar. Her clinical interests include fixed and removable prosthodontics, full-mouth rehabilitation, precision attachments, overdentures, and implant-supported rehabilitation. She is also actively engaged in academics, research, and scientific writing, with a focus on contemporary, evidence-based prosthodontic care.

Dr. Shazana Nazir Qazi is a highly accomplished Prosthodontist, academician, and *Head of the Department of Prosthodontics at Government Dental College & Hospital, Srinagar,* with over two decades of experience in teaching and clinical practice. Her expertise encompasses prosthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and comprehensive oral rehabilitation, with a strong focus on patient-centred care.
She has made valuable contributions to scientific and academic literature and has served as a reviewer for the Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society. A committed educator and mentor, she has guided postgraduate students and contributed significantly to prosthodontic education, research, and clinical practice.

Dr. Shazia kosar is a third-year postgraduate resident in Prosthodontics at Government Dental College and Hospital, Srinagar. She completed her BDS from Indira Gandhi Government Dental College and Hospital, Jammu, and served as a Non-Academic Junior Resident at PGIMER, Chandigarh. Her clinical interests include fixed and removable prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, maxillofacial prosthetics, and comprehensive oral rehabilitation. Her research interests focus on digital dentistry, dental biomaterials, prosthodontic rehabilitation, and evidence-based patient care. She has contributed to scientific publications and received awards for best paper presentations.

Dr. Ubaidullah Gagroo is a second year postgraduate resident in the Department of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge, Government Dental College and Hospital, Srinagar. His clinical interests include fixed and removable prosthodontics, implant prosthodontics, esthetic dentistry, and maxillofacial prosthetics. He is actively involved in clinical training, academics, research, and scientific activities. His research interests encompass prosthodontic rehabilitation, digital dentistry, dental biomaterials, and evidence-based patient care. He is committed to integrating contemporary prosthodontic concepts and emerging technologies into functional, esthetic, and patient centered rehabilitation.

Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Kaur Bali is a renowned Prosthodontist, Implantologist, and academic leader with over three decades of professional experience. She serves as Principal/Dean at Government Dental College & Hospital, Srinagar. Her expertise includes implantology, maxillofacial prosthetics, and comprehensive prosthodontic rehabilitation. She has made valuable contributions to postgraduate education, research, and clinical practice, while mentoring numerous dental professionals. Her academic achievements have been recognised through honours including the Indian Dental Association Gold Medal and Young Scientist Award. Her career reflects a strong commitment to excellence in education, innovation, research, and patient-centred prosthodontic care.