Department of Public Health Dentistry

About Us

Dental Public health is the science of preventing and controlling dental diseases and promoting dental health through organized community efforts.
It is that form of dental practice that serves the community as a whole rather than the individual.
SRM Kattankulathur Dental College has an independent public health dentistry department.
Outreach activities are conducted regularly in association with the two satellite clinics.

OUR VISION

To produce transformative knowledge, professionals, and leaders that work to create healthy and sustainable communities both locally and globally.
To this end, we foster professional education, public outreach, and scholarship to support practitioners, leaders, and change agents in moving societies toward more sustainably healthy futures.

OUR MISSION

We envision a world where health is within reach for each individual, supported by healthy and sustainable communities, and equitably achieved across human populations through the transformation of policies and health services delivery.

Infrastructure

Fully equipped undergraduate department with 16 dental units with a museum and library facility

Teaching Learning methods

Teaching involves theory and clinical postings.
The theory involves Virtual method & offline method (power points,chalk & talk, group discussion, seminar,models, visuals, etc.)
Clinical practice involves Case discussion and emphasizing preventive needs to the patients.

Mobile Dental Bus

Fully Functional mobile bus with 12-15 seating capacity
Two electrical driven Dental chairs
Provision for Treatment

Little flock

This is an independent functioning dental unit which is in collaboration with an NGO run by a Christian missionary. It’s located at hanumanthapuram and the dental unit is run by our department. Basic treatments are all provided at nominal cost and the school associated with it has been adopted for providing school based oral health care.

Medical OP

The Public Health Dentistry department also runs a dental unit with the SRM medical hospital (Room No: C-2/27. This unit was started with the aim of providing comprehensive medical/dental care under one roof and making dental services easily available to all.

Maraimalainagar Urban Health Centre - Dental Wing

The Urban Health Centre in Maraimalainagar provides dental care to the population in and around Maraimalainagar.
We provide cost free basic treatments like restorations, scaling, and extractions to the needy. Patients requiring more complex treatment are referred to SRM Kattankulathur Dental College.

Mamandur Rural Health Centre – Dental Wing

Mamandur Rural Health Centre is located at 25kms from SRM Kattankulathur Dental College. It provides dental care to the population in and around Mamandur functioning in collaboration with medical unit.
Mamandur Dental Unit offers certain cost free basic treatments like restorations, scaling, extractions to the needy. Patients requiring more complex treatment are referred to SRM Kattankulathur Dental college.
The route map from SRM University to Mamandur is shown for your guidance.

Faculty

Dr.Sibyl.S

MDS

Professor & HOD Incharge

Dr.Indumathi.K.P

MDS

Assistant Professor

Dr.G.Krishnaprakash

MDS

Assistant Professor

Dr.R.Manoshree

BDS

Tutor

Dr.K.Yamini

BDS

Tutor

DR.J.Jayashree

BDS

Tutor

Dr. M.MANEESWARI MOHAN

BDS

Tutor

Research

Sl. No	Ongoing Project
1	Interprofessional education and collaboration: An overview among health care students
2	Student's Attitudes toward Effective Factors in Lecturing Didactic Dental Courses Nicotine pouches
3	Comparison of Gingival crevicular blood and capillary blood for estimation of blood glucose levels –A systematic review and meta-analysis
4	Climate change and oral health
5	Oral piercing and its implications in oral health
6	The relationship between psychological entitlement and compliance to the preventive measures of the COVID-19 among Dental students of SRM Kattankulathur campus, Chennai-A Cross-sectional survey
7	Physical activity and Oral Disease
8	Knowledge And Awareness Of E-cigarette Among 18-24 Years Young Adult’s In Chennai – A Pilot E-survey
9	Impact on Dental Treatment choices among Social Media Users: A Questionnaire Survey

