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The Department of Public Health Dentistry takes pride in being a champion of out-reach programs bringing oral health care closer to the underserved population. Innovative programs are conducted regularly to sensitize, educate and promote oral health among the public.
The department is equipped with a mobile dental clinic and a portable dental chair with digital radiography, taking sophisticated dental care to remote areas where access to care is limited. Clinical training in all aspects of oral health is provided to the Post Graduate and Undergraduate students with a focused emphasis on the concept of prevention.
Epidemiological studies are conducted regularly to understand patterns of disease distribution and also assess the needs of the community training students in the field of community based interventions.
The department has a full-fledged museum with a range of exhibits for the purpose of patient education on all aspects of oral health, oral diseases and it’s prevention. A Tobacco Cessation Unit has also been constituted for the purpose of educating the public as well as counselling tobacco users to quit the habit.
The department also operates 4 satellite centres at Devanahalli, Sri Sathya Sai Sarla Memorial Hospital, Muddenahalli, PHC, Bettahalsur, bringing oral health services closer to remote and rural populations along with facilitating the dental unit at Yelahanka General Hospital. The department organizes public awareness programs on a regular basis marking important public health days like World No Tobacco Day, World Health Day, and other important Global Health Days.
The department is associated with Indian Cancer Society, Sri Satya Sai Sarala Hospital Muddenahalli , Karnataka Cancer Society, Cytecare Hospital, Lions Club, Devanahalli, Government of Karnataka etc to create awareness and take a lead role in prevention, detection and treatment of oral cancer and other oral diseases.
The department hosts numerous informative CDE programs on a periodic basis to stay up to date with changing trends in the field of dental public health.Vision
To prevent oral disease, improve oral health related quality of life of the population and promote a healthy community through surveillance, education and strategic partnerships with key stakeholders.
Mission
To provide leadership and expertise in population-based dentistry, oral health surveillance, policy development, community-based disease prevention and health promotion that will benefit all sections of society.
Head of the Department of Public Health Dentistry – Message
Dr. Murali R Prof & HOD (M.S Dental Public Health)
It gives me great pleasure and pride to showcase the Department of Public Health Dentistry of Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences where we believe that oral health is a universal right and with committed, collective efforts, we strive to make that a reality.
The department is known for intensive outreach programs penetrating remote areas in and around the community taking oral health to the masses.
Experienced faculty guide and train undergraduate and postgraduate students in the field of dental public health, giving them first hands experience of population-based dentistry, research methodology, prevention, screening and treatment of oral diseases.
Aligned with the mission, vision, and values of KCDS, the department places a high emphasis on inclusive oral health care to the underserved and deprived populations, who need it the most.
Our Staff
| Sl.No | Name | Qualification | Designation | Email-ID |
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| 1 | Dr. Murali R | M.S Dental Public Health | Professor & HOD | drmurali.phd@kcdsh.org |
| 2 | Dr. Shamala A | MDS | Reader | drashamala.phd@kcdsh.org |
| 3 | Dr. Mansi Y | MDS | Reader | drmaanasi.phd@kcdsh.org |
| 4 | Dr. Suchetha G M | MDS | Senior Lecturer | drsuchetha.phd@kcdsh.org |
| 5 | Dr. Anagha Reji | MDS | Senior Lecturer | anagha.reji@kcdsh.org |
| 6 | Dr. Vivek Ranjan | BDS | Tutor | drvivekranjan.phd@kcdsh.org |
| Sl. No | Name of the Faculty/ Student | Research Title | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr.A.Saikiran | Analyzing Total Bacterial Count In Saliva Among Non- Smokers, Cigarette Smokers And Smokeless Tobacco Users. | 2025 |
| 2 | Dr. Priya G | Assessing Awareness of the Impact of Diabetes on Oral Health Among Diabetic Patients | 2025 |
| 3 | Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy | Comparative evaluation of the retentive ability of Activa Bioactive Base/Liner and Helioseal F Plus as pit and fissure sealants: A split mouth study. | 2025 |
| 4. | Dr.Ann Jisa | The Role of Oral Health Education and Nutrition in improving the Oral Health Status among children with Intellectual Disabilities.- A Randomised Clinical Trial. | 2024 |
| 5 | Dr.Sankha | Assessment Of Oral Health Status, Body Mass Index, Stress And Adverse Habits Among Paramilitary Personnel In Bangalore, Karnataka | 2024 |
| 6. | Dr.A.Saikiran | Assessment Of Body Composition And Oral Health Status Among Police(Law and Order Police and Traffic) In North East Bangalore City. | 2024 |
| 7. | Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy(PG) | Dental caries status and oral health practices among preschool children of migrant workers in Bangalore City: A cross-sectional study. | 2024 |
| 8. | Dr. Priya G | Knowledge , attitude, and Practice of Ergonomics among Dental students in a college in north bengaluru- A Questionnaire study | 2024 |
| 9 | Dr. Saikiran A | Assessment Of Psychological Stress,Oral Health Status And Habits Among Law and Order Police and Traffic Police In North East Bangalore,Karnataka. | 2023 |
| 10. | Dr. Priya G | A Comparative Study to Evaluate the efficacy of Topical Curcumin, Steroid along with Habit Counselling in the management of oral submucous fibrosis ; A Randomized controlled Trial | 2023 |
