The Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology at Government Dental College & Hospital, Jalgaon is committed to excellence in undergraduate dental education, patient care, research, and community service. The department serves as the gateway to clinical dentistry by providing comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, and non-surgical management of diseases affecting the oral cavity and maxillofacial region.
The department specializes in the diagnosis and medical management of oral mucosal diseases, salivary gland disorders, temporomandibular joint disorders, oral potentially malignant disorders, oral manifestations of systemic diseases, and orofacial pain. It also provides comprehensive radiographic services for diagnosis and treatment planning using conventional and digital imaging techniques.
Students receive competency-based undergraduate education through integrated theoretical, preclinical, and clinical training. Emphasis is placed on developing sound diagnostic skills, interpretation of oral radiographs, evidence-based clinical decision-making, infection control, patient safety, ethical practice, and effective communication.
The department plays a pivotal role in comprehensive patient evaluation and interdisciplinary treatment planning while promoting preventive oral healthcare and early detection of oral diseases, including oral cancer.
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Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Oral Medicine & Radiology by providing quality undergraduate education, advanced diagnostic services, evidence-based patient care, scientific excellence, and community-oriented oral healthcare.
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Mission
• To impart quality undergraduate education through competency-based teaching and supervised clinical training.
• To provide comprehensive, ethical, affordable, and evidence-based diagnostic and oral medicine services.
• To promote early diagnosis and prevention of oral diseases through clinical examination and radiographic evaluation.
• To train students in systematic patient examination, diagnosis, treatment planning, and radiographic interpretation.
• To encourage research, scientific thinking, innovation, and lifelong learning.
• To organize Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes, workshops, and academic activities.
• To strengthen community outreach through oral cancer screening, tobacco cessation, and oral health awareness programmes.
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Objectives
• Develop competent undergraduate dental graduates in Oral Medicine & Radiology.
• Train students in comprehensive patient examination and diagnosis.
• Develop proficiency in oral radiographic techniques and interpretation.
• Promote evidence-based clinical decision-making.
• Encourage ethical practice and patient-centred care.
• Develop communication skills, professionalism, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Improve awareness regarding early diagnosis and prevention of oral diseases.
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Faculty
The Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology is supported by dedicated faculty members committed to excellence in teaching, patient care, and academic development.

Faculty Member Designation

Dr. Siddharth Chaudhari Assistant Professor
Dr. Vummadi Keerthi Assistant Professor
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Undergraduate (BDS) Teaching Programme
The department conducts undergraduate teaching in accordance with the curriculum prescribed by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS).
Theoretical Training
Students are taught:
• Oral Diagnosis
• Diagnostic Methods in Dentistry
• Oral Mucosal Lesions
• Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders
• Oral Cancer
• Salivary Gland Disorders
• Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
• Orofacial Pain
• Oral Manifestations of Systemic Diseases
• Dental Radiology
• Radiation Physics
• Radiation Protection
• Radiographic Techniques
• Interpretation of Intraoral and Extraoral Radiographs
• Advanced Diagnostic Aids (Introduction)
Clinical Training
Students receive supervised clinical training in:
• Comprehensive Patient History
• Clinical Examination of Oral Lesions
• Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis
• Treatment Planning
• Oral Cancer Screening
• Tobacco Cessation Counselling
• Intraoral Radiography
• Radiographic Interpretation
• Infection Control Protocols
• Clinical Case Discussions
• Referral of Complex Cases
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Clinical Services
The department provides comprehensive diagnostic and oral medicine services including:
• Oral Examination and Diagnosis
• Oral Cancer Screening
• Management of Oral Mucosal Diseases
• Management of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
• Orofacial Pain Evaluation
• Salivary Gland Disorder Assessment
• Tobacco Cessation Counselling
• Intraoral Radiography (IOPA)
• Occlusal Radiographs
• Bitewing Radiographs
• Panoramic Radiography (OPG) (where available)
• Referral for Advanced Imaging (CBCT/CT/MRI where indicated)
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Clinical Facilities
The department is equipped with:
• Undergraduate Oral Medicine Clinic
• Oral Diagnosis Clinic
• CBCT
• Intraoral Radiography Unit
• Digital Radiography (RVG)
• OPG Facility (where available)
• Lead Radiation Protection Equipment
• Oral Cancer Screening Facilities
• Sterilization Facilities
• Audiovisual Teaching Aids
• Patient Waiting Area
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Teaching Methodology
The department follows competency-based education through:
• Interactive Lectures
• Demonstrations
• Chairside Clinical Teaching
• Small Group Discussions
• Case-Based Learning
• Problem-Based Learning
• Clinical Seminars
• Journal Discussions
• Self-Directed Learning
• Internal Assessment
• Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
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Academic Activities
The department regularly conducts:
• Clinical Case Presentations
• Seminars
• Journal Clubs
• Continuing Dental Education (CDE) Programmes
• Hands-on Workshops
• Guest Lectures
• Clinical Audits
• Interdepartmental Academic Meetings
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Community Outreach
The department actively participates in:
• Oral Cancer Screening Camps
• Tobacco Cessation Awareness Programmes
• Rural Dental Health Camps
• School Oral Health Programmes
• Oral Health Awareness Activities
• Community Screening Camps
• Oral Hygiene Education
• Public Health Awareness Programmes
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Patient Care Philosophy
The department is committed to:
• Accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment planning
• Early detection of oral diseases
• Ethical and compassionate patient care
• Patient-centred clinical practice
• Radiation safety and protection
• Strict infection control
• Timely referral of complex cases
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Core Values
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Compassion
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Patient-Centred Care
• Lifelong Learning
• Social Responsibility
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Future Goals
The department aims to:
• Strengthen competency-based undergraduate education.
• Upgrade digital radiographic facilities and diagnostic technologies.
• Enhance oral cancer screening and early detection programmes.
• Promote tobacco cessation initiatives.
• Encourage undergraduate research and scientific publications.
• Organize regular Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes.
• Strengthen interdisciplinary patient care.
• Expand community-based oral disease prevention and awareness programmes.
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Department Motto
“Early Diagnosis • Accurate Imaging • Better Oral Health.”