DEPARMENT OF ORAL MEDICINE AND RADIOLOGY
"Mouth is the mirror of the body"; most diseases reflect in the oral cavity with various presentations. This department sits at the interface between dentistry and medicine and trains the novice dental student about oral healthcare of patients with chronic, recurrent and medically related disorders of the oral and maxillofacial region with their diagnosis and non-surgical management. Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology is the speciality of dentistry and discipline of radiology concerned with the production and interpretation of images and data produced by all modalities of radiant energy that are used for the diagnosis and management of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral and maxillofacial region.
Dr. Ranjeeta Mehta
Professor & Head of Department
Dr. Ranjeeta Mehta earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) degrees from the College of Dental Sciences, Davanagere, Karnataka.Â
She is a distinguished Fellow in Forensic Odontology, having been conferred dual Fellowships by SDM College, Dharwad, and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS), New Delhi, under the esteemed aegis of the Indian Board of Forensic Odontology (IBFO). Her proficiency further encompasses the field of Oral Implantology, substantiated by a prestigious Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI).
Her clinical acumen is further enhanced by specialized certifications in Laser Dentistry, awarded by the International College for Light Medicine & Laser Therapy, Germany; Palliative Care, conferred by the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC); and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), obtained from People’s University. Her
Dr. Ranjeeta Mehta earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) degrees from the College of Dental Sciences, Davanagere, Karnataka.Â
She is a distinguished Fellow in Forensic Odontology, having been conferred dual Fellowships by SDM College, Dharwad, and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS), New Delhi, under the esteemed aegis of the Indian Board of Forensic Odontology (IBFO). Her proficiency further encompasses the field of Oral Implantology, substantiated by a prestigious Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI).
Her clinical acumen is further enhanced by specialized certifications in Laser Dentistry, awarded by the International College for Light Medicine & Laser Therapy, Germany; Palliative Care, conferred by the Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC); and Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), obtained from People’s University. Her practice reflects an integrative, evidence-based approach that harmonizes cutting-edge technology with compassionate, patient-centered care.
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DEPARTMENTAL UNIQUE FEATURES
The department of Oral medicine and radiology is equipped with state-of-the-art Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) machine, the only DENTSPLY SIRONA CBCT in Uttarakhand. The PGs are exposed in diagnosis & medical management of various head & neck disorders with special training in OFP/TMDs, LASER therapy, Forensic odontology, Palliative care and Tobacco cessation.
PG ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS
The post graduates at the department of oral medicine and radiology are efficiently promoted and encouraged to enhance their skills and capabilities by presenting their clinical and research work at various national conferences and symposiums.
CDE PROGRAM AND DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITIES
The department of oral medicine and radiology ensures smooth and efficient learning in accordance with the continuing dental education programmes at Seema dental college and hospital by organising various CDE programmes.