| 11 | Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy | Effectiveness of School based interventions among 10-15 years old school children on puberty associated gingivitis - A concurrent parallel group study. | 2023 |
| Name of the Faculty/ Student | Research Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Arpan Debnath | High Risk Cancer Screening And Awareness Program For Oral, Breast And Cervical Cancer – A Community Based Study | 2017-18 |
| Dr. Maanasi B Yalamalli | The Use Of Social Media For Dental Practice By Indian Dentists | 2018 |
| Dr. Maanasi B Yalamalli | Prevalence Of Symptoms Of Depression Among Students Of KCDS | 2017 |
| Dr. Bedkekar Sushma | Assessment Of Oral Health Status And Treatment Needs Among Railway Carriage And Wagon Workers In Bangalore City. - A Cross-Sectional Study | 2017 |
| Dr. Manisha Koul | Association Of Tobacco Habits With Dental Caries, Streptococcus Mutans Countand Oral Hygiene Status Among Tobacco Users And Non Users In Bangalore City | 2016 |
| Dr. Priyanka D | Assessment Of Oral Health Status And Adverse Habits Among Bmtc Employees In Bangalore City. | 2016 |
| Dr. Zaharunnissa | Prevalence Of Dental Traumatic Injuries To Permanent Anterior Teeth And Oral Health Status Among Athletes Actively Involved In Contact Sports In Bangalore City | 2014 |
| Dr. Divya S | Oral Health Status And Oral Health Related Quality Of Life Of Eldery Citizens Residing In Old Age Homes In Bangalore City. | 2014 |
| Dr. Punith Shetty | Oral Health Status Of 13-15 Year Old School Going Children And Estimation Of Fluoride Content In Drinking Water Of Chikkabalapur District | 2013 |
| Dr. Roomani Srivastava | Oral Health Related Quality Of Life And Oral Health Status Of Patients With Type2 Diabetes Mellitus In Bangalore: A Hospital Based Study. | 2013 |
| Dr. Preethi Nagdev | Oral Health Status And Utilization Of Oral Health Services Among 13 To 15 Year Old School Going Children Of Bangalore North-4 | 2013 |
Satellite Dental Clinics
These clinics increase accessibility to basic dental care in rural and semi-urban regions.Locations:
- Lions Club Satellite Clinic, Devanahalli
- Dental Wing at Government Hospital, Yelahanka
- Bettahalasuru Primary Health Center
- Sri Satya Sai Hospital, Muddenahalli
- Indian Cancer Society, Bangalore
Services Provided:
- Oral prophylaxis with hygiene instructions
- Restorations
- Extractions
- Oral cancer screening
- Preventive counseling
Educational Value:
Faculty, postgraduates, and interns are posted to these centers, gaining invaluable community-based experience.
- Dr. Anagha Reji secured 6th Rank in RGUHS Convocation Ceremony (2023)
- Dr. Roomani Srivastava secured 2nd Rank in RGUHS Convocation Ceremony (2016)
- Dr. Ananya YA secured 3rd Rank in RGUHS Final year examination (2024)
| Name | Achievements |
|---|---|
| Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy | Best poster presentation award at 15th IAPHD PG Convention, Pune (2024) |
| Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy | Best paper presentation award at 16th IAPHD PG Convention,Chennai (2025) |
| Dr. Ashapurna Dutta Roy | Best paper presentation award at 29th IAPHD National PG Conference, Mangalore (2025) |
| Dr. Priya G | Best poster presentation award at IDA Dentist Convention, Bangalore (2024) |
| Dr. Priya G | Best paper presentation award at 50th Karnataka State IDA Conference, Bangalore (2024) |
| Dr. Priyanka Srinivas | Best poster presentation award at 29th IAPHD National PG Conference, Mangalore (2025) |
| Jahnavi (Under graduate) | Best poster award at National Level Poster competition held by SD Gupta School of Public Health and IIHMR University on Maternal and Child Healthcare |
| Name | Achievements |
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| Dr. Roomani Srivastava |
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| Dr. Punith Shetty |
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| Dr. Preethi Nagdev |
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| Dr. Zaharunnissa |
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At KCDSH, we emphasize an inclusive approach to dental care. Community outreach initiatives extend oral health services to underserved populations and prepare students to understand broader public health challenges.
Camp Statistics
- 57,972 school children screened
- 5230 treated for identified dental conditions
- 62 camps conducted in collaboration with Indian Cancer Society and 8937 patients screened
- 130 Camps held in Dodballapur, Chikkaballapur & Chintamani taluks (20,831 patients screened)
- 84, 534 patients screened
- 5971 treated in these outreach activities
Danta Bhagya Program
KCDS is an empaneled center under the Karnataka State Government’s Danta Bhagya Yojana (since 20.06.2015) to provide free dentures for Below Poverty Line (BPL) patients.
- Supportive Care by Sri KET: Costs of X-rays, OPGs, and laboratory investigations are sponsored, reducing patient burden.
Patients Screened:
- 2025: 16991 patients
- 2024: 9056 patients
- 2023: 852 patients
- 2022: 4194 patients
- 2021: 961 patients
- 2020: 835 patients
- 2019: 4852 patients
- 2018: 8934 patients
- 2017: 1554 patients
- 2016: 10616 patients
- 2015: 5371 patients
- 2014: 1252 patients
- 2025: 166 patients
- 2024: 191 patients
- 2023: 175 patients
- 2022: 162 patients
- 2021: 26 patients
- 2020: 32 patients
- 2019: 615 patients
- 2018: 788 patients
- 2017: 2437 patients
- 2016: 802 patients
- 2015: 514 patients
- 2014: 270 patients
National Service Scheme
The NSS unit of KCDS instills community service and national spirit among students. Activities include:
- Blood Donation Camps
- Sapling Plantation Drives
- Swachh Bharat Pakhwada Activities
- Year-round community service initiatives
