DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRIC AND PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY

DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRIC AND PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY in college of dental science, Amargadh was established since the inscription of the dental college which deals with treatment of all kinds of dental ailments in children from infants to approximately 13 years of age.  Runs an undergraduate program (BDS) who are trained to develop necessary clinical skills for providing basic dental care to children with emphasis on preventive dentistry and runs the Post graduate program (MDS). Postgraduates are trained in all aspects of advanced paediatric dentistry including care of very young children and special children.

Our clinics provide comprehensive oral health examinations, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments, sealants, restorative procedures (fillings, crowns, etc.), extractions, minor surgical procedures, space-maintainers, interceptive orthodontics, laser treatment and trauma management. We also render treatment under conscious sedation. The Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry College of dental science has a long record of working with the School Dental Health Programs which are regularly conducted among the children/parents/teachers to create awareness about common oral health problems in children and their prevention. We have a dedicated play area in the department which is a ‘visual treat for children.

We have 31 Dental chairs, and the department is equipped with state of art laboratory with adequate number of model trimmers, lathes, Biostar, Hydrosolder, Also we are equipped with RVG, Vistascan, Intra oral camera and apex locaters.

 

  Greetings and welcome to the Preventive and Paediatric Dentistry Department. Paediatric dentistry comprises an extensive array of specialties, methodologies, procedures, and competencies that, while sharing a foundation with other fields, are tailored to accommodate the distinct needs of infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with exceptional healthcare requirements. Our objectives are to advance dental science, provide comprehensive dental care for children, and offer rigorous undergraduate and graduate education. Our amiable and highly skilled personnel prioritise instruction in accordance with the most recent curriculum standards. The department places emphasis on equipping dental students with the necessary skills to effectively manage children. Additionally, it emphasises behaviour management in order to ensure that the dental services provided to the growing population of children are both efficient and of superior quality. Children who are physically, mentally, or medically compromised are also instructed in the efficient and systematic management of such individuals. Preventive measures are increasingly prioritised in dentistry as progress continues to strive for optimal oral health. Participation in the camps organised by the department is highly advocated for students. Our scholars actively engage in research endeavours and have contributed papers to numerous regional and national conferences. Whether pursuing advanced education, the dental profession, or academics, they have been excelling. We guarantee an educational programme that is fruitful.

STAFF NAME DESIGNATION
DR. SHITAL KIRAN D.P. PROFESSOR &  HEAD
DR. SHALIN SHAH READER
DR. VIKRAM JHAMB READER
DR. AUM JOSHI READER
DR. MALAY TRIVEDI SR. LECTURER
DR. NASRIN GORI SR. LECTURER
MONIKA KHOJA SR. LECTURER
DR. SAHIL KHOKHAR TUTOR

Student Achievements: Congratulations to our students for their recent achievements, including
  • Dr. Deepriya Ambastha is the first undergraduate student to complete the research from College of Dental science guided from the department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry.

  • In the year 2022, Dr. Tanvi Shah and Dr. Nihar Seth bagged the first ever ICMR-STS fund of Rs 50,000 each, in the history of the college, guided from the department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry

  • Also in 2023, Dr. Kripal Thakkar and Khushali Goswami qualified for the ICMR-STS fund for Rs. 50,000 each for second consecutive time guided from the department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry

  • Dr. Deepriya Ambastha was awarded by the Indian society of preventive and pediatric with a medal and certificate for highest marks in the subject of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, under Bhavnagar University in 2023.

  • Dr. Sweety Rathod was awarded by the Indian society of preventive and pediatric with a medal and certificate for highest marks in the subject of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, under Bhavnagar University in 2022.

  • Dr. Vishaka Gangurde passed the MDS Part-1 exam with distinction in 2022, Bhavnagar University.

  • Dr. Snehal Ahire, Dr. Jalpa Solanki and Dr. Mavadda stood 2nd, 8th and 9th rank in the MDS-Part-2 exam in 2023, Bhavnagar University.