Departments
Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
About the Department
The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics is committed to preserving the natural dentition through high-quality, evidence-based clinical care. The department trains students in the science and technique of restoring teeth, managing pulp diseases and delivering aesthetic dental solutions — with a strong emphasis on minimally invasive practice.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a centre of excellence in restorative dentistry and endodontics through quality education, clinical training and patient care.
Our Mission
To train students in evidence-based, minimally invasive restorative techniques; to deliver high-quality patient-centred care; and to foster a culture of continuous learning and ethical practice.
"Preserving What Matters Most — Your Natural Tooth."
What Students Learn
- Diagnosis and treatment of dental caries and restorative conditions
- Principles and techniques of tooth-coloured restorations
- Endodontic therapy — root canal treatment using rotary systems and apex locators
- Vital pulp therapy and management of dental trauma
- Aesthetic dentistry — bleaching, veneers and cosmetic restorations
- Post and core restorations for compromised teeth
- Minimally invasive dentistry principles
- Sterilisation, infection control and DCI-prescribed clinical protocols
Facilities & Equipment
- Fully equipped preclinical laboratory with phantom head simulation units
- Modern rotary endodontic systems and apex locators
- Digital radiography including CBCT access
- Aesthetic dentistry workstations
- Sterilisation and infection control infrastructure
Academic Activities
- Structured preclinical training modules in Year 1–2
- Case-based clinical learning from Year 3 onwards
- Student research projects and publications
- Participation in national conferences and workshops
- Seminars, journal clubs and case presentation sessions
Career Scope After BDS
- Clinical practice in restorative and endodontic dentistry
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
- Academic and teaching roles in dental colleges
- Research in dental materials science and endodontic techniques
Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology
About the Department
Established in 2024, the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Microbiology forms the diagnostic and scientific backbone of the dental college. The department trains students in identifying, understanding and diagnosing oral and maxillofacial diseases through microscopic, cytological and laboratory investigation.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a centre of excellence in oral diagnostic sciences, integrating technology, research and evidence-based teaching.
Our Mission
To equip students with a strong foundation in dental anatomy, histology and pathology; to deliver precise laboratory diagnostic services; and to cultivate analytical and research-oriented dental professionals.
"Decoding Disease. Inspiring Minds. Delivering Clarity."
What Students Learn
- Oral anatomy, embryology, histology and physiology
- Fundamentals of oral and maxillofacial pathology
- Microscopic identification of normal and diseased oral tissues
- Oral microbiology and infection control principles
- Histopathology and cytopathology of oral lesions
- Haematological, biochemical and serological investigations
- Oral cancer recognition and screening techniques
- Evidence-based clinical correlation of laboratory findings
Facilities & Equipment
- 25 Binocular Olympus microscopes
- Research trinocular microscope with CCTV and camera connected to a 55-inch LED screen
- Semi-automatic microtome, tissue processor and autoclave for histopathology
- Departmental museum with wet and dry specimens and study models
- Collection of over 500 histopathology slides and rare specimens
Academic Activities
- Tooth morphology carving and wax carving exercises
- Histological slide identification practicals
- Microscope handling and tissue processing demonstrations
- Museum-based orientation sessions
- Faculty-led research projects and publications (50+ national and international publications to date)
- CDE programmes, workshops and national conferences planned
Career Scope After BDS
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Oral Pathology and Microbiology
- Diagnostic laboratory roles in dental institutions and hospitals
- Oral cancer screening and research programmes
- Academic and teaching positions in dental colleges
- Forensic odontology roles
Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
About the Department
The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery trains students in the principles and practice of surgical dentistry — from routine extractions to the management of oral infections, jaw pathology and facial trauma. The department provides a strong clinical foundation through supervised hands-on experience in a well-equipped surgical environment.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To deliver excellence in oral and maxillofacial surgical education through clinical training, evidence-based practice and patient-centred care.
Our Mission
To train students in safe surgical technique; to provide comprehensive surgical care to patients; and to develop ethical, skilled and confident dental surgeons.
"Decoding Disease. Inspiring Minds. Delivering Clarity."