Faculty Name	Title	Organisation	PI/CO-PI
Dr. SIBYL. S	Readiness of Parents to attend first dental visit within three years of Child’s age: An analysis applying Anderson’s behaviour model of Health and Utilization.	ICMR STS PROJECT	GUIDE
Dr. Indumathi KP	Development and validation of a chair side tool detecting Tobacco specific Nitrosamines biomarkers with the highest concentration in saliva and effect of cortisol level in both Secondhand Smoke and Thirdhand Smoke among 15-24 years youth in Chennai – An Analytical Study.	ICMR (Oral Health)	PI
	Assessment of abnormalities of the oral health at the community level using salivary bio-markers and establishing a Surveillance System among Tribals in Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu.	ICMR (Oral Health)	CO-PI
	A Sustainable School-Based Participatory Health Educational Intervention for Primary Prevention of Anaemia using a Structured Peer to Peer Learning Model (SPLM): Engaging Adolescents as Health Messenger	ICMR (ANEMIA)	CO-PI
	Comparative evaluation of three different fluoride-containing varnishes among Institutionalized old age homes in Chennai: A Randomized controlled trials	IAPHD	CO-PI

Title of Paper	Name of the Journal	Month & Year of Publication
Oral health-related quality of life and nutritional status of institutionalized elderly population aged 60 years and above in Mysore City, India	Gerodontology	2013 ;30(2):119-25
Clinical Audit – A Literature Review	J Int Dent Med Res	2014; 7: (1), 42-48
Oral health related knowledge, attitude, and practice Among the pre‐university students of Mysore city	Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry	2014; 4( 3);154-58
Quarantine: a concept to preparedness	Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences	2014, 5(5) :533-539
Acculturation and Oral Health: A Review.	Research and Reviews: Journal of Dental Sciences	2014;2(1):17-20
Tobacco – A global agent of death	Indian Journal of Research in Pharmacy and Biotechnology	2014;2(6):1446-
Toothpaste utilization profile among preschool children	Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research.	2014 , 8(3): 212-215
A clinical study to assess the Effectiveness of CPP-ACP (Casein Phosphopeptide- Amorphous calcium phosphate) versus Potassium-nitrate (KNO3) on cervical dentine hypersensitivity	Journal of Young Pharmacists	2015; 7 ( 3)
Malocclusion and related Quality of Life among 13-19 year old students in Mysore City- A cross sectional study.	Oral Health and Preventive Dentistry	2015;13:135-141
Outreach programme – Key to success in health care Access	The Pharma Innovation Journal	2015; 4(4): 04-07
Food Safety among Food Vendors in Chennai City-A Cross Sectional Survey	International journal of Pharma research and health sciences	2016;4(6):1466-1469
Dentistry in E-world	Journal of the Scientific Society	2017;44 (1), 2
Correlations between gingival crevicular blood glucose and capillary blood glucose: A preliminary report	Journal of Laboratory Physicians	2017;
Readiness for interprofessional learning among dental undergraduate students: an institutional study	Journal of Indian association of public health dentistry	2018
Knowledge attitude practices and perceived barriers towards tobacco cessation counseling among future dentists	Journal of dental and medical sciences	&2018;6(10):78-83
