Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry is an age-defined specialty dedicated to providing comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs. The department focuses on preventive and therapeutic dental care, behavior guidance, and growth supervision, ensuring a child-friendly environment. With an emphasis on clinical excellence and modern technology—including the VDW Silver Rotary Endodontic system, Xact Radiovisiograph, and advanced Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Sedation—the department delivers safe, effective, and specialized pediatric care while training students to become globally competent professionals.

Academic Excellence

Clinical Services

Supervision of oro-facial growth and caries prevention

Sedation and pharmacological management

Interceptive orthodontics and restorative dentistry

Pulpal procedures and trauma management

Postgraduate Training

In-depth training in child psychology and growth & development

Management of oro-facial trauma

Sedation and general anesthesia techniques

Clinical training in advanced pediatric dental procedures

Clinical Services

Supervision of oro-facial growth and caries prevention

Sedation and pharmacological management

Interceptive orthodontics and restorative dentistry

Pulpal procedures and trauma management

Postgraduate Training

In-depth training in child psychology and growth & development

Management of oro-facial trauma

Sedation and general anesthesia techniques

Clinical training in advanced pediatric dental procedures

Event

Basic Life Support in Dentistry

Dec | 2024

HCLS organized with
Jeevarakshak

2022

Faculty Development
Programme

19 Feb | 2020

Basic Life Support in Dentistry

Nov | 2023

Implants in Pediatric
Dentistry

8 Jan | 2022

Faculty Development
Programme

5-6 Mar | 2019

Conscious Sedation in Pediatric Dentistry

10 Nov | 2023

Sedation Practices in Dentistry

16, 17 & 23 Mar | 2021

Basic Life Support organized
with Jeevarakshak

2019

Implants in Pediatric
Dentistry

Mar | 2023

Basic Life Support organized with Jeevarakshak

24-26 Mar | 2021

Basic Life Support Workshop

3-5 Nov | 2020

Basic Life Support organized
with Jeevarakshak

2022

Basic Life Support organized with Jeevarakshak

3-5 Nov | 2020

Event

Basic Life Support in Dentistry

Dec | 2024

HCLS organized with
Jeevarakshak

2022

Faculty Development
Programme

19 Feb | 2020

Basic Life Support in Dentistry

Nov | 2023

Implants in Pediatric
Dentistry

8 Jan | 2022

Faculty Development
Programme

5-6 Mar | 2019

Conscious Sedation in Pediatric Dentistry

10 Nov | 2023

Sedation Practices in Dentistry

16, 17 & 23 Mar | 2021

Basic Life Support organized
with Jeevarakshak

2019

Implants in Pediatric
Dentistry

Mar | 2023

Basic Life Support organized with Jeevarakshak

24-26 Mar | 2021

Basic Life Support Workshop

3-5 Nov | 2020

Basic Life Support organized
with Jeevarakshak

2022

Basic Life Support organized with Jeevarakshak

3-5 Nov | 2020

Achievements

2024

Dr Akshatha,Dr Shashwath, Dr Saranraj-Best Poster Presentation at the 45th ISPPD annual conference
Dr Akshatha-3rd prize in CECCRe 5.0 Kahoot quiz

2021

Dr Shanthala B.M- DISTINGUISHED WOMEN AWARD FROM ISPPD

2020

Dr Millind Rajan – RGUHS Ideathon Covid 19 challenge-Vulnerable population
Dr Malvika PG – 1st runner up Paper presentation-Pedovention, national ISPPD conference

2018

Dr Srihari N C – Best Paper Award-39th annual conference ISPPD
Dr Henna P – 3rd runner up in poster- 10th 3M postgraduate symphosium.
Dr Hira, Dr Henna and Dr Vidya- Consolation prize-2nd Malaysian Conference, UiTM, Mara, Malaysia

2017

Dr Minu Suresh, Dr Shubham Shekhar, Dr Safeena-3rd prize table clinic competition-Disability we care, at Universiti Teknologi MARA

Publications

An invitro comparative evaluation of remaining dentin thickness, canal transporatation and obturation efficiency of Hand K file, Denmark Z pedo Rotary file, Kedo S Plus and Self adjusting file using cone beam computed tomography- original research,2025

Er : YAG Laser caries excavation in primary teeth and morphological evaluation of excavated surface, an invitro study- original research,2025

Nutritional assessment of differently abled children of Kodagu based on an sustainable dietary recommendation; an in vivo study- original research,2025
Comparative evaluation of cytotoxicity and cell proliferation of calcium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide nanoparticles, Bio C Temp and Nisin intracanal medicament on fibroblast cell line- original research,2024

