Department of
Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry
(Pedodontics)
About the Department
The Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry is dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare for infants, children, adolescents, and children with special healthcare needs. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, patient care, research, and community outreach in accordance with the guidelines of the National Dental Council (NDC).
The department offers preventive, restorative, pulp therapy, aesthetic, interceptive, and emergency dental care using child-friendly, evidence-based approaches. Special emphasis is placed on behaviour management, preventive dentistry, early diagnosis, and the promotion of lifelong oral health habits.
Equipped with modern clinical facilities and advanced dental technologies, the department provides extensive clinical training to undergraduate and postgraduate students while fostering ethical practice, scientific research, and professional development. Through school dental health programmes, awareness campaigns, and community outreach initiatives, the department strives to improve pediatric oral health and create positive dental experiences for every child.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry by providing quality education, advanced clinical care, innovative research, and compassionate, child-centred oral healthcare that promotes lifelong healthy smiles.
Mission
Our mission is to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based pediatric dental care, provide clinical education and training, promote preventive dentistry and outreach, encourage research and innovation, and uphold standards of ethics and professionalism in patient care.
Core Values
The department is guided by the values of compassion, excellence, integrity, innovation, patient-centred care, teamwork, lifelong learning, and social responsibility, ensuring quality education and exceptional oral healthcare for every child.
Our Faculty
Dr. Neha Singhla
Professor & Head
Dept. of Pedodontics
Dr. Nikita Jain
MDS, Senior Lecturer
Dept. of Pedodontics
Beyond the Classroom
Learning in the Department of Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry extends far beyond lectures and clinics. Students actively participate in community outreach programs, oral health awareness campaigns, creative activities with children, school dental visits, and hands-on clinical training. These experiences foster compassion, confidence, leadership, and professional excellence while preparing future pediatric dentists to deliver quality oral healthcare with empathy.
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