OVERVIEW
The Department of PublicHealth Dentistry at Rajas Dental College and Hospital is dedicated to the promotion of oral health and the prevention of dental diseases at both individual and community levels. The department serves as a vital link between dentistry and public health, striving to reduce oral health disparities and improve the quality of life in the community through education, service, and research.
Our faculty and students actively engage in community outreach programs, dental camps, school dental health programs,and rural health initiatives, providing preventive, promotive, and curative services to underserved populations. The department also emphasizes training students in epidemiology, biostatistics, health education, and preventive dentistry, enabling them to address oral health challenges in diverse settings.
With a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, the department conducts research on emerging public health issues in dentistry and collaborates with governmental and non-governmental organizations to strengthen oral health policies and programs. Equipped with modern facilities and a preventive clinic, the Department of Public Health Dentistry prepares students to become socially responsible professionals and leaders in oral health care delivery.
VISION AND MISSION
center of excellence
To be a center of excellence in Public Health Dentistry that fosters oral health promotion, disease prevention, research, and community service, contributing to the overall health and well-being of society with a special focus on underserved populations.
Mission of Public Health Dentistry
To provide comprehensive education and training in Public Health Dentistry that integrates clinical practice with community-oriented approaches.
Community Outreach and Oral Health Promotion
To promote oral health awareness and preventive strategies through outreach programs, camps, and health education initiatives.
Awareness on Gum Health and Overall Well-Being
To increase public awareness about the importance of gum health and its impact on
overall health
Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Holistic Care
To collaborate with other dental and medical specialties in delivering holistic patient
care
Partnerships for Advancing Oral Health
To collaborate with governmental and non-governmental organizations in advancing oral health at local, regional, and national levels.
Student Development and Professional Values
To instill professional ethics, social responsibility, and leadership qualities in students, preparing them to serve diverse communities with compassion and competence.
FACULTY LIST
UG FACILITY
Department
Museum
Seminar Hall
SALIENT FEATURES
Aralvoimozhi Satellite Clinic
Mobile Dental Van
Outreach Camps
Outreach programs
No Smoking Day
No Tobacco Day
Panagudi Satellite clinic
Special Day Programs
World Hepatitis Day
World Oral Health Day
National Oral Health Day
National Public Health Dentistry Day Slogan Competition
World health Day
Tobacco Cessation Clinic
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
- Kap study on iodized salt usage among houshold level in tirunelveli district, tamilnadu. National journal of research in community medicine jul-sept- 2016
- A Study on awareness and attitude of organ donation among arts college students of Thiruvannamalai district, Tamilnadu. International journal of recent trends in science and technology August 2017
- A study on malnutrition among children attending anganwadi centres by IAP and WHO classification international journal of recent trends in science and technology
- A cross sectional study on iodized salt usage at household level in Ulagankulam Panchayat of Tirunelveli district Tamilnadu. international journal of recent trends in science and technology May 2016
- Occurance of oral health beliefs, Myths And Misconceptions Among Nomadic Narikuravar(Gypsie) Population,Vallioor, Tirunelveli District . International journal of life sciences and Pharma Research, April 2022
- Effect of viscum album on apoptotic signaling molecules in A431 human skin cancer cells in vitro. Drug invention today research article December 2020
- Anticancer activity of “Ziziphus jujube” A Review, Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International
- Anti-diabetic activity of Murraya Koenigii – A comprehensive review. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International
- A Cross-Sectional study on Socio-Demographic and Associated Risk Factors of COVID19 Deaths in a Tertiary Care Centre in Chengalpattu District, Tamilnadu. - International journal of Medical Science and Current Research, sept-oct-2021
- A Comprehensive Review on Therapeutic Perspectives of Morinda Citrifolia (Indian Noni) to Combat Cancer. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, December 2021
- Short term study
- Association of salivary Ph with dental caries and periodontal disease in nomadic population (Tirunelveli district): a cross-sectional comparative study (ongoing)
- National Accreditation Board for Hospitals Standards in Dental Healthcare: A Scoping Review of the Current Perspective. Global Journal of Medical Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Update.
