DEAN/PRINCIPAL,

SAVEETHA DENTAL COLLEGE

Prof. Dr. S. Aravind Kumar., MDS, M.Orth (RCS)Ed, M. Orth (RCPS)Glas, Ph.D.

Dr Aravind Kumar graduated his Bachelor’s and Master’s from Saveetha Dental College in 2000 and 2004 respectively. After graduation he chose to serve at his alma mater and joined as a senior lecturer in 2005. Having obtained his M.Ortho degree from Royal colleges of Surgeons - Edinburgh & Glasgow, he was very instrumental in making Saveetha Dental College as a centre for the M.Ortho exams, Glasgow.

Dr Aravind has more than fifteen years of experience in the field of teaching and is a favourite amongst the students. He has been awarded the best dental educator award from UK. He is also an active researcher and has been guiding post graduate and post doctoral thesis. He has more than 100 publications in various indexed journals to his credit.

He is a well renowned speaker in national and international forums and has delivered numerous guest lectures. He was appointed as the HOD in 2016 and under his leadership , the dept of Orthodontics has scaled new heights and stands tall as the best in the country. He took over as the Vice principal in 2019 and contributed immensely for the development of the college. He took over as the Principal, Saveetha Dental College in March 2022.

VICE PRINCIPAL

Prof. Dr. Thiyaneswaran. N., MDS, FICOI, Ph.D

After obtaining post-graduate degree in Prosthodontics from Saveetha University, Dr. Thiyaneswaran N have been actively involved in teaching since then. He has received the Fellowship and Diplomate from ICOI. He has been associated with Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals since 2000 and have observed very closely how this institution has grown immensely, reached the zenith of success, and achieved the heights of glory.  His constant hard-work and commitment has led to a gigantic milestone for the institution which recently recorded 13500 implants placed at the department.

He has served the institution over 12 many years and holds the two most prestigious position as Vice Principal and the Associate Dean of Faculty of this institution and Heads the department of Implantology. He is excellent with his work and is ever enthusiastic in providing superior education to aspiring students and enable them to meet patients needs. He also strives to create Centre of excellence in dental implantology by imparting quality education to both undergraduates and postgraduates. He has also offered a friendly and exciting academic environment, committed to scholarly excellence and student success for the past 12 years.

He is a passionate teacher and has over 40 publications in various PubMed and Scopus-indexed journals to his credit and is also a PhD guide. He has 5 PhD scholars under his tutelage. He has also delivered numerous guest lectures for many universities. He is a dedicated faculty and has won the Saveetha Ratna (Best Faculty of the university) award in 2016 and most workaholic faculty award at Saveetha Dental College on numerous occasions.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Prof. Dr. Meignana Arumugam., M.D.S., M.A.(YHE)., Ph.D.

Evaluates the requirement and analyses about the existing space and budget. Plans the development of new infrastructure and guide in procuring equipment and required material. Prof. Dr. Meignana Arumugham did his BDS, MDS and PhD in Public Health Dentistry from Saveetha Dental College. He has over 20 years of teaching experience and numerous publications in reputed journals. He was also the President of Public Health Dentistry - Tamilnadu Chapter. He is also a PhD guide and external examiner for BDS and MDS.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION

Prof. Dr. Sankari. M. MDS, Ph.D

Associate Dean of Hospital Administration - Coordinates Quality Improvement process by monitoring current patient care against agreed standards of best practice

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF RESEARCH

Prof. Dr. Deepa. G. MDS, Ph.D

Ensures quality and consistency of all research projects carried out in the institution by both undergraduates and post graduates.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF FACULTY  

Prof. Dr. Thiyaneswaran. N., MDS, FICOI, Ph.D

Maintains Continuous Annual Faculty Evaluation (CAFE) scores. This comprehensive evaluations is an extensive credit system that gives incentives to faculties across all division and ranges of work done. 

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Mrs.T.Lakshmi Thangavelu, MSc.,PhD.,TPRM

Maintains constant communication with foreign universities and laboratory collaborations, MOU's, Etc. 

