Varun Kalra

Varun Kalra, Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine since 1997, specializes in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. He previously held positions at the University of Connecticut and Case Western Reserve University. His expertise includes appliance design (e.g., K-Loop, K-SIR, K-9 spring) and clinical teaching.

• Education: BDS (Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College, 1975), MDS (King George's Medical College, 1978), D.Orth. RCS (Royal College of Surgeons, London), DDS (Case Western Reserve University), MS (University of Connecticut).

Research interests focus on innovative orthodontic techniques and appliance development. He has published numerous papers and reviews for peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Kalra has delivered over 100 international lectures in 33 countries. Awards include recognition for excellence in clinical and didactic teaching. Maintains private practices in Austintown and Salem, Ohio.

Professional memberships: Angle Society, Diplomat of the Royal College of Surgeons (Orthodontics).