- The guide to start a dental practice- narrative review. International Journal of Modern Pharmaceutical Research 2025, 9(6), 37-41
- Retrospective Analysis of the Effectiveness of Outreach Dental Camps in Underserved Areas. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
- Peri-Implantitis: A Critical Overview of Literature. International Journal of Health Sciences and Research
- Assessment of the Association between Socioeconomic Factors and Dental Health Disparities over a Decade. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
- Assessment of Long-Term Effects and Patient Satisfaction following TMJ Disc Replacement Surgery. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
- Evaluation of Pain and Discomfort Associated with Orthodontic Adjustments. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
- Comparative Analysis of Surgical Techniques for Wisdom Tooth Extraction. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
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Effect of Herbal and Fluoride Mouth Rinses on Streptococcus mutans and Dental Caries among 12–15-Year-Old School Children: A Randomized Controlled
Trial.Journal: Int J Dent 2017. Article ID 5654373, 8 pages. doi:10.1155/2017/5654373 - Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Anxiety Pertaining to Basic Life Support (BLS) and Medical Emergencies among Interns in Dental Colleges of Mangalore City: A Questionnaire Study. Journal: World J Emerg Med 2017;8(2):131–135
- Effect of Paneer and Cheese Consumption on Salivary Acidogenicity and Calcium Concentration: A Comparative Study. Journal: Oral Health Prev Dent 2018;16(2):169–174
- Assessment of Microbial Contamination of Indian Currency – An In Vitro Study. Journal: J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2020;18:179–182
- Clinical Profiling of Tooth Mortality: Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. Journal: University Journal Medicine and Medical Specialities 2019;5(6) valuation of the Brain Stem Auditory Evoked Potential Response among Newborns Post-Recovery after Hyper-Bilirubinemia: An Original Research. Journal: J Pharm Bioallied Sci. 2023 Jul;15(Suppl 1):S268-S272. doi: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_476_22
- Effectiveness and Biocompatibility of Tooth Aligners Made from Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PET-G), Polypropylene (PP), Polycarbonate (PC), Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPUs), and Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA): A Systematic Review. Journal: J Pharm Bioallied Sci. 2024 Feb;16(Suppl 1):S93-S96. doi: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_883_23
- Prevalence of drooling among 5–10 year‑old cerebral palsy children in chennai: a cross‑sectional study. Journal of indian association of public health dentistry
- Peri-implantitis: a critical overview of literature. International journal of health sciences and research
- Information related to tobacco products in indian undergraduate college syllabus: a international journal of community medicine and public health
- The guide to start a dental practice- narrative review. International journal of modern pharmaceutical research
- பெருமூளை வாதம் நோயாளிகள் மத்தியிலும் எச்சில் வடிதல் : ஒரு முறையபடுத்தப்பட்ட மறு ஆய்வு".இந்திய சமுதாய பல்பாதுகாப்பு மருத்துவர் சங்கம் தமிழ்நாடு மற்றும் புதுச்சேரி கிளை பல் ஆராய்ச்சி கட்டுரை மின்சஞ்சிகை
- Short term study
- Morphological assessment of TMJ spaces mandibular condyle and glenoid flossa using CBCT among Kanyakumari population- A cross sectional study
- Antimicrobial effects of Triphala against E. Faecalis and candida albicans- An in vitro study (ongoing)
- Sports and energy drinks: dental aspects to consider. Rajiv Gandhi Journal of dental sciences 2023;15(1):1-6
- Association of periodontal health with physical and emotional well-being among pre and postmenopausal women in Bangalore: cross sectional study. International Journal of Research in Medical sciences 2024 Jan;12(1):140-145
- Artificial intelligence in dentistry. Futuristic trends in medical sciences Volume 3 2024
- The guide to start a dental practice- narrative review. International Journal of Modern Pharmaceutical Research 2025, 9(6), 37-41
- Pre-paid plan: dental insurance for peny. Futuristic trends in medical sciences Volume 3 2024
- Athlete’s oral health- impact of sports and energy drinks. Lambert academic publishing 2023. ISBN 978-620-4-72876-6
- Short term study
- Evaluation of antimicrobial activity and efficacy of herbal extracts in disinfection of gutta percha cones- an in vitro study (ongoing)
AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
Dr. Vinej Somaraj
Excellence in public health dentistry- Indian Health Professional Award
Heart of gold youth excellence award
Rural dental service award
Best dental author award
Dr. Angelin Mary L
Best scientific paper- 14 th IAPHD National PG convention 2023 titled “Problematic internet use and its
relationship between oral health status and OHRQOL mong General nursing and midwifery students in
Bangalore city- A cross sectional study