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF STUDENTS AFFAIRS

Mrs. Geetha. R. V., MSc., Ph.D

Passionately maintains student records and offers student support serves. 

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Prof. Dr. EMG. Subramanian., MDS, Ph.D

Monitors scientific events and venues in the College including Continuing education programs along with Hospitality for the guests arriving to our campus. Prof. Dr. EMG. Subramanian did his BDS and Ph.D in Pedodontics from Saveetha Dental College. He has over 20 years of teaching experience and is of national repute as an speaker, conference chairperson and Inspector for Dental Council of India. He had successfully organised the National PG Convention of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry (2023) at Saveetha Dental College, Chennai.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Prof. Dr. G. Dhanraj M Ganapathy., MDS, FICOI, Ph.D

Associate dean of career development is concerned with enhancing career opportunities and to provide guidance to students in various domains of entrepreneurship and self empowerment . The students will receive training in soft skill development, and stress management.Career counselling and planning will be given to explore the multiple avenues available for empowering the future of the students.

Associate dean of career development plays a very crucial role in shaping the careers of doctors by encouraging, enhancing and empowering them to be humane clinicians in rendering their services to the society.

The key initiatives undertaken by the associate Dean include periodic career counselling, motivation and training for competitive and post graduate examinations and overseas graduation examinations. Additionally, the other main impetus will be organising career drives for placement of students in various establishments. The other role is in guiding entrepreneurship and self-employment initiatives to empower the students.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Prof. Dr. Mahesh Ramakrishnan, MDS, Ph.D

Evaluates products for purchase based on research evidence and also maintains various equipment and budget for future years.

He did his MDS and PhD in Pediatric dentistry from Saveetha Dental College. He has 14 years of experience. He has over 100 publications. He is also a PhD guide, BDS and MDS examiner. He is a renowned speaker and conducts invited hands on programs across the country.

ASSOCIATE DEAN OF CENTRAL AUDIT

Prof. Dr. Karthikeyan Ramalingam., M.D.S., M.B.A, Ph.D

Evaluates and gives unbiased reports of various entities within the institution to ensure that the established set of standards are adhered. Prof. Dr. Karthikeyan Ramalingam did his BDS, MDS, and Ph.D. in Oral Pathology from Saveetha Dental College. He has also completed his MBA in Hospital Administration from JNU.

He is also a part of the Academic Council, Administrative Board, and Journal Committee of SIMATS. His academic career spans over two decades covering prestigious universities across the world. He is a renowned academician and avid research scholar with over 110 publications in various reputed journals. He is also the academic editor of Hindawi / Wiley journals and Cureus Journal of Medical Sciences. He is a renowned speaker and has given many guest lectures across the country at many reputed institutions. He is also a Ph.D. guide and Examiner for BDS and MDS examinations.

ASSISTANT DEAN OF FACULTY

Prof. Dr. Jayanth Kumar., MDS, Ph.D

He handles the faculty affairs including teaching and non-teaching staff of our college.

ASSISTANT DEAN OF CLINICS

Prof. Dr. Navaneethan. R., MDS, Ph.D

Manages the clinical work flow for both undergraduates and postgraduates. Evaluation of the final quota and work completion of all students are monitored and updated weekly.

ASSISTANT DEAN OF INNOVATIONS

Dr. Ganesh Jeevanandan.,MDS, Ph.D

Coordinates with the students and faculty of the college to guide and patent ideas or products and provides assistance to bring them into the market and start their own registered company.

Coordinates in conducting innovative lectures and programs.

ASSISTANT DEAN OF CO - CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Dr. Pradeep.S., MDS,(Ph.D)

Coordinates with students and faculty members ti participate in conferences and CDE programs. Main emphasis is to participate in scientific presentations and posters at various conferences at state , national and international level.

ASSISTANT DEAN OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

Dr. S. Delphine Priscilla Antony., MDS, Ph.D

Coordinates the college webpages , social media platform to promote the college activities. Manages the newsletter of the college which is a compilation of all the monthly activities of all the departments in the college.