Assessment of behavioural changes of children posted under sedation techniques for dental procedure- original research,2024

Comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of lase assisted canal irrigants coupled with CHX,Qmix and coffee- original research,2024
Randomized clinical trial of oral probiotic streptococcus salivarius M18ON salivary streptococcus mutans in preprimary children- original research,2023

Gunther's Disease:Esthetic Management of Erythrodontiawith 1-year Follow up- original research,2023

Comparative Evaluation of Compressive Strength of Selfcure, Dual-cure, and Light-cure Glass Ionomer Cements in a Simulated Oral Environment: An In Vitro Study- original research,2023

Quantitative analysis of remineralization of artificial carious lesions with commercially available toothpastes using EDAX: An in vitro study- original research,2023

Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial activity of herbal and nonherbal root canal irrigants on Enterococcus faecalis – An in vitro study-original research,2023

Assessment of child’s perception towards dentist’s attire in the post pandemic dental environment- original research,2023

Assessment of oral hygiene status and brushing practices among institutionalized speech and hearing impaired children at South Coorg- original research,2023

Comparative evaluation of microleakage in Cention N, GIC type II and GIC type IX – An in-vitro study- original research,2023
Non flouride remineralizing agent for caries prevention in children agent for caries prevention in children: a systematic review and meta analysis ,2020

Nutritional Status of Differently abled children in Coorg district Karnataka-An original study,2022

Comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of Chlorhexidine and 810nm diode laser in the disinfection of root canals contaminated with enterococcus faecalis- an invitro study-original research,2022

Chemical changes in root canal dentition of primary teeth after endodontic irrigation : a scanning electron microscopic and energy dispersive X-ray analysis -original research,2022

Effect of oil pulling on pH, Buffering capacity and total antioxidant capacity of children: A randomized control study -original research,2022

Nutritional consideration for differently abled children from Coorg, Karnataka- original research,2022

Comparative evaluation of nickel release from Stainless steel crown in different techniques of trimming: An in vitro study-original research,2022

Cytotoxic effects of storage medias on mesenchymal cells and fibroblasts: An in vitro study-original research,2022

Comparative evaluation of apical extrusion of debris using hand and rotary assisted instrumentation in primary single rooted teeth – an in vitro study-original research,2022
Comparative evaluation of change in root canal shape and area in primary molars using Protaper and K3 rotary systems : in vitro study- original research,2021

Relative position of mandibular foramen in 4-9 year old children: A retrospective study- original research,2021

Child preferences for the dentst attire and dental health care setting: A cross sectional study- original research,2021

Comparison of antimicrobial effect of various oils mixed with zinc oxide – An ex vivo – in vitro study- original research,2021

Caries prevalence and associated risk factors in school children at Kannur in Kerala, India: A cross sectional survey- original research,2021

Reliability of One Ceph software in cephalometric tracing:A comparative study- original research,2021

Comparison of volumetric changes in primary molar root canals by 4 different file systems: A cone beam computed tomography study- original research,2021

Retention of Candida species on plastic & bamboo tooth brushes: A comparative study- original research,2021

Perception & efficacy of Oral rinsing with two types of coconut oil: A comparative study- original research,2021

Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) as pulp dressing agent in deciduous molars- original research,2021

Clinical Application of platelet rich fibrin in pediatric dentistry- original research,2021

Rare case report of gemination and talon cusp on permanent maxillary central incisors- case report,2021
Local anaesthesia in pediatric dentistry—An overview- review,2020

Dental Home-An Imperative Practice Elapsed

COVID-19: Practice Recommendation for Pediatric Dentist

Child abuse and neglect: understanding the role of a Pediatric dentist

Evaluation of dental fear and anxiety in children aged between 6 to 14 years- original research,2020

Fracture resistance of reattached hydrated fragment of fractured incisors- original research,2020

Comparative solutions evaluation of antibacterial activity of probiotics SK12 and SM18: An in vitro study- original research,2020

An In vitro evaluation of milk based, soya based, and amino acid based infant formulas on Streptococcus mutants biofilm formation- original research,2020
An innovative space reagainer Bonded Helical Retractor in space management- case report,2019

Pre-Treated Post Placement in Primary Maxilary Incisors- case report,2019

Effectiveness of silver Diamine Fluoride vs Sodium fluoride and Acidulated phosphate fluoride in caries prevention of primary teeth- review, 2019

Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy of Chemomechanical Caries Removal Agent Containing Papain Gel with Conventional Hand Instrument Method in Removal of Dentinal Caries in Deciduous Molar Teeth: An In Vitro Study- original research,2019

The effects of audio-visual distraction techniques on dental treatment anxiety during local anaesthetic procedures in children- original research,2019

