Dr. Anmol S. Kalha is a globally renowned orthodontist with nearly 50 years of experience in orthodontics, dental education and evidence-based dentistry. He has led major academic and clinical roles in India and abroad, including Head of Orthodontics, Director of Evidence-Based Dentistry, Visiting Professor in the UK and Cambodia, and Honorary Consultant to the Dental Council of India. He is internationally recognized for his expertise in lingual orthodontics, adult aesthetic orthodontics and interdisciplinary dental care. A former senior officer of the Army Dental Corps, he has been honored with the Order of the Special Royal Emblem by the Sultan of Oman. He is also a global speaker, Key Opinion Leader for 3M, and collaborates with leading universities across multiple continents.
Educational Qualifications:
- BDS – Punjab University (1976) – University Gold Medalist
- Senior Dental Officers Course – AFMC Pune (1986) – Silver Medal
- MDS (Orthodontics) – Bombay University (1990)
- Fellowship & Training in Lingual Orthodontics – Karl Eberhardt University, Tübingen, Germany (2000)
- Training the Trainers – Centre for Evidence-Based Dentistry, Oxford, UK (2000)
- Advanced KOL Training – Incognito Lingual System, Germany (2010)
- Advanced Specialist Course in Orthodontics – AFMC Pune
- B.Sc (Distinction) – University Roll of Honor
Professional Experience:
- Currently working at Max Healthcare
- Honorary Consultant – Dental Council of India
- Consultant – JDC Dubai (Licensed by MOH, UAE)
- Visiting Professor – Leeds Dental Institute, UK
- Dental Advisor & Senior Consultant – Max Healthcare (2009–Present)
- Director, Professor & HOD – IDST, Modinagar (2008–2011)
- Visiting Professor – University of Health Sciences, Phnom Penh (2003)
- Visiting Consultant Orthodontist – Fricke Ritschel Kieferorthopaedie, Dortmund (2002–Present)
- Director – Center for Evidence-Based Dentistry (2000–Present)
- Senior Professor & Head – Orthodontics, CODS Davangere (1999–2008)
- Senior Consultant – Care: The Complete Practice, Bangalore (1999–2008)
- Liaison Officer – Indian High Commission, Muscat, Oman (1983–1986)
- Dental Officer, Classified Specialist, Senior Orthodontist, Associate Professor – Army Dental Corps (1976–1999)
Awards & Achievements:
- University Gold Medal and 12 academic awards
- Gen Master Memorial Silver Medal – AFMC Pune
- Order of the Special Royal Emblem – Conferred by the Sultan of Oman
- International speaker across more than 25 countries
- International Key Opinion Leader for 3M
Professional Memberships:
- Fellow – World Federation of Orthodontists
- Founder Member – Indian Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- Member – American Association of Orthodontists
- Member – German Society for Aesthetic Orthodontics (DGAK)
- Member – Indian Orthodontic Society & Lingual Orthodontic Society
- Member – South-East Asia Association for Dental Education (SEAADE)
- Member – SAF Anglo-Omani Association, London
- Member – Global Clinical Developmental Council for Orthodontics, USA
Research Papers & Publications:
- Collaborative research with University of Western Australia
- Asian Editor – Evidence-Based Dentistry Journal, UK
- Reviewer for several international dental journals