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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

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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

Dr. P.Ravi Shankar MDS Reader & HOD
Department of Public Health Dentistry
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Dr. Vinej Somaraj MDS Reader
Department of Public Health Dentistry
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Dr. Anu Krishna Kumar.S MDS Senior Lecturer
Department of Public Health Dentistry
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Dr. L. Angelin Mary MDS Senior Lecturer
Department of Public Health Dentistry
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Dr. Sanchu BDS Tutor
Department of Public Health Dentistry
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Dr. Siva harini BDS Tutor
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UG FACILITY

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Seminar Hall

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SALIENT FEATURES

Aralvoimozhi Satellite Clinic

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Mobile Dental Van

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MOBILE DENTAL VAN
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Outreach Camps

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Outreach programs

No Smoking Day

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No Tobacco Day

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Panagudi Satellite clinic

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Special Day Programs

World Hepatitis Day

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World Oral Health Day

National Oral Health Day

NATIONAL ORAL HEALTH DAY

National Public Health Dentistry Day Slogan Competition

National public health dentistry day slogan competition

World health Day

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Tobacco Cessation Clinic

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RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

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

EXTENSION ACTIVITIES & COLLABORATIONS

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Scad Nirman

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Srinivasan Service Trust (TVS)

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Vivekananda Kendra Kanniyakumari

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kIMS Health

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Department Highlight

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