What Students Learn
- Principles of local anaesthesia and pain control in dentistry
- Routine and surgical tooth extraction techniques
- Management of impacted teeth — surgical approaches and complications
- Diagnosis and management of dental infections and facial swellings
- Oral biopsy procedures and diagnosis of pathological lesions
- Management of jaw fractures and facial trauma
- Pre-prosthetic surgical procedures
- Basic principles of implant surgery
- Post-operative care and surgical complications management
Facilities & Equipment
- Fully equipped surgical operatories and minor OT facility
- Local anaesthetic armamentarium
- Surgical instrument trays and sterilisation units
- Digital radiography for surgical planning
Academic Activities
- Preclinical demonstrations and surgical skills practice
- Supervised clinical extractions from Year 3
- Case presentations, seminars and journal clubs
- Exposure to complex surgical cases under specialist faculty
- Research projects and conference participation
Career Scope After BDS
- General dental practice with surgical skills
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
- Hospital-based surgical dental practice
- Academic and research roles in surgical dentistry
- Advanced specialisation in craniofacial, implant or trauma surgery
Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology
About the Department
The Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology trains dental students in the systematic clinical examination of patients, diagnosis of oral diseases, interpretation of radiographic images and evidence-based medical management of oral conditions. The department bridges dentistry and medicine, preparing students for the diagnostic demands of modern clinical practice.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To deliver advanced diagnostic services and comprehensive education in oral medicine, integrating clinical, radiographic and evidence-based approaches.
Our Mission
To train students in thorough patient assessment, accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of oral and maxillofacial diseases; and to promote impactful research in oral health.
"Decoding Disease. Inspiring Minds. Delivering Clarity."
What Students Learn
- Systematic approach to patient history taking and clinical examination
- Diagnosis and management of oral mucosal diseases
- Recognition of oral manifestations of systemic diseases
- Orofacial pain management — TMJ disorders, neuropathic pain, burning mouth syndrome
- Salivary gland disorders — diagnosis and management
- Principles of dental radiology — radiation physics, safety and protection
- Radiographic techniques — intraoral, OPG and advanced imaging
- CBCT interpretation for oral and maxillofacial conditions
- Evidence-based clinical decision-making and research methodology
Facilities & Equipment
- Digital intraoral radiography units
- Panoramic radiography (OPG) system
- Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)
- TMJ imaging capability
- Clinical examination and diagnostic workstations
Academic Activities
- Systematic clinical examination and case history skills training
- Radiographic technique and interpretation practicals
- Case presentations and interdisciplinary discussions
- Research publications and conference participation
Career Scope After BDS
- Clinical oral medicine practice in hospitals and specialist clinics
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Oral cancer screening and maxillofacial imaging specialist roles
- Research in oral diagnostics and systemic disease correlations
- Academic and teaching positions in dental institutions
Department of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
About the Department
The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics focuses on the growth, development and correction of dental and facial irregularities. It integrates clinical expertise with scientific knowledge to provide comprehensive orthodontic education and care. The department emphasises early diagnosis, interceptive treatment and modern digital orthodontic techniques.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a centre of excellence in orthodontic education, research and clinical care by delivering advanced treatment and fostering innovation.
Our Mission
To provide high-quality, patient-centred orthodontic care; to train students in modern orthodontic techniques; to promote research and evidence-based practice; and to develop ethical and confident dental professionals.
"Decoding Disease. Inspiring Minds. Delivering Clarity."
What Students Learn
- Growth and development of the craniofacial complex
- Classification and aetiology of malocclusion
- Orthodontic diagnosis — clinical examination, cephalometric and model analysis
- Principles of fixed and removable appliance therapy
- Functional appliance therapy for skeletal jaw correction
- Interceptive orthodontics and space management
- Digital orthodontics and introduction to clear aligner concepts
- Wire bending, appliance fabrication and biomechanical principles
- Retention and relapse prevention
- Multidisciplinary orthodontics — combined surgical and periodontal cases
Facilities & Equipment
- Fully equipped orthodontic clinical units
- Cephalometric and digital radiographic analysis
- Model analysis and treatment planning area
- Orthodontic wire bending and appliance fabrication laboratory
- Sterilisation and infection control units
- Audio-visual teaching aids for demonstrations
Academic Activities
- Preclinical wire bending exercises and removable appliance fabrication (Year 1–2)
- Introduction to clinical orthodontics and case discussions (Year 3)
- Diagnosis, treatment planning and case presentations (Year 4)
- Interdisciplinary case management and removable orthodontic treatment (Year 5)
- Seminars, journal clubs and national conference preparation
Career Scope After BDS
- Orthodontic treatment in general or specialist dental practice
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
- Academic and research roles in orthodontic sciences
- Specialist roles in digital orthodontics, aligner therapy and craniofacial treatment
Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry
About the Department
The Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry trains students to provide comprehensive oral healthcare to children from infancy through adolescence and to patients with special healthcare needs. The department emphasises prevention, early intervention, child behaviour management and community oral health — forming the foundation of a lifelong approach to dental care.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a centre of excellence in paediatric dental education, research and patient care through innovation, ethical practice and community engagement.