Knowledge practices nutritional value and periodontal disease status among type 2 diabetes patients-A cross sectional study	International journal of science and research	2019;8(2):893-897
Stress among staff nurses-A hospital based study	Journal of nature and science of medicine	2019;2(2):95-100
Kinetic cavity preparation: patient friendly technique: a literature review	Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences	2020;11(6):106-112.
The new normal in post covid-19 dental practice: A literature review	Research Journal of Pharmaceutical, Biological and Chemical Sciences	2020;11(6):96-106.
Dentistry finding a ray of hope in COVID pandemic	Journal of positive school psychology	April.2022;6(4:906-910)
Vitamin D and its influence on oral health-A literature Review	Journal of Pharm and Tech	May 2023;16(5)
In vitro Remineralization Effectiveness of Grape Seed Extract on Primary Tooth: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis	Journal of International Oral Health	March -April 2023;15(2)
Chirology :An overview and its role as diagnostic tool in dentistry	Latin american journal of pharmacy	2023;42(3)
A New Strategy For The Genetic Therapy Of Oral Cancer: An Update	Pak Heart J	2023:56(03):665-670
Nutritional Status, Prevalence of Early Childhood Caries, and its Association among Preschool Children in Northeast India	Contemporary Clinical Dentistry	2023;14(4):300-306
A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Perceived Oral Health Care Needs, Barriers to Accessing Oral Health Care Services, and Utility Among the Rural Population in Chengalpattu District, TamilNadu.	Cureus	16(7): e65596
Navigating Barriers to Oral Health Challenges Faced by Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Scoping Review	Cureus	16(8): e66493
Development of a Questionnaire for Dental Utilization Based on the Andersen Model	Cureus	16(8): e66671
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of University Students Regarding the Impact of Smokeless Tobacco, Areca Nut, E-cigarette Use on Oral Health	Cureus	16(8): e66828
R M, V K, K G, et al. (October 22, 2024) Comparison of Antimicrobial Efficacy of Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi) Extract and Chlorhexidine Against Tannerella forsythia: An In Vitro Study. 10.7759/cureus.72167	Cureus	16(10): e72167
Mounika V, P I K, Siluvai S, et al. (November 19, 2024) Carbon Monoxide in Healthcare Monitoring Balancing Potential and Challenges in Public Health Perspective: A Narrative Review. 10.7759/cureus.74052	Cureus	16(11): e74052.
Z K, Siluvai S, Kanakavelan K, et al. (December 23, 2024) Mental and Oral Health: A Dual Frontier in Healthcare Integration and Prevention. 10.7759/cureus.76264	Cureus	16(12): e76264.
K, K P I, Hasin A J, et al. (January 08, 2025) Support Vector Machines: A Literature Review on Their Application in Analyzing Mass Data for Public Health. 10.7759/cureus.77169	Cureus	17(1): e77169.
Krishnakumar S, Siluvai S, Indumathi KP, Rakesh VL. Effect of excessive smartphone usage on sleep pattern and psychological distress among healthcare students.	IAPS J Pract Mentealth	2024;2:34-42
Evaluation of Antifungal And Antibacterial Properties of SolanumXanthocarpum (Kandankathiri)2582-6018	International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research	6(5), Sep - Oct 2024: 381-385
Analyzing Chatbot vs ChatGPT: Narrative Review2582-6018	International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research	6(5), Sep - Oct 2024: 221-228

