Thai Moogambigai Dental College and Hospital
Constituent Unit of
Dr.M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
(Deemed to be University with Graded Autonomy Status)
An ISO 21001 : 2018 Certified Institution. Accredited by NAAC with 'A+' Grade
NAAC Certificate
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Pedodontics

Department of Pedodontics, here we deal with diagnosis, prevention and management of both deciduous and permanent teeth including associated structures of children. Also, special category of patients who are dependent on care takers for their day to day living and those with special health care needs or handicapped children are treated on priority basis.

As per the DCI norms, Department is well equipped with equipment and materials for the dental treatment. Departmental operatory is colorful, vibrant and child friendly with cheerful play area. Also, department is conducting regular school dental health programs including awarenesss and regular dental check up camps providing preventive & therapeutic oral health care needs.

Department regularly conducts Basic Life Support Programme (BLS), MOU based programme (per year- 5 Workshops) to gain knowledge on how to manage emergency conditions for both adults and childrens in various set-ups.

Research Thrust Areas

  1. Audio analgesia – As a tool for distraction in a child with pain ,fear and anxiety- IN VIVO STUDY.
  2. Different Obturation techniques and materials to estimate the optimal fill and efficacy of Root canal filling materials in children-IN VIVO STUDY.

Total Number of Publications - 70

Highest Impact Factor Publication: Dr. JOYSON MOSES (HOD) MDS., PGDHM., Journal of Dental Research - 5.125 Impact factor.


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Dr. Joyson Moses

M.D.S

Professor & HOD