Our Mission
To promote preventive oral healthcare from early childhood; to advance research in paediatric dentistry; and to deliver quality, accessible and compassionate dental services to children and their families.
"Decoding Disease. Inspiring Minds. Delivering Clarity."
What Students Learn
- Growth and development of the dentition and craniofacial complex
- Child psychology and behaviour management techniques
- Preventive dentistry — fluoride therapy, sealants and diet counselling
- Restorative dentistry in primary and permanent teeth
- Pulp therapy in primary teeth — pulpotomy and pulpectomy
- Space management — space maintainers and eruption guidance
- Oral care for children with special healthcare needs
- Principles of conscious sedation in paediatric dentistry
Facilities & Equipment
- Child-friendly clinical operatory — colourful, vibrant environment with play area
- Preclinical laboratory for paediatric dental procedures
- Sedation / Minor OT facility
- Digital radiography
- Audio-visual enabled seminar hall
Academic Activities
- Preclinical skill training in restorative and preventive paediatric techniques
- Regular school dental health programmes providing real community exposure
- Research projects, publications and conference participation
- Interdisciplinary case discussions and seminars
- Oral health awareness camps and outreach activities
Career Scope After BDS
- Paediatric dental practice and community dentistry
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry
- School dental health programmes and government oral health initiatives
- Special needs dentistry and hospital-based paediatric care
- Academic and research roles in paediatric dentistry
Department of Periodontology and Implantology
About the Department
The Department of Periodontology and Implantology trains students in the prevention, diagnosis and comprehensive management of periodontal diseases and in the surgical principles of dental implantology. The department combines rigorous scientific education with hands-on clinical training, using modern technology including lasers, piezosurgery and implant systems.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To elevate standards in periodontal education by integrating quality clinical training and research.
Our Mission
To train students committed to disease prevention, comprehensive periodontal care and ethical practice; to establish a robust research programme; and to share knowledge through publications and continuing dental education.
"Soft tissue management is a work of art and precision."
What Students Learn
- Anatomy, histology and physiology of the periodontium
- Classification, aetiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases
- Periodontal examination — charting, probing and radiographic interpretation
- Non-surgical periodontal therapy — scaling, root planing, curettage
- Surgical periodontal procedures — flap surgery, mucogingival surgery, bone grafting
- Periodontal-systemic disease relationships
- Dental implant principles — biology, planning and surgical placement
- Use of lasers and electrosurgical units in periodontal practice
- Periodontal maintenance protocols
Facilities & Equipment
- Laser unit for soft and hard tissue procedures
- Cryosurgical unit
- Electrosurgical unit
- Implant kit
- Piezo surgical unit
- Sterilisation and infection control infrastructure
Academic Activities
- Theoretical study of periodontium and disease (Year 1–2)
- Introduction to non-surgical periodontal therapy (Year 3)
- Clinical non-surgical treatment and surgical assistance (Year 4)
- Advanced surgical demonstrations — sinus lift, ridge augmentation, implant placement (Year 5)
- Research projects, publications and conference participation
Career Scope After BDS
- General dental practice with periodontal expertise
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Periodontology and Oral Implantology
- Specialist periodontal and implant practice
- Academic and research roles in periodontal sciences
- Corporate wellness and dental hospital clinical positions
Department of Prosthodontics, Crown & Bridge, Implantology
About the Department
The Department of Prosthodontics provides students with a comprehensive education in restoring oral function and aesthetics using prosthetic techniques and materials. From study of dental materials science through to full mouth rehabilitation, the department integrates preclinical laboratory training with increasing clinical complexity over the BDS programme.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To deliver excellence in prosthodontic education through evidence-based practice, hands-on laboratory and clinical training.
Our Mission
To provide a robust educational foundation in prosthetic dentistry; to deliver high-quality patient-centred prosthetic care; and to develop students with the technical precision, aesthetic sensibility and clinical reasoning required for modern prosthodontic practice.
