The Department of Public Health Dentistry at Government Dental College & Hospital, Jalgaon is dedicated to promoting oral health through education, disease prevention, community-based dental care, research, and public health initiatives. The department plays a pivotal role in training undergraduate dental students to understand the oral health needs of individuals and communities while emphasizing preventive, promotive, and comprehensive oral healthcare.
The department provides competency-based undergraduate education that integrates theoretical knowledge with field-based learning, epidemiological surveys, health education, and supervised clinical training. Students are trained to assess community oral health needs, plan and implement preventive programmes, conduct oral health promotion activities, and participate in community-based research.
The department actively collaborates with schools, rural communities, government agencies, and healthcare organizations to improve oral health awareness and accessibility of dental care. Through outreach programmes and preventive services, the department strives to reduce the burden of oral diseases and enhance the overall health of the population.
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Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Public Health Dentistry by promoting preventive oral healthcare, quality undergraduate education, community-oriented research, and equitable access to oral health services.
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Mission
• To impart quality undergraduate education through competency-based teaching and community-based clinical training.
• To promote oral health and prevent oral diseases through evidence-based public health strategies.
• To provide preventive, promotive, and affordable oral healthcare services to the community.
• To train students in epidemiology, biostatistics, health education, and oral health programme planning.
• To encourage research, innovation, and scientific thinking in community oral health.
• To organize Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes, workshops, and oral health awareness activities.
• To strengthen partnerships with schools, rural communities, and public health agencies for improving oral health outcomes.
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Objectives
• Develop competent undergraduate dental graduates in Public Health Dentistry.
• Train students in community diagnosis and oral health surveys.
• Promote preventive and evidence-based oral healthcare.
• Develop skills in oral health education and communication.
• Encourage ethical practice, leadership, and social responsibility.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration in community health programmes.
• Improve accessibility and utilization of oral healthcare services.
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Faculty
The Department of Public Health Dentistry is supported by dedicated faculty members committed to excellence in teaching, patient care, research, and community service.
Faculty Member Designation
Dr. Pratibha Sultane Assistant Professor
Dr. Bharath S 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:
• Principles of Public Health Dentistry
• Epidemiology of Oral Diseases
• Biostatistics
• Preventive Dentistry
• Dental Public Health
• Health Education and Communication
• Oral Health Promotion
• School Dental Health Programmes
• Fluoride in Public Health
• Nutrition and Oral Health
• Water Fluoridation and Defluoridation
• Oral Cancer Prevention
• Tobacco Cessation
• Infection Control in Community Dentistry
• Health Care Delivery Systems
• National Oral Health Programme
• Research Methodology
• Ethics in Public Health Practice
Clinical and Field Training
Students receive supervised training in:
• Community Oral Health Surveys
• Oral Health Screening
• Dental Epidemiological Studies
• School Dental Health Programmes
• Oral Health Education
• Fluoride Application
• Pit and Fissure Sealant Programmes
• Tobacco Cessation Counselling
• Preventive Dental Procedures
• Community-Based Treatment Planning
• Mobile Dental Services
• Clinical Case Discussions
• Field Posting and Community Visits
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Clinical and Community Services
The department provides comprehensive preventive and community oral healthcare services including:
• Oral Health Screening
• Preventive Dental Care
• Oral Health Education
• Fluoride Therapy
• Pit and Fissure Sealants
• Tobacco Cessation Counselling
• School Dental Health Services
• Rural Dental Health Camps
• Community Oral Health Surveys
• Geriatric Oral Health Services
• Oral Cancer Awareness and Screening
• Referral Services for Specialized Dental Care
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Clinical and Field Facilities
The department is equipped with:
• Public Health Dentistry Clinic
• Community Dentistry Demonstration Hall
• Mobile Dental Unit (where available)
• Portable Dental Equipment
• Audiovisual Teaching Facilities
• Health Education Materials
• Survey Instruments
• Preventive Dentistry Equipment
• Sterilization Facilities
• Patient Waiting Area
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Teaching Methodology
The department follows competency-based education through:
• Interactive Lectures
• Demonstrations
• Community-Based Learning
• Field Visits
• Small Group Discussions
• Problem-Based Learning
• Case-Based Learning
• Seminars
• Journal Clubs
• Self-Directed Learning
• Internal Assessment
• Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
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Academic Activities
The department regularly conducts:
• Seminars
• Journal Clubs
• Clinical and Community Case Presentations
• Continuing Dental Education (CDE) Programmes
• Hands-on Workshops
• Guest Lectures
• Epidemiological Surveys
• Oral Health Awareness Campaigns
• Interdepartmental Academic Meetings
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Community Outreach
The department actively organizes and participates in:
• Rural Dental Health Camps
• School Oral Health Programmes
• Oral Health Awareness Drives
• Tobacco Cessation Programmes
• Oral Cancer Screening Camps
• National Health Days and Awareness Campaigns
• Community Fluoride Awareness Programmes
• Geriatric Oral Health Camps
• Special Oral Health Programmes for Underserved Populations
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Patient Care Philosophy
The department is committed to:
• Prevention and promotion of oral health
• Community-centred dental care
• Evidence-based public health practice
• Ethical and compassionate healthcare
• Early diagnosis and timely referral
• Health education and behavioural change
• Accessibility, equity, and quality in oral healthcare services
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Core Values
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Compassion
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Community-Centred Care
• Lifelong Learning
• Social Responsibility
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Future Goals
The department aims to:
• Strengthen competency-based undergraduate education.
• Expand outreach programmes to rural and underserved communities.
• Enhance preventive oral healthcare initiatives.
• Promote undergraduate research in dental public health.
• Strengthen digital data collection and epidemiological research.
• Organize regular Continuing Dental Education (CDE) programmes.
• Foster collaborations with government and public health organizations.
• Improve oral health awareness and preventive practices across the region.
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Department Motto
“Healthy Communities • Healthy Smiles • Better Lives.”