Pre-Treated Post Placement in Primary Maxilary Incisors-A Case Report,2019

An innovative space reagainer Bonded Helical Retractor in space management: A case report,2019
Ethinomedicine Plant Based Product in Caries Management – original research,2018

Dental Caries and Co-Relation with Sugar Intake in 12-Year-Old School Children Coorg, India – original research,2018
Evaluation of C-Reactive Protein and Fibrinogen in Patients with Chronic and Aggressive Periodontitis: A Clinico-Biochemical Study- original research,2017

A comparative study on scannability, dimensional stability of CAD bite material with two other IPS contrast sprayed elastomeric bite registration materials- original research ,2017

Early orthodontic interception of anterior crossbite in mixed dentition- original research,2017

Antioxidant capacity of saliva: effect on onset and progression of dental caries- original research,2017

Current uses of diode lasers in Dentistry - original research,2017

In vitro evaluation of resin infiltrant penetration into white spot lesion of deciduous molar- original research,2017

Research

Photochemical studies on propolis

Laser-applied fluoride therapy

Interceptive orthodontics

Newer treatment modalities in special needs children
Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Careta Arborea Roxb : An In Vitro Study

Comparative evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of silver diamine fluoride and omega-3 fate acid against streptococcus mutans: an in vitro pilot study

Irrigation using desmocare , chlorhexidine sodium hyphochloride to enhance primary root canal outcomes .an in vitro study

Achievements

2024

Dr Akshatha,Dr Shashwath, Dr Saranraj-Best Poster Presentation at the 45th ISPPD annual conference
Dr Akshatha-3rd prize in CECCRe 5.0 Kahoot quiz

2021

Dr Shanthala B.M- DISTINGUISHED WOMEN AWARD FROM ISPPD

2020

Dr Millind Rajan – RGUHS Ideathon Covid 19 challenge-Vulnerable population
Dr Malvika PG – 1st runner up Paper presentation-Pedovention, national ISPPD conference

2018

Dr Srihari N C – Best Paper Award-39th annual conference ISPPD
Dr Henna P – 3rd runner up in poster- 10th 3M postgraduate symphosium.
Dr Hira, Dr Henna and Dr Vidya- Consolation prize-2nd Malaysian Conference, UiTM, Mara, Malaysia

2017

Dr Minu Suresh, Dr Shubham Shekhar, Dr Safeena-3rd prize table clinic competition-Disability we care, at Universiti Teknologi MARA

Publications

An invitro comparative evaluation of remaining dentin thickness, canal transporatation and obturation efficiency of Hand K file, Denmark Z pedo Rotary file, Kedo S Plus and Self adjusting file using cone beam computed tomography- original research,2025

Er : YAG Laser caries excavation in primary teeth and morphological evaluation of excavated surface, an invitro study- original research,2025

Nutritional assessment of differently abled children of Kodagu based on an sustainable dietary recommendation; an in vivo study- original research,2025
Comparative evaluation of cytotoxicity and cell proliferation of calcium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide nanoparticles, Bio C Temp and Nisin intracanal medicament on fibroblast cell line- original research,2024

Assessment of behavioural changes of children posted under sedation techniques for dental procedure- original research,2024

Comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of lase assisted canal irrigants coupled with CHX,Qmix and coffee- original research,2024
Randomized clinical trial of oral probiotic streptococcus salivarius M18ON salivary streptococcus mutans in preprimary children- original research,2023

Gunther's Disease:Esthetic Management of Erythrodontiawith 1-year Follow up- original research,2023

Comparative Evaluation of Compressive Strength of Selfcure, Dual-cure, and Light-cure Glass Ionomer Cements in a Simulated Oral Environment: An In Vitro Study- original research,2023

Quantitative analysis of remineralization of artificial carious lesions with commercially available toothpastes using EDAX: An in vitro study- original research,2023

Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial activity of herbal and nonherbal root canal irrigants on Enterococcus faecalis – An in vitro study-original research,2023

Assessment of child’s perception towards dentist’s attire in the post pandemic dental environment- original research,2023

Assessment of oral hygiene status and brushing practices among institutionalized speech and hearing impaired children at South Coorg- original research,2023

Comparative evaluation of microleakage in Cention N, GIC type II and GIC type IX – An in-vitro study- original research,2023
Non flouride remineralizing agent for caries prevention in children agent for caries prevention in children: a systematic review and meta analysis ,2020

Nutritional Status of Differently abled children in Coorg district Karnataka-An original study,2022

Comparative evaluation of the antibacterial efficacy of Chlorhexidine and 810nm diode laser in the disinfection of root canals contaminated with enterococcus faecalis- an invitro study-original research,2022

