Department

Overview

Established in 1997, the Department of Public Health Dentistry is dedicated to enhancing community oral health through innovative programs and research. With a capacity of 100 BDS seats, we train future dental professionals to address public health challenges effectively.

A distinguishing feature of our department is the Tobacco Cessation Centre, which actively promotes awareness and support for individuals looking to quit tobacco, significantly impacting community health. Additionally, our Dental Care on Wheels initiative brings essential dental services directly to underserved populations, ensuring accessibility and care for all.

Our commitment to research-based outreach activities allows us to engage with communities, gathering data that informs best practices and public health policies. Through these efforts, we strive to improve oral health standards and foster a culture of prevention, making our department a leader in public health dentistry and community engagement.

Vision Mission

Vision:

  • To create awareness, educate and promote the community regarding prevention of various oral diseases
  • To have communities and environment supporting healthy lifestyles by organizing outreach & extension activities and hence improving the quality of life in & around Ghaziabad (Delhi – NCR)

Mission:

  • Development of comprehensive oral health programs to cater to unmet needs of the community through effective collaboration with external stakeholders
  • Improving the oral health of a group of people, usually within a community or state. By increasing the overall dental health levels in the population and to reduce the number of untreated dental issues through a combination of treatment, education, and policy changes

HOD

Qualification: Ph.D, MDS, BDS
Work Experience: 13+ years of teaching experience

Dr Meena Jain is a Professor and Head of Department of Public Health Dentistry at Santosh Deemed to be University. She has an extensive educational background and hold Ph.D, MDS and BDS specialising in Public Health Dentistry having more than 13 Years of teaching experience. She has paved the path for students towards academic and clinical training while developing their overall personality. Her expertise in the field of Public Health Dentistry and dedication to nurture the students for fulfilling the future requirement of medical industry through continuous learning and implementing latest techniques has lead to better learning environment for students.

Conferences Attended:

  • Google Headquarters, Boston, USA to present her innovation of converting a manual toothbrush to an affordable smart toothbrush
  • Panellist of FICCI, GOI in drafting the National Health Policy in 2015
  • Invited as Guest speaker at many National & international conferences

CDE’s Attended:

  • Received the “Best Paper Presentation Award” twice at the dental conferences
  • Member of reviewer board of National and international journals

Workshop:

  • Conducted more than 1000 dental camps screening or treating more than 60,000 patients since 2011
  • Organized the COVID preparedness program in 2020

List of Publications: She has 5 patents and more than 70 publications in various National & International Journals and authored one book with an international publisher.

Dr. Meena Jain

Professor & HOD

Thrust Areas

  • Focus on raising awareness about oral hygiene, preventive care, and the importance of maintaining oral health through community outreach programs and educational campaigns.
  • Development and implementation of community-based programs aimed at preventing dental diseases, such as fluoride varnish applications, screenings, and sealant programs.
  • Conducting research on oral health disparities, access to dental care, and the social determinants of oral health to inform public health policy and improve community health outcomes.
  • Advocating for the integration of oral health into broader public health systems and policies, ensuring that oral health is considered a vital part of overall well-being.
  • Special focus on providing dental care and education to underserved communities, including children, elderly populations, and people with disabilities, addressing their unique oral health needs.

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