The lecture was given by Dr. Subash Sharma on 9 th August 2018. Evidenced based discussion on Microscopic Endodontics gave an insight on the reasons for emphasizing the use of Microscopes. An evidence based discussion always gives a reliable and the need for such treatment modality to be provided. Microscopes are not considered as luxury anymore but a requirement to provide good quality endodontic treatment.
Alumni Meet- 2018
Saveetha Dental College Alumni meet celebration held in our institution on 5th Aug 2018. It also, marks the Silver Jubilee Celebration of 1993 batch.
Dr.N.M.Veeraiyan, Founder-Chancellor, Saveetha University, presided over the function. He enthralled all by focusing on alumni welfare and expressed his happiness over meeting all our alumni in thisalumni meet. He also, highlighted on the advanced infrastructural facilities which have been added in our institution year by year.
Dr.Deepak Nallasamy, Director of Academics, Saveetha University elaborated on the steps, the institution is taking for betterment of our students and dental healthcare delivery system for Indian Scenario. He also, highlighted on the dentist population ratio in comparison with developed countries and unfolded the opportunities which are still available.
Dr.N.D.Jayakumar, Dean, Saveetha Dental College shared his memories with our alumni during their student period.
The alumni expressed their gratitude to their teachers by felicitating them. They shared their golden memories in the institution. The teachers felt over-whelmed and enjoyed the function. The teachers also expressed their memories of interaction with 1993 batch. Alumni belonging to various batches shared their evergreen moments with 1993 Batch.
The function reached the melting point when each alumni from 1993 batch emotionally expressed their lifestyle and relationship with the institution during their study period and shared their current status.
Their heart skipped a beat, when they witnessed the infra-structure facilities existing currently in our institution.
1993 Batch proudly announced their contribution of Zen garden to our institution as a token of their holistic relationship with our institution.
Not only, their physical bodies got refreshed but also their inner being refreshed so much after visiting their “Temple of Learning”.
IADR - HAT-TRICK
Saveetha Dental College uplifts Students and Faculty members every year to show case their research projects as Paper and Poster presentation. They not only show avid participation in National conferences, but also encouraged to participate in International Forum as well. For the past 3 consecutive years, Saveetha students and Faculties participated in International Association of Dental Research (IADR) conference held at Switzerland, Seoul and San-fransisco. This year, we stand proud to say that our students and Faculty members participated in 96th General Session and Exhibition of the IADR as well as in World Dental and Oral Health Congress (International CPD Accredited), Annual International Conference and Exhibition on Dental & Oral Health held at London, United Kingdom.
International Association for Dental Research (IADR), 96th General Session and Exhibition in conjunction with Pan European Regional Congress which was held on July 25-28th, 2018 at Excel London Convention Center, UK. The purpose of this conference is to advance research and increase knowledge for the improvement of oral health worldwide; to support and represent the oral health research community; and to facilitate the communication and application of research findings. . A total of 38 dental students and 10 Faculty members from Saveetha Dental college, SIMATS participated in the conference.
Oral Radiology for dental practitioners
The Program was aimed at providing elaborate knowledge on the topic of cone beam computed tomography. The Program had International Speaker like Dr. Jie Yang who discussed about the interpretation of 3D cone beam computed tomography. The program was attended by many staffs and students from dental colleges all over Chennai
Retreatment Training Course
The course on Non-Surgical Retreatment deals with
Biological concepts and technical procedures on post treatment endodontic diseases.
An overview of clinical decision making strategies on when a retreatment and surgical approaches to be carried out.
Live Demonstration on various retreatment techniques on gutta percha removal.