Publication In the pipeline:

TOPIC	JOURNAL
A Cross sectional study to assess the perceived oral health care needs, barriers to accessing oral health care services and utility among rural population in Chengalpattu district, Tamilnadu.	Indian Journal of Dental Research
Nutritional status,prevalence of early childhood caries and its association among preschool children in northeast India	Contemporary clinical dentistry
Unflavored nicotine products	Indian Journal of Public Health

Achievements and Awards

S.No	Faculty Name	Achievements
1	Dr.Sibyl.S	Organising head of World health day which won U Sumithra & Ramanath Bhat- Best outreach programme award for 2020 Received scholarship from Harvard University to attend Global Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry Member of the European Association of Dental Public Health Organizing Chairman for the SERB Funded Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry Received Young Academician Molaris award 2024 from IDA Thiruvallur Past EC Member of the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry-Tamilnadu chapter Organising committee member for scientific sessions during the 25th IAPHD conference Chairperson for various scientific moderations and extracurricular activities organised by other colleges Secretary –Clinical Society meeting SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital Member of scientific committee SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital NAAC criterion V coordinator Editorial member of the college newsletter Lyceum Member of student council
2	Dr.Indumathi.K.P	Gold Medal for Best paper in Research Day, SRM Institute of Science and Technology-2024 Certificate of Honor in recognition of Young Academic Award, SRM Institute of Science and Technology-2024 Second Prize for Best Scientific Paper , International Conference on Bioethics 2023 Third Prize for Best Scientific Poster, National Level CDE and Scientific Poster Competition 2023 Young Academician Award in Public Health Dentistry, MOLARIS Academic Awards by IDA Thiruvallur, 2023 Excellence in Public Health Dentistry, Global HealthCare & Wellness - 2022 Third prize in the scientific poster on Planetary Health, International Conference of Higher Education Institute’s Challenges and Solution for Sustainable Development Goals - 2022 First Prize for What’s on your Pack!!! (Anti-Tobacco Label Designing Competition), 26th Indian Association Public Health Dentistry National Conference, Goa - 2022 First Prize MYPHDMOMENT (Photography competition), 26th Indian Association Public Health Dentistry National Conference, Goa - 2022 Second Prize for Game of Memes (Ill effects of Tobacco), 26th Indian Association Public Health Dentistry National Conference, Goa - 2022 Second Prize for Paper Presentation, National Level Conference, Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry, Kerala Chapter - 2021 First Prize for Best Scientific poster in 2020 National Level Conference, National Level Conference - 2020 Won Best Outreach Program- U Smithra Ramnath Bhat Award, Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry - 2020 Second prize in Quiz competition PILOT, Sri Ramachandra University – Chennai - 2016 Third prize in Quiz competition PILOT, Sri Ramachandra University – Chennai - 2016 Third prize in Quiz competition, State level Quiz, SRM Dental College, Chennai - 2015 Certificate of Excellence, ROME, Chennai - 2009 Certificate of Excellence, Rapid Review and Revision, Chennai - 2009 Best Scientific Paper, All India UG Convention, Chennai - 2009 Co-opted member of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry Tamilnadu Editorial Member of Tamil Journal of Public Health Dentistry 2021
3	Dr.R.Manoshree	Organising committee of World health day which won U Sumithra & Ramanath Bhat- Best outreach programme award for 2020 Completed certified course in “Root canal Filling and Post and core” Completed certified online course in “covid-19 contact tracing” in Johns Hopkins university Elected as EC member in Indian Dental Association of Maraimalainagar branch in 2019 Elected as joint secretary in Indian Dental Association of Maraimalainagar branch in 2020 and 2021 Elected as Vice President 1 in Indian Dental Association of Maraimalainagar branch in 2024
4		Pursued my senior internship in Chengalpattu medical college and hospital Completed Fellowship Program in Root Canal Treatment.
5		PGDBEME (Postgraduate Diploma in Bioethics and Medical Ethics) – 2021 Financial assistance to MDS research projects - 2021 by Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (IAPHD) – Rs. 15,000 for the Project named ‘Effectiveness of oral moisturizers in xerostomia among Institutionalized type II diabetic patients - a Randomized Controlled Trial’. Served as the Treasurer for the programme titled 'Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry', funded by the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB). Presented the paper titled 'Dentist’s Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice regarding Informed Consent in Dental Photography – A Cross-sectional Study' at the VIDYEN Conference in October 2024 and won the Second Prize. Contributed as a member of the Souvenir Committee in the Organizing Committee for the ICD Conference held on 22nd and 23rd February 2025, organized by SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital.
6		Made GRRF RECORD for coordinating the ‘FREE DENTAL SCREENING SCALING CAMP for 600 pts on 28 july, 2023 Achieved an award for Conducted screening and treatment camps in ROOTS INDUSTRIES OF VARIOUS BRANCH, Coimbatore Dt Achieved an award for organised and conducting a FREE DENTAL CAMP AND TREATMENT in Theni DT Organised WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY AWARNESS RALLY for general public on March 20, 2023 Organised and guided camp in CENTRAL PRISON JAIL,Coimbatore Dt Made achivement by conducting WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY AWARNESS RALLY for general public on May 31,2023

Department Activities and Achievements

Organized a seminar on Practice Management titled 'Establishing and Maintaining a Dental Office' on 17th April 2024.
Organized SERB Funded Workshop on Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry on 9th August 2024 and 10th August 2024.
Organized an Inter-Collaborative Lecture Series on CSM on November 26, 2024, focusing on Research Methodology, with a session titled 'Basic Steps in Developing a Questionnaire,' followed by a hands-on demonstration on data collection using the KOBO Toolbox.

COLLABORATIONS

Rural Health Centre Mamandur Located At 25kms from SRM Kattankulathur Dental College
Urban Health Centre Maraimalainagar Located 4.6kms from SRM Kattankulathur Dental College
Dedicated Dental OP SRM Hospital Within the Hospital to provide Comprehensive care under one roof
Little Flock Collaboration with NGO
Malaipattu Dental unit Collaboration with NGO