Our Motto
What Students Learn
- Dental materials science — impression materials, gypsum, resins, alloys, ceramics
- Fabrication of complete and partial dentures
- Fixed prosthodontics — crowns, bridges, inlays and onlays
- Occlusion, articulation and jaw relation recording
- Implant-supported prostheses — principles and clinical application
- Ceramic and metal-ceramic restoration techniques
- Aesthetic dentistry — shade selection, veneer design and smile makeovers
- Maxillofacial prosthetics
- Full mouth rehabilitation planning and execution
Facilities & Equipment
- Dental Materials (DM) Laboratory — weighing scales, vacuum mixers, curing units, mechanical testing tools
- Preclinical Prosthodontics Laboratory — articulators, dental lathes, model trimmers, flasking systems, polishing units
- Ceramic and Metal Laboratory — casting machines, burnout furnaces, ceramic ovens and glazing units, digital shade-matching tools
- Ceramic furnace
Academic Activities
- Structured preclinical laboratory sessions in dental materials and prosthesis fabrication
- Progressive clinical training from basic restorations to complex rehabilitation
- Faculty demonstrations in ceramic and metal restoration fabrication
- Case presentations, seminars and interdisciplinary discussions
- Research and conference participation
Career Scope After BDS
- Restorative and prosthetic dental practice
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Prosthodontics, Crown & Bridge
- Dental laboratory management and clinical laboratory coordination
- Academic and research roles in prosthetic dentistry
- Aesthetic and implant dentistry practice
Department of Public Health Dentistry
About the Department
The Department of Public Health Dentistry trains students to view oral health through a population and community lens. The department covers epidemiology, oral health policy, preventive dentistry, community outreach and research methodology — preparing graduates to contribute meaningfully to oral health beyond individual clinical practice.
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To develop graduates who understand the community dimensions of dentistry and take leadership roles in improving population oral health.
Our Mission
To deliver outstanding clinical, research and community-engaged education; to provide and promote excellent preventive patient care; and to discover and apply knowledge in the oral health sciences.
Our Motto
What Students Learn
- Epidemiology of oral diseases — caries, periodontal disease, oral cancer
- Principles of oral health promotion and disease prevention
- Fluoride — mechanisms of action, public health applications, safety
- Oral health surveys and epidemiological indices
- Research methodology and biostatistics
- National oral health programmes and policies
- Tobacco cessation counselling methods
- School dental health programmes and community camp organisation
- Dental public health administration and healthcare management
Facilities & Equipment
- Oral Health Education Museum with models, charts and educational materials
- Tobacco Cessation Cell (TCC) with CO smoke analyser
- Fully equipped mobile dental van — 2-chair unit for community outreach
Academic Activities
- Community dental camps and school oral health programmes
- Field visits — milk dairy, water purification plant and public health facilities
- Oral health surveys using standardised indices
- Research projects and statistical analysis training
- Seminars, case presentations and conference participation
Career Scope After BDS
- Government and public health dental services
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Public Health Dentistry
- Community oral health programme management
- NGO and international oral health organisations
- Academic, research and policy roles in dental public health
"Preserving What Matters Most — Your Natural Tooth."
What Students Learn
- Diagnosis and treatment of dental caries and restorative conditions
- Principles and techniques of tooth-coloured restorations
- Endodontic therapy — root canal treatment using rotary systems and apex locators
- Vital pulp therapy and management of dental trauma
- Aesthetic dentistry — bleaching, veneers and cosmetic restorations
- Post and core restorations for compromised teeth
- Minimally invasive dentistry principles
- Sterilisation, infection control and DCI-prescribed clinical protocols
Facilities & Equipment
- Fully equipped preclinical laboratory with phantom head simulation units
- Modern rotary endodontic systems and apex locators
- Digital radiography including CBCT access
- Aesthetic dentistry workstations
- Sterilisation and infection control infrastructure
Academic Activities
- Structured preclinical training modules in Year 1–2
- Case-based clinical learning from Year 3 onwards
- Student research projects and publications
- Participation in national conferences and workshops
- Seminars, journal clubs and case presentation sessions
Career Scope After BDS
- Clinical practice in restorative and endodontic dentistry
- Postgraduate specialisation — MDS in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
- Academic and teaching roles in dental colleges
- Research in dental materials science and endodontic techniques
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