Ridge augmentation and management of Peri- implantitis
The department of Periodontics in association with the office of International affairs organised a guest lecture on Ridge augmentation and management of Peri- implantitis on 7th August 2018. The Speaker Dr.Sirisha Munimadugu is a Master of Science in Dentistry (Periodontics) from the Texas A & M College of Dentistry,USA. The lecture was an interactive one with case discussions and had 35 participants form the Departments of Periodontics, Prosthodontics and Implantology
IACDE NATIONAL CONGRESS:LECTURE ON ROOT CANAL IRRIGATION
Eradication of microflora in the treatment of pulpal and periapical diseases is the crucial step in assuring the successs of endodontic therapy. It is evident that instrumentation alone doesnot render bacteria free root canal system, henceforth irrigants play an very important role in eradicating the microorganisms from the root canal system. This lecture highlighted the importance of irrigants, newer trends in irrigation devices and the irrigants available. It helped the participants to gain knowledge regarding the recent advances in irrigation protocols and imply them in their clinical practice.
RECENT TRENDS IN TAD’S
The workshop held on 17.07.2018 at our institution aimed at providing knowledge to PG students regarding the use of TADS in orthodontics. Temporary Anchorage Devices, is one of the latest innovations in orthodontics and has really increased or broadened the vista of orthodontics and has expanded our treatment procedures. Some cases which were surgical, can now be done non-surgical using TADS. This workshop on TADS provided an insight of various new skeletal anchorage devices available including the IZC and Buccal shelf implants.
Guest speaker, Dr S.Venkateshwaran and Dr Venkataeshwara Rao are few among the most renowned orthodontist with keen interest in the field of mini implants. Valuable knowledge had been provided to the students by our speakers about the use of IZC and Buccal Shelf implants.
World Population Day
World Population Day is a global health awareness day which is observed on July 11th every year to raise awareness on global population issues. While press interest and general awareness in the global population surges only at the increments of whole billions of people, the world population increases by 100 million approximately every 14 months. The world population reached 7,400,000,000 on February 6, 2016; the world population had reached 7,500,000,000 at around 16:21 on April 24, 2017.
On the event of World Population day, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College, conducted an awareness programme on the rise of population of India day by day and its effect on oral health .Emphasis was made on the insufficient dentist: population ratio and the role of teachers in taking care of children’s oral health. Proper teeth brushing techniques were demonstrated to the teachers so that they can teach the students and assess their performance. Free dental screening camp for the school children was also conducted simultaneously.
National Doctor’s Day
National Doctor’s Day is celebrated every year on July 1. The day is marked to recognize the contributions of physicians to the community and create a link with the community for joining hands towards Health for All.
The Department of Public Health conducted an interactive session with medical professionals and students at Saveetha Medical celebrate to celebrate this perfect day for spreading knowledge on the significance of oral health status contributing to overall general health.
A lively session commenced with oral hygiene practices followed by them and then it focused on importance of preserving dentition, mechanism of dental problems occurrence, prevention of oral disease. Information about various available treatment modalities were delivered in a gist followed by discussion on giving effective oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Emphasis was made on early approaches for a good oral health status and the importance of timely referral by medical professionals to dentists was highlighted. They were encouraged to perform roles enabling dental professional to administer preventive and minimal invasive procedures.
National Doctor’s Day is celebrated every year on July 1. The day is marked to recognize the contributions of physicians to the community and create a link with the community for joining hands towards Health for All.
The Department of Public Health conducted an interactive session with medical professionals and students at Saveetha Medical celebrate to celebrate this perfect day for spreading knowledge on the significance of oral health status contributing to overall general health.
A visual presentation was shown to them highlighting the importance of timely referral
A lively session commenced with oral hygiene practices followed by them and then it focused on importance of preserving dentition, mechanism of dental problems occurrence, prevention of oral disease. Information about various available treatment modalities were delivered in a gist followed by discussion on giving effective oral hygiene instructions to patients.
Emphasis was made on early approaches for a good oral health status and the importance of timely referral by medical professionals to dentists was highlighted. They were encouraged to perform roles enabling dental professional to administer preventive and minimal invasive procedures.
LAYERS OF BEAUTIFICATION ON COMPOSITE RESTORATIONS
Composite resins occupy a paramount position among restorative cements as they have excellent esthetic potential acceptable longevity, with a much lower cost comparatively. Methods to upgrade efficiency and speed of their placement should be incorporated with the objective of long-lasting and properly formed restorations. This lecture and hands on demonstrates meticulous operative technique along with appropriate case selection to govern the success of resin composite restoration. Participants were enlightened regarding the different layering techniques and the appropriate shade selection methods for anterior restorations.
