Dr Ratna, elder sibling of Dr Ananth also shares the tradition of some passionate clinical dentistry. She has always been recognised with her joyful and hearty laugh. Loves reading, playing with her pet dog, travelling and long drives. She is known for her untraditional approach to orthodontic therapy which proves most authors wrong and loves to confidently take on hardships at critical clinical decision making. Currently works as Professor in the Dept of orthodontics at Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai