Orthodontics- DAMON

The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Saveetha Dental College in association with ORMCO, organized a 2 day CDE programme on the Damon System on the  14th and 15th December 2017. 

The course was conducted by Dr.C.S.Ramachandra, Principal and Head of department, Department of Orthodontics, AECS Maaruti Dental College, Bangalore. The course was attended by 45 participants that included post graduates and faculties from various colleges.

The programme was carefully structured to include the recent improvements in the Damon System with the help of Lectures, Case Discussions and Live Video demonstration of the bonding procedures for the cases discussed. The first day included lectures on the principle, workings of the Damon system and the availability of the different torque options. This was followed by display and detailed explanation of the mechanotherapy used in the cases treated by the course mentor using the Damon System.

The first half of the second day included case discussion and treatment planning for various cases in the department. This was later followed by live video demonstration of the bonding process using the Damon system in the cases that had been discussed earlier.

 The main take away of the course was the decision making process in identifying cases that require with brackets with increased torque. The Programme received positive reviews from the participants of the course. 

Edify- Department of Microbiology

Department of Microbiology presented their 4th edify on 21/12/2017. They presented 2 educational videos. One on dengue and its prevention and the other on the pathogenesis of anaphylaxis.

They also presented their department video which highlighted their department achievements like result, research projects, consultancy services , CDE programmes conducted, achieved and participated along with various awards won.

Edify- Department of General Pathology

Department of General Pathology presented their  4th Edify meet on 7.12.17. We presented our department activities as a video includes

1. Innovative material based classroom activities ,
   1. chart works using colors 
   2. slime gel.
2. Research works ,
   1. star summit  (60 posters and 6 best research awards)
   2. 16 ongoing projects 
3. Choice Based Credit Courses for Postgraduates on Autoimmunity,
   1. In-house activities 
   2. Guest lecture by Dr. Sriram , M.D, D.M  Rheumatology
   3. Field visit to Rheumatology Department, Madras Medical College
4. Conferences and CME:
   1. International conference on Breast Pathology, Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai.
   2. Mélange of Non neoplastic lesions, PSG Coimbatore.
   3. IADR, Saveetha Dental COllege.
5. Achievements 
   1. Award for High score among all the second year subjects
   2. Award for University rank 8 in Founder’s day.

 Next to that video we showed 2 innovative teaching videos on SPICULATED RBCS and HALLMARKS OF CANCER. 

Spiculated RBCs video was prepared by using 3D animation &Video edit.

For Hallmarks of Cancer Video we used Brushes app with cartoon art and X mirage airplay.

Both the videos were appreciated well.

Thus the Edify cycle 4 of General Pathology department was over by thanking all the well wishers.

EASY TO SHAPE KIDS II

Easy to shape kids, A CDE programme was conducted by the Department of Pediatric and preventive Dentistry Saveetha Dental college. The CDE programme was attended by50 participants which included pediatric dentist and general dentist. Two lectures were given was delivered by Dr. Ganesh Jeevanandan and Dr. Madhusudhan. One lecture was on the root canal morphology of primary teeth and another on Rotary files in primary teeth.  The lecture was helpful for the pediatric dentist and general dentist to understand the morphology of primary teeth and the use of rotary files in primary teeth. There was an active interaction between the participants and mentors which resulted in positive feedback from the participant. 

11th INTERNATIONAL BDS STUDENTS SEMINAR ON BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

11th INTERNATIONAL BDS STUDENTS SEMINAR ON BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES was organized by all the Basic Medical Science Departments as a joint effort to bring a confluence of knowledge of First and Second Year B.D.S., students in a Scientific forum. It was held on 9th December 2017 at Saveetha Dental College Totally around 470 students participated and presented paper and e-posters in all the 6 basic sciences departments. A scientific quiz was conducted in the evening. Best paper and poster awards for all the sessions was given away in the valedictory function. Priyadarshini dental college bagged the overall best college award.

Easy to shape kids 1

Easy to shape kids, A hands on course was conducted by the Department of Pediatric and preventive Dentistry Saveetha Dental college. The hand on course was attended by 25 participants which included pediatric dentist and general dentist. The hands on course was conducted in a 3D model were In step by step demonstration from access opening to obturation was given by Dr. Ganesh Jeevanandan. The participants were then given individual 3D model, where they performed pulpectomy steps. The major focus was the cleaning and shaping step, the participants were given rotary files to prepare the stimulated canals. The hands on course also included live demonstration of pulpectomy procedure using rotary files in primary teeth.

30th Founders Day Celebration.

A moment of pride, honour, respect and emotions. What more to say. An overwhelmed joy in the faces of the leader and the disciples as we call ourselves proudly,the Saveethanian effect was running in everybody's soul and the auditorium was vibrant with the heat produced. 

5 lifetime achievement awards, 1 young achiever award, student scholarship for toppers worth 1 crore, award for publications worth another crore what else can an university do to motivate and uplift our students and faculty.

Every institution under the University had an A-V to showcase their achievement for the academic year 2016-2017. The icing was the video on the Journey of our honourable Chancellor as an educationist.

Edify- Department of Anatomy

Wow! its so refreshing to have an edify after almost 4 weeks. Department of Anatomy rocked as usual. They presented two teaching videos and it was really illustrative. Their in class activity was highly interactive and it cannot mislead anybodies understanding. Dr. Yuvraj Babu received punctuality award and Dr. Karthik Ganesh received workaholic award. They concluded their event with their future plans.

Annual Award Ceremony - Insignia 2017

Insignia, a distinguished recognition given by an organisation. Here we go with 270 awards for students and faculty Saveetha Dental College. An once in a year event and  the most awaited event, ANNUAL AWARD CEREMONY- INSIGNIA 2017.  

What more can be done by an institution to encourage , motivate and celebrate their  students and faculty. Rome was not build in a day and this day is not for this single day again. This institution has proved it again how it values its own people.

Award were given to students across all the years of under graduation,  post graduation, dental technicians , faculties and non teaching staffs. Cultural performance by each batch of students proved their multifaceted personality. The ceremony came to an end with a gala dinner.

Pedodontics for general Practitioners

The first edition of SHARP- Saveetha’s Headway on Advanced Revision in Paediatric Dentistry was conducted by the Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry. It's a national CDE program for general practitioners. Dr.Hemalatha, Professor and Head of Department of Pedodontics, SRM Dental College, Ramapuram, presided over the function. The program started with the lighting of kuthuvilakkuby the Dean, Dr.N.D.Jayakumar and the chief guest. Dr. Deepa Gurunathan, delivered the welcome address and Dr.EMG.Subramanian the vote of thanks.

Dr.Aruna Mohan B.D.S, M.Dent.Sc gave a lecture on Interceptive Orthodontics. She highlighted on the importance of treating children with malocclusion at right age. Next lecture, Localisation of Supernumerary Teeth by Dr.Srikanthkumar Mallineni B.D.S, M.D.S (Hong Kong) described the various modalities of locating and removal of supernumerary teeth. Dr.Victor Samuel, Reader, SRM Kaatangulathur Dental College spoke about the importance of treating very young children under general anaesthesia. Protocols to be followed and different centres with theater setups were also discussed. Dr.Shankar, Reader from Meenakshi Ammal Dental College and Dr.Veera Kishorekumar Reddy gave a detailed insight about Traumatic Injuries and Rotary Endodontics respectively.

E-poster competition was conducted and students from various colleges including one from Andhra Pradesh actively participated and presented. Awards for the winners were given away by the Director of Academics, Saveetha Dental College in the Valedictory function at 4pm.

3D’s Diagnose/Design/Develop

The Department of orthodontics & Cleft & craniofacial institute had organized a one-day CDE program on 3D imaging, its recent advances & its application in Craniofacial region. The CDE program had 5 guest lectures from eminent speakers from various specialties including an international speaker Prof Dr Peter Mossey. 

The program started with the Inauguration ceremony which was presided over by Our Dean Prof Dr N.D. Jayakumar, Prof Dr Shanthasundari (HOD of Dept Of Orthodontics), Prof Dr Muthusekar (HOD of Oral Surgery) with Prof Dr Peter Mossey as our Guest of Honour. Prof Dr Shanthasundari gave the welcome address, then the guest of honour Prof Dr Peter Mossey addressed the gathering & gave a brief speech. Dr Arvind Sivakumar from the Cleft & Craniofacial Institute delivered vote of thanks. Finally the inauguration ended with our national anthem. 

Dr Mogit Gupta gave an informative lecture on “The W factor in 3D imaging of craniofacial deformities”. Prof Dr Peter Mossey shared his experience in “The role & development of 3D imaging in Craniofacial Research”. Prof Dr Deepa gave an interesting lecture on “Reveal the defect with 3D imaging”. Prof Dr Vikraman shared his vast experience with “3D simulation in Craniofacial Surgery. Post Lunch Dr John Nesan showed us some insight into the latest & advanced “Applications of 3D printing in Craniofacial region”.

The program was well attended by various faculties from different specialities including, Orthodontists, Oral & maxillofacial surgeons, Pedodontists & Oral medicine & Radiology post graduates & faculties.  

SNELSCON- A Conference on Medical Emergencies

Saveetha National Emergency Life Support Conference ,2017, was conducted on oct 5th and 6th. The registration number was restricted to 250 delegates to ensure a quality training to all who registered.15 speakers from the medical and dental fraternity gave lectures and shared their knowledge and experience with the delegates. The two day program included intensive lectures and 20 hands on station.The hands-on station covered a range of emergency procedures like CPR, IV line, Central venous access, use of defibrillator, emergency drugs,surgical airway,etc. Each station had 15 participants which enabledindividual hands-on participation rather than just observing the procedures.The stations were handled by qualified medical trainers.After the hands-on, the delegates also participated in a CPR challenge and the winner was awarded. There was also an e-poster competition where the posters were judged and the best poster was awarded. The feedback from all attendees confirm that the event was a grand success and the delegates had a productive experience.

Ayutha Pooja Celebration

Ayudha Pooja is an integral part of the Navaratri festival (festival of triumph), a festival which is traditionally celebrated in India. It is also called "Astra Puja", the synonym for Ayudha Puja. In simple terms, it means “Worship of Instruments”. The Puja is considered a meaningful custom, which focuses specific attention to one’s profession and its related tools and connotes that a divine force is working behind it to perform well and for getting the proper reward.

To inculcate tradition and emphasise the importance of Ayusha Pooja, an elaborate pooja is organised every year in our college.

Welcome Party:SU-Swagat: Awareness Workshop on Gender Sensitivity & Sexual Harassment

Su-Swagat, is a welcome party to the new students. Its an event where there get to interact with there immediate seniors and super seniors. Students are divided into groups. Each group has few students from there seniors and super seniors. This helps students to have a healthy relationship and avoid ragging. As already known ours is a anti-ragging campus and this introduction among students help them be friendly with each other. It runs for two days and students have lot of games, debates and group activity. This also helps them in learning their subjects better as they won't have any hesitation to ask and discuss with their seniors.

An awareness on gender sensitivity, harrassement and anti ragging was given to the students.

White coat Ceremony

White is a symbol of purity and equality. “White Coat Ceremony” is a special day for all medical professionals. It started with a brief on how the system runs by Dr. Mimansa Bhoj. Followed by that spoke honourable Founder, Chancellor Dr.N.M. Veeraiyan, Saveetha University spoke on how responsible they should be as doctors. The guest of honour today was Dr.C.S.Prasad, a renowned practitioner, academician and researcher. Professor of Periodontics, Former Principal Government Dental College, Chennai and Sri Ramachandra Dental College gave an inspirational speech to the students.He showers his love on students and humane towards his patients. Sir, has really touched many lives today. Then spoke the Dynamic Director of academics who motivated the students to work hard. Then white coats were distributed to the students and advisor. Dr. Rajagopal administered the hippocratic oath to the students. Dean Dr. N.D.Jayakumar gave the vote of thanks. The event came to an end with National anthem and refreshments for the students and the parents. 

The icing of the day is Dr.C.S.Prasad joined us as an adjunct faculty.

Full Mouth Rehabilitation under General Anaesthesia: 39th ISPPD Preconference Course

In association with 39th ISPPD Conference- Pedosphere held in Chennai, Department of Pedodontics,Saveetha Dental College waselected to conduct a pre- conference course on “Full Mouth Rehabilitation under General Anaesthesia(GA)” by Dr.Deepa Gurunathan and Dr. Navaneetha Krishnan.  Twenty one delegates from across the country actively participated in the first ever hands on workshop on full mouth rehabilitation under general anaesthesia. Thenumber of participants was limited to just over 20 so as to have zenith contemplationand practical experience which was greatly appreciated by the participants. Interactive lectures were delivered by the team covering the various aspects including need for general anaesthesia,anaesthetic procedures and their complications. A simulation of the Saveetha Dental College’s operation theatre complex and the protocol to be followedwas shown to the delegates via a video before entering the theatre,which made them to feel at ease. Four children were taken up for full mouth rehabilitation under general anaesthesia on a single day .Theattendees were divided into 4 small groups to have the best hands on training in the procedures. At the end of the course,all delegates irrespective of their seniority and their previous experience were overwhelminglysatisfied with the clinical knowledge and confidence gained in the pre conference course to treat children under GA .In addition this course has been rated as the best preconfernce course of the 39 th ISPPD conference