Endodontic Enigma – Guest lecture
This guest lecture was given by Dr.Anuj Bharadwaj on 22 nd June 2018. Endodontics is a fascinating field were the dentist works on the tooth identifying the morphology ,locating canals and restoring it. Variations in teeth are high and thus every tooth is unique and this lecture discussed in details on methods of identifying additional canals and methods of negotiating the same.
International Yoga Day - 21stJune 2018
Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual practice attributed to humankind. International yoga day was celebrated in Saveetha Dental College on 21st June 2018. Students and faculty participated with great enthusiasm. We witnessed the passion among students towards yoga.
Dr. SriSakthi, Faculty, Dept. of Public Health Dentistry, delivered some practical yoga techniques for students. She pointed out the importance of yoga in human life and how it enriches human values as applied to education. Faculty who are trained in yoga performed few asanas to the students.
Be there for someone else. Give blood. Share life-World Blood Donor Day 14th June 2018
Be there for someone else. Give blood. Share life
World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year on 14th june, the day of birthday anniversary of Karl Landsteiner, a great scientist who won the Noble prize for his great discovery of the ABO blood group system. World Blood Donor Day celebration brings a precious opportunity to all donors for celebrating it on national and global level. It is one of eight official global public health campaigns marked by the World Health Organization (WHO).Department of Public Health Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, conducted an awareness rally. About 40 students started from the campus at 8.30 am and it extended till the Kumananchavadi Junction. The students were displaying placards emphasizing the importance, dos and donts regarding blood donation.
Edify- Brulac- Dental Research Cell
The meeting started with the social video on Stem cell culture. Followed by that the 2 new faculty in the Dental Research Cell were introduced.
The presentation had two educational videos one on the Evolution of PCR and the next how PCR is executed in out DRC laboratory. They also show cased their achievements in the last few months which includes publications in high impact journals, CDE programmed organised, Guest lectures at various institutions and their recent research projects. The Director of Academics and the faculty were appreciative of their efforts. The Director of Academics concluded stating that more collaborations with research cell by the faculty will bring in more laurels to us.
World Environment Day
Every year, World Environment Day falls on June 5, and has done since its inaugural year in 1974. Established by the United Nations Assembly in 1972 – on day one of the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment – it was conceived to raise awareness of environmental issues of all kinds, from marine pollution to overpopulation and, of course, global warming.
The theme this year is 'Beat Plastic Pollution'. Indeed, plastic pollution is one of the greatest environmental challenges facing our planet today. It has been estimated one million plastic bottles were bought every minute, and 13 million tonnes of the stuff finding its way into our oceans each year. This year's campaign calls for people around the world to encourage everyone everywhere to start making simple lifestyle changes to cut plastic out of everyday use for good.
As an initiative to create awareness regarding importance of environment, Department of Public Health Dentistry,Saveetha dental college has organized an awareness talk at Government girls high school, Ashok Nagar. The talk focuses on environmental pollution Men had created and easy ways to reduce the burden. The talk also throw light on plastic pollution targeting mainly on Beating plastic use and also suggesting good alternatives.
As a part of health promotion strategy, as a measure of reinforcement, logos about preserving environment were painted on the walls of Schools. This measure will have a profound effect on the students and will mould them as good environmentalists in future. Really, it couldn't be easier to "BeatPlasticPollution"; it needs the whole effort from each and every individual.
World Environment day
Every year, World Environment Day falls on June 5, and has done since its inaugural year in 1974. Established by the United Nations Assembly in 1972 – on day one of the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment – it was conceived to raise awareness of environmental issues of all kinds, from marine pollution to overpopulation and, of course, global warming.
The theme this year is 'Beat Plastic Pollution'. Indeed, plastic pollution is one of the greatest environmental challenges facing our planet today. It has been estimated one million plastic bottles were bought every minute, and 13 million tonnes of the stuff finding its way into our oceans each year. This year's campaign calls for people around the world to encourage everyone everywhere to start making simple lifestyle changes to cut plastic out of everyday use for good.
