Paediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the oral health of infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special health care needs. The department provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic dental services tailored to the unique needs of young patients.
The department emphasizes “A child is not a small adult” recognizing that children require specialized care, communication, and empathy to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Introduction
Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the oral health of infants, children and adolescents, including children with special health care needs.
The Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry provides preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic dental services tailored to the unique needs of young patients.
The department follows the principle “A child is not a small adult”, recognizing that children require specialized care, appropriate communication and empathy to create a positive dental experience and promote a lifetime of healthy smiles.
The department focuses not only on treating existing dental conditions but also on preventing oral diseases and promoting good oral health from an early age.


SCOPE OF SREVICES
Preventive Dentistry
- Oral hygiene instruction and dietary counseling
- Fluoride application and pit-and-fissure sealants
- Regular check-ups and dental cleanings
Restorative Dentistry
- Management of dental caries with fillings, crowns, or pulp therapy
- Aesthetic restorations for primary and young permanent teeth
Interceptive Orthodontics
- Early detection and management of malocclusion
- Space maintainers and habit-breaking appliances
Management of Dental Trauma
Treatment of fractured, avulsed, or luxated teeth in children
Special Health Care Needs
Tailored dental care for children with physical, developmental, or medical conditions
Sedation and Behavior Management
- Non-pharmacological techniques (tell-show-do, positive reinforcement)
- Pharmacological management (sedation, general anesthesia when necessary)
NFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES
- Aesthetically appealing and child friendly department
- Spread out through spacious 13,500.91 sq.ft area
- Exclusive UG and PG sections.
- Department equipped with state-of-art equipments including 25 dental chairs in PG & 20 in UG sections.
- Conscious sedation unit for effective and efficient treatment.
- Admission capacity of 6 post graduate student

List of Faculty Members

Dr. Preetam Shah
Professor and HOD

Dr. Laxmi Lakade
Professor
Dr. Shweta Chaudhary
Associate Professor

Dr. Shweta Jajoo
Associate Professor

Dr. Chetana Jagtap
Associate Professor

Dr. Krishna Patil
Assistant Professor

Dr. Smita Patil
Assistant Professor

Dr. Rucha Dawalbhakta
Assistant Professor

Dr. Gandhali Joshi
Assistant Professor