The Department of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry at Government Dental College & Hospital, Jalgaon is dedicated to providing excellence in undergraduate dental education, comprehensive patient care, preventive oral healthcare, research, and community service. The department specializes in the oral healthcare of infants, children, adolescents, and children with special healthcare needs, with emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis, and comprehensive management of dental diseases.

The department aims to establish positive dental attitudes and healthy oral habits in children through preventive, restorative, interceptive, and rehabilitative dental care. Undergraduate students are trained to understand the behavioral, psychological, developmental, and clinical aspects of pediatric dentistry through competency-based education and supervised clinical training.

The department provides child-friendly, evidence-based dental care using contemporary treatment protocols while ensuring patient safety, infection control, ethical practice, and compassionate care. Through education, clinical services, and community outreach, the department strives to improve the oral health and overall well-being of children in the region.
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Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry by providing quality undergraduate education, comprehensive child oral healthcare, preventive services, research, and community outreach while promoting lifelong oral health.
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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 pediatric dental care.
• To promote preventive dentistry and early intervention for maintaining optimal oral health in children.
• To develop students’ clinical competence in the management of pediatric dental patients.
• To encourage scientific thinking, research, innovation, and lifelong learning.
• To organize academic activities, Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes, workshops, and awareness programmes.
• To strengthen community outreach through school dental health programmes and preventive oral healthcare initiatives.
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Objectives
• Develop competent undergraduate dental graduates in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry.
• Train students in the diagnosis and management of oral diseases in children.
• Promote preventive and minimally invasive dentistry.
• Develop skills in behavior management and child-friendly dental care.
• Encourage ethical practice and patient-centred care.
• Foster communication skills, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Promote oral health awareness among children, parents, and school teachers.
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Faculty
The Department of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry is supported by dedicated faculty members committed to excellence in teaching, patient care, and academic development.

Faculty Member Designation
Dr. Rajesh Ijalkar Assistant Professor
Dr. Aditi Patil 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:
• Growth and Development of Children
• Child Psychology and Behaviour Management
• Preventive Dentistry
• Dental Caries in Children
• Fluoride Therapy
• Pit and Fissure Sealants
• Infant Oral Healthcare
• Pulp Therapy in Primary Teeth
• Management of Traumatic Dental Injuries
• Space Maintainers
• Interceptive Orthodontics (Introduction)
• Dental Care for Children with Special Healthcare Needs
• Pediatric Dental Emergencies
• Oral Habits and Habit-Breaking Appliances
Clinical Training
Students receive supervised clinical training in:
• Child Patient Examination
• Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
• Behaviour Management Techniques
• Preventive Dental Procedures
• Oral Prophylaxis
• Fluoride Application
• Pit and Fissure Sealant Placement
• Restorative Procedures in Primary and Young Permanent Teeth
• Pulp Therapy
• Stainless Steel Crowns
• Space Maintainers
• Management of Dental Trauma
• Clinical Case Discussions
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Clinical Services
The department provides comprehensive pediatric dental care including:
• Oral Examination and Preventive Care
• Dental Fillings for Children
• Fluoride Therapy
• Pit and Fissure Sealants
• Pulpotomy and Pulpectomy
• Stainless Steel Crowns
• Esthetic Pediatric Restorations
• Space Maintainers
• Management of Dental Trauma
• Oral Habit Counselling
• Preventive Orthodontic Procedures
• Dental Treatment for Children with Special Healthcare Needs
• Preventive Oral Health Counselling
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Clinical Facilities
The department is equipped with:
• Undergraduate Pediatric Dentistry Clinic
• Child-Friendly Dental Chairs
• Preventive Dentistry Clinic
• Pediatric Restorative Equipment
• Pulp Therapy Instruments
• Stainless Steel Crown Kits
• Fluoride Application Facilities
• Sterilization Facilities
• Audiovisual Teaching Aids
• Behaviour Management Resources
• 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
• Simulation-Based Training
• 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
• Student Demonstrations
• 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:
• School Dental Health Programmes
• Oral Health Screening Camps
• Preventive Dentistry Awareness Programmes
• Fluoride Awareness Programmes
• Tooth Brushing Demonstration Programmes
• Nutrition and Oral Health Education
• Early Childhood Caries Prevention Programmes
• Rural Dental Health Camps
• Parent Counselling Programmes
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Patient Care Philosophy
The department is committed to:
• Child-friendly and compassionate dental care
• Prevention of oral diseases
• Early diagnosis and timely intervention
• Evidence-based clinical practice
• Ethical and safe patient care
• Infection control and patient safety
• Family-centred oral healthcare
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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.
• Expand preventive and minimally invasive pediatric dental services.
• Promote school oral health programmes throughout the region.
• Enhance digital learning and pediatric dental technologies.
• Encourage undergraduate research and innovation.
• Organize regular Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes.
• Strengthen interdisciplinary pediatric healthcare.
• Improve oral health awareness among children and parents through community outreach.
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Department Motto
“Healthy Smiles for Every Child • Prevention Today, Confidence Tomorrow.”