As an initiative to create awareness regarding importance of environment, Department of Public Health Dentistry,Saveetha dental college has organized an awareness talk at Government girls high school, Ashok Nagar. The talk focuses on environmental pollution Men had created and easy ways to reduce the burden. The talk also throw light on plastic pollution targeting mainly on Beating plastic use and also suggesting good alternatives.
As a part of health promotion strategy, as a measure of reinforcement, logos about preserving environment were painted on the walls of Schools. This measure will have a profound effect on the students and will mould them as good environmentalists in future. Really, it couldn't be easier to #BeatPlasticPollution; it needs the whole effort from each and every individual.
Understanding the Amplicon - The Genetic Photostat
Biomedical Research Unit and Lab Animal Centre (BRULAC) and Dental Research Cell (DRC), Saveetha Dental College has organized a CDE program for I year Postgraduate students on 25th May 2018 on the topic “Understanding the Amplicon - The Genetic Photostat”. The Speaker for the Guest lecture was Dr. L. Kavitha Shankar, Senior Lecturer, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Ragas Dental College & Hospital, Uthandi, Chennai.Dr.J.Vijayashree Priyadharsini, delivered the welcome address and introduced the speaker to the gathering.
The Speaker, Dr. L. Kavitha Shankar discussed about the quarks of “Polymerase chain reaction”, which is the technique that has revolutionized clinical diagnosis and research. The lecture covered topics pertaining to the history, sources of DNA, components of PCR, its types, and applications in different specialties of dentistry and medicine. Even the intricate details on setting up a PCR reaction and troubleshooting were made more palatable to the audience. The session was interactive with active participation from the students.
Dr. D. Ezhilarasan, Dr. J. Vijayashree Priyadharsini, Dr. A. Padmaraj, the Faculties of BRULAC & DRC presented the certificate and gift to the Speaker Dr. L. Kavitha Shankar. Dr. M. Karthik Ganesh delivered the Vote of Thanks and concluded the session.
Importance and Relevance of Pre-Clinical Studies in Dental Research
The Department of Biomedical Research Unit and Lab Animal Centre (BRULAC) and Dental Research Cell (DRC), Saveetha Dental College has organized a CDE program on “Importance and Relevance of Pre-Clinical in vivo and in vitro Studies in Dental Research” for I year MDS students on 18th May 2018. The Speaker for the Guest lecture was Dr. S. Priya, Reader and Head, Department of Pharmacology, Sathyabama Dental College and Hospital, Chennai.
Dr. M. Karthik Ganesh presented the welcome address and introduced the speaker to the august gathering of Postgraduate students and staffs of Saveetha Dental College.
In her lecture Dr. S. Priya discussed the fundamentals of Research and various fields of research. Then she outlined systematically the pre-clinical trials on in vivo and in vitro models. In each pre-clinical studies, she gave a clear overview about the current studies undergoing and the models available in general and also with respect to dental sciences. It was an apt speech as it fulfilled all needed insights into research and what is required for Postgraduate students at the initial stage of their research carrier. The Speaker correlated all pre-clinical trials with updated experimental examples. The Speaker gave a special emphasis to the in vivo and in vitro experimental studies with lots of dental correlations and applications.
The Speaker Dr. S. Priya was felicitated then presented with certificate and gift by Dr. D. Ezhilarasan, Dr. J. Vijayashree Priyadharsini, Dr. A. Padmaraj. The session was concluded with Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. N. Ashok Vardhan.
Awareness Program & Genetic Counselling
The Team BRULAC & DRC initiated the Awareness Programs and Genetic Counsellings for public on various medical issues. The first of its kind was organized on the occasion of "World Nutrition Day" on 28th May 2018 emphasizing the Motto – "Maternal Nutrition: A Key to Healthy Generation – A Step towards Nutrigenomics".
In connection with this "Genetic Counseling" was given emphasizing on the importance of maternal nutrition and deficiencies associated with birth defects.