Chemical changes in root canal dentition of primary teeth after endodontic irrigation : a scanning electron microscopic and energy dispersive X-ray analysis -original research,2022

Effect of oil pulling on pH, Buffering capacity and total antioxidant capacity of children: A randomized control study -original research,2022

Nutritional consideration for differently abled children from Coorg, Karnataka- original research,2022

Comparative evaluation of nickel release from Stainless steel crown in different techniques of trimming: An in vitro study-original research,2022

Cytotoxic effects of storage medias on mesenchymal cells and fibroblasts: An in vitro study-original research,2022

Comparative evaluation of apical extrusion of debris using hand and rotary assisted instrumentation in primary single rooted teeth – an in vitro study-original research,2022
Comparative evaluation of change in root canal shape and area in primary molars using Protaper and K3 rotary systems : in vitro study- original research,2021

Relative position of mandibular foramen in 4-9 year old children: A retrospective study- original research,2021

Child preferences for the dentst attire and dental health care setting: A cross sectional study- original research,2021

Comparison of antimicrobial effect of various oils mixed with zinc oxide – An ex vivo – in vitro study- original research,2021

Caries prevalence and associated risk factors in school children at Kannur in Kerala, India: A cross sectional survey- original research,2021

Reliability of One Ceph software in cephalometric tracing:A comparative study- original research,2021

Comparison of volumetric changes in primary molar root canals by 4 different file systems: A cone beam computed tomography study- original research,2021

Retention of Candida species on plastic & bamboo tooth brushes: A comparative study- original research,2021

Perception & efficacy of Oral rinsing with two types of coconut oil: A comparative study- original research,2021

Mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) as pulp dressing agent in deciduous molars- original research,2021

Clinical Application of platelet rich fibrin in pediatric dentistry- original research,2021

Rare case report of gemination and talon cusp on permanent maxillary central incisors- case report,2021
Local anaesthesia in pediatric dentistry—An overview- review,2020

Dental Home-An Imperative Practice Elapsed

COVID-19: Practice Recommendation for Pediatric Dentist

Child abuse and neglect: understanding the role of a Pediatric dentist

Evaluation of dental fear and anxiety in children aged between 6 to 14 years- original research,2020

Fracture resistance of reattached hydrated fragment of fractured incisors- original research,2020

Comparative solutions evaluation of antibacterial activity of probiotics SK12 and SM18: An in vitro study- original research,2020

An In vitro evaluation of milk based, soya based, and amino acid based infant formulas on Streptococcus mutants biofilm formation- original research,2020
An innovative space reagainer Bonded Helical Retractor in space management- case report,2019

Pre-Treated Post Placement in Primary Maxilary Incisors- case report,2019

Effectiveness of silver Diamine Fluoride vs Sodium fluoride and Acidulated phosphate fluoride in caries prevention of primary teeth- review, 2019

Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy of Chemomechanical Caries Removal Agent Containing Papain Gel with Conventional Hand Instrument Method in Removal of Dentinal Caries in Deciduous Molar Teeth: An In Vitro Study- original research,2019

The effects of audio-visual distraction techniques on dental treatment anxiety during local anaesthetic procedures in children- original research,2019

Pre-Treated Post Placement in Primary Maxilary Incisors-A Case Report,2019

An innovative space reagainer Bonded Helical Retractor in space management: A case report,2019
Ethinomedicine Plant Based Product in Caries Management – original research,2018

Dental Caries and Co-Relation with Sugar Intake in 12-Year-Old School Children Coorg, India – original research,2018
Evaluation of C-Reactive Protein and Fibrinogen in Patients with Chronic and Aggressive Periodontitis: A Clinico-Biochemical Study- original research,2017

A comparative study on scannability, dimensional stability of CAD bite material with two other IPS contrast sprayed elastomeric bite registration materials- original research ,2017

Early orthodontic interception of anterior crossbite in mixed dentition- original research,2017

Antioxidant capacity of saliva: effect on onset and progression of dental caries- original research,2017

Current uses of diode lasers in Dentistry - original research,2017

In vitro evaluation of resin infiltrant penetration into white spot lesion of deciduous molar- original research,2017

Research

Photochemical studies on propolis

Laser-applied fluoride therapy

Interceptive orthodontics

Newer treatment modalities in special needs children
Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Careta Arborea Roxb : An In Vitro Study

Comparative evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of silver diamine fluoride and omega-3 fate acid against streptococcus mutans: an in vitro pilot study

Irrigation using desmocare , chlorhexidine sodium hyphochloride to enhance primary root canal outcomes .an in vitro study