- Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry

Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry Department

 The Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry Department consists of 12 faculty members, including specialists with Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in pediatric and preventive dentistry. Previously linked with the Orthodontics Department, it became an independent department in 2024, allowing for a more specialized approach to education, research, and patient care.

Vision

 To be a leading department in pediatric and preventive dentistry, providing high-quality education, innovative research, and comprehensive patient care to improve children’s oral health and community well-being.

Mission

• To educate and train future dentists in pediatric and preventive dentistry.
• To emphasize early detection and prevention of dental diseases in children.
• To engage in community-based programs for better oral health awareness.
• To conduct research that advances knowledge and improves clinical outcomes.
• To foster professional development and lifelong learning among students and faculty.

Objectives

• Provide students with strong theoretical and clinical training in pediatric and preventive dentistry.
• Develop skills in early diagnosis, prevention, and management of oral diseases in children.
• Promote research in pediatric and preventive dentistry to enhance patient care.
• Engage students in public health initiatives to raise awareness of oral health.
• Support postgraduate education and continuous professional development.

Academic and Clinical Activities

 The department is actively involved in teaching, clinical training, and research. Faculty members, holding Master’s and Ph.D. degrees, ensure high-quality education through lectures, seminars, and hands-on clinical sessions. The department also supervises postgraduate programs, preparing future specialists and researchers in the field.

Community Engagement and School Programs

 A key aspect of the department’s mission is its structured school programs, where students actively engage with the community. They visit schools to examine children’s oral health, provide preventive care, and educate students on proper dental hygiene. These outreach activities help improve public awareness and allow students to gain valuable real-world experience in preventive dentistry.

Since becoming an independent department in 2024, the Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry Department has been committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community service, shaping skilled professionals dedicated to improving children’s oral health.