DEPARTMENT of PERIODONTICS
The Periodontal Department is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the periodontium, which encompasses the gums, periodontal ligaments, and bone supporting the teeth. Periodontists work to preserve the health, function, and aesthetics of the supporting tissues and structures surrounding the teeth.
Scope of Services
The Periodontal Department typically offers a range of services, including:
- Periodontal evaluations and risk assessments
- Non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling and root planing)
- Surgical periodontal therapy (periodontal flap surgery, bone grafting)
- Regenerative procedures
- Dental implant placement and maintenance
- Crown lengthening and aesthetic procedures
- Periodontal plastic surgery (gum grafting, gum recession correction)
- Supportive periodontal care and maintenance therapy
Goals and Objectives
The primary goals of the Periodontal Department are:
- To promote periodontal health and prevent disease progression
- To restore function and aesthetics to compromised teeth and surrounding tissues
- To provide patient education on proper oral hygiene and preventive measures
- To offer personalized treatment plans addressing unique patient needs
Team
The Periodontal Department typically consists of:
- Periodontists (specialized dentists with advanced training in periodontics)
- Dental hygienists
- Registered dental assistants
- Administrative support staff
Education and Research
We offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in conservative dentistry and endodontics, emphasizing hands-on training, didactic instruction, and research opportunities. Our department is actively engaged in innovative research, publishing scholarly articles and presentations at national conferences.
Clinical Excellence
Our state-of-the-art clinic is equipped with advanced technology, including digital radiography, surgical microscopes, and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), ensuring precise diagnoses and efficient treatment.
OUR FACULTY AND STAFF
Professor & HOD
Dr. Sachin K Malagi
Professor & Reader
Dr. Dennis Abraham
Dr. Anil Kumar Sharma
Dr. Saba Jabee
Sr. Lecturer
Dr. Laxmi Kaushal
Dr. Minal Narendra
Dr. Nupoor Khiraiya
Dr. Kshitibhushan Singh Pandaw
Dr. Priyal Agrawal
Publication detail
| SR.NO | NAME OF STAFF AND THERE DESIGNATION | DESIGNATION | NO. OF PUBLICATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Sachin K Malagi | Professor and HOD | 20 |
| 2 | Dr. Dennis Abraham | Professor | 14 |
| 3 | Dr. Anil Kumar Sharma | Reader | - |
| 4 | Dr. Saba Jabee | Reader | 03 |
| 5 | Dr. Laxmi Kaushal | SENIOR LECTURER | 05 |
| 6 | Dr. Minal Narendra | SENIOR LECTURER | 11 |
| 7 | Dr. Nupur Khiraiya | SENIOR LECTURER | 05 |
| 8 | Dr. Kshitibhushan Singh Pandaw | SENIOR LECTURER | - |
| 9 | Dr. Priyal Agrawal | SENIOR LECTURER | 02 |