Accolades & Memberships
"With more than a decade of experience spanning clinical practice, academia and public health, seasoned dentist Dr. Ekta Pandya is celebrated for her compassionate care and artistic eye. She is counted among the Hudson Valley's leading cosmetic and implant specialists."
Education
- AAID Maxi‑course, American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Certificate in Full Mouth Rehabilitation, New York University College of Dentistry
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), NYU College of Dentistry
- Masters in Public Health (MPH), Biostatistics, University of North Texas Health Science Center
- Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS), Ahmedabad Dental College & Hospital, Gujarat University
Continuing Education
- ICOI Implant Symposium – 34th Annual
- ADA Smile‑Con
- Paced Aligner Therapy – Molis Academy
- Align Summit
- Implant Direct Continuum (Hands‑on)
- Snoring & Sleep Apnea – Dr. Christensen
- Advanced Endodontics – Dentsply Sirona (Hands‑on)
- Dental Photography Workshop
- Pain Management – Dr. Malamed
- Nitrous & Oral Sedation – University of Washington (Hands‑on)
Awards & Honors
- Honors in Esthetics Dentistry – NYU College of Dentistry (2016–17)
- Dean's Scholarship Award – University of North Texas Health Science Center (2013–15)
- Silver Medal for Academic Excellence – Ahmedabad Dental College & Hospital (2008 & 2009)
Blog
Insights on smile design, implant dentistry, and patient-first care.
Clinical Experience
Associate Faculty
NYU Continuing Dental Education- Mentor general dentists in full mouth rehabilitation.
- Lead literature reviews, treatment planning, and patient evaluation.
General Dentist
Ariel Dental- Comprehensive oral diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Restorative and endodontic procedures, implant placement.
- Invisalign Gold provider; crowns, dentures, whitening, pediatric care, veneers, soft tissue laser.
Lead & Managing Dentist
Poughkeepsie Dental- Managed and trained dental team while delivering a full scope of general dentistry procedures.
Associate Dentist
Mint Dentistry- Provided comprehensive dental care, restorative and prosthodontic services.
Junior Lecturer
Dept. of Public Health Dentistry, Ahmedabad Dental College & Hospital- Delivered lectures and facilitated group discussions.
- Organized dental camps and community outreach programs.
Associate Dentist
Shreeji Dental Clinic, Ahmedabad, India- Performed scaling, root canals, extractions, crowns and removable appliances.
Publications & Presentations
- Pandya, Ekta, et al. "Construct Validity of the Late‑Life Function and Disability Instrument in African American Breast Cancer Survivors." Healthcare 4 (2016).
- Parkar, Sujal; Pandya, Ekta; Sharma, Abhishek. "Attitudes, Practices, and Barriers in Tobacco Cessation Counselling among Dentists of Ahmedabad City, India." SRM Journal of Research in Dental Sciences 7.3 (2016): 140.
- Parkar, Sujal; Pandya, Ekta. "Choosing Dentistry as a Career—A Profile of Entering Students (2012) to Ahmedabad Dental College and Hospital, Gandhinagar (Gujarat)." Journal of Ahmedabad Dental College & Hospital 4.1 (2013).
- "Modified Endodontic Access and Conservation of Dentin." Presentation, 65th Indian Dental Conference, Indian Dental Association, Mumbai (02/2012).