RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

The main research focus is on material sciences, endodontics and esthetic dentistry. The department is involved in several randomized control trials on endodontic instruments, novel canal disinfection techniques and alternative intracanal medicaments. This is reflected through the publications and patents

RESEARCH PROJECTS :
A total of 50 Research projects (Dissertations & Short term Projects) have been completed in the last 5 years (2016-2020). The details are as follows

AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS

The staff and students have represented the Department at various curricular and co-curricular events at National & International events and have brought laurels to the Institute. The details from 2016-2020 are as follows:

INFRASTRUCTURE

Simulation Lab

The Simulation lab helps students make a smooth transition from the preclinical to clinical setting.66 simulation units are clustered in modules that accommodate right- and left-handed students. Each operatory has an adjustable mannequin with a realistic mouth. Students work on typodont jaws using high-speed motors with step-by-step instructions and faculty guidance.

Undergraduate Clinic

The undergraduate clinic is spacious and well ventilated to accommodate 37 dental chairs. Clinics provide students with the opportunity to practice dentistry in specific fields of conservative Dentistry and Endodontics using an array of dental materials and equipment.

Postgraduate Clinic

The postgraduate clinic is equipped with 19 latest dental units, magnification tools, microsurgery setup, digital radiographic technology, and materials needed for comprehensive dental care. The postgraduates are trained to improve their skills in treatment planning and patient management.

HIGHLIGHTS

Equipment and Materials
Endodontic

Equipment and Materials

Digital technologies improve diagnostic acumen and treatment outcomes. The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics is equipped with advanced armamentaria like Magnification Loupes, Dental operating microscope, Electronic Apex Locators, Thermoplasticized Obturation Units, RVG – Digital Imaging, Endodontic Microsurgical Kits, Power Bleaching Unit, and Soft tissue laser.

Treatment Modalities

Dr. G V Black Week:

Greene Vardiman Black (1836–1915), commonly known as Dr.G.V. Black, was one of the founders of modern dentistry in the United States. He is also known as the father of operative dentistry. As a part of Commemoration of Dr. G V Black’s birth anniversary and his commendable contributions in the field of Operative Dentistry, the department has been observing “Dr. GV Black week” in the first week of September every year since 2011.He researched many important topics to dentistry, including the cause of dental fluorosis and ideal cavity preparations. One of his many inventions was a foot-driven dental drill. He is also known for his principles of tooth preparations, in which he outlines the proper methods to prepare teeth for fillings.
The phrase, “extension for prevention,” is still famous in the dental community today and represents Black’s idea that dentists should incorporate more grooves and pits than those currently exhibiting decay as a preventive measure against those grooves and pits developing tooth decay in the future, although today ideas have changed and focus much more on minimal intervention. Black published his concepts and ideals in his text Manual of Operative Dentistry in 1896.

The main objectives of this initiative are to:
⦁ Introduce innovative methods of teaching and learning like quiz competitions, lectures and hands-on for the undergraduate, Interns and postgraduate students.
⦁ Motivate the faculty to be resource persons
⦁ Inculcate organizational skills in faculty

36th IACDE National Conference and 21st IACDE National PG Convention
19th – 21st November 2021

The unique opportunity of hosting the 36th IACDE National Conference and 21st IACDE National Postgraduate Convention at Belgaum witnessed a boom of scientific extravaganza. This mega event witnessed orations from two distinguished ‘LUMINEERS’ The ‘G. V. Black Oration’ was delivered by Dr. Arvind Shenoy, a doyen of restorative dentistry and endodontics from Mangalore Karnataka, on the 19th of Nov. 2021. Dr. Vimal Sikri, a reputed author, able administrator, and a teacher of teachers from Amritsar Punjab, delivered the ‘Cohen Oration’ on the 20th of Nov. 2021. It a Dr. Waleed Kurdi from Cairo, Egypt, Dr. Liu Jing Jin, from Jiaxing, China, Dr. Mohamed Salah, from Cairo Egypt was the esteemed international speakers. The event also included a keynote session from 14 National Illustrious leaders and researchers based on their weighted clinical knowledge and academic expertise enriched us during the three days of the conference. Two-panel discussions with eminent panelists and renowned moderators triggered interactions of clinical relevance.
760 student delegates contributed by presenting scientific papers and posters on 17th and 18th November 2021. These papers and posters included a wide-spectra of our curriculum in Conservative Dentistry, Endodontics, Esthetics, and Material Sciences. 14 faculty delegates participated in the paper presentations showcasing their original research and clinical cases. During the long vigorous scientific sessions, the best paper and poster were selected from each session and were awarded. The best paper and poster from all the sessions were selected via a very stringent analytical manner and evaluation criteria approved by the IACDE.

Dr. G V Black Week 2015

11th September – 18th September 2015

Dr G V Black Week 2016

6^thto 10^thSeptember 2016

Dr G V Black Week 2017

11^th TO 16^thSeptember 2017

Dr. G V Black Week 2018

8^th to 15^th September 2018

Dr. G V Black Week 2019

10^th to 16^th September 2019

CONSERVATIVE DENTISTRY & ENDODONTICS WEEK :

An Indian Association of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics (IACDE) initiative is a national program celebrated in the first week of March every year since 2017 for creating awareness about the specialty of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics among the students and the general public.  Various events during this week are planned. The details are as follows:

Cons Endo Week – 2018

A Guest lecture titled “Practicing safe Endodontics using controlled memory files  SC Pro ” followed by a hands-on workshop on the use of SC Pro controlled memory files by Dr. Abhijit Shetty from Mumbai was organized on this occasion. A total of about 120 students including undergraduate and postgraduate students and private practitioners were part of the program. The workshop was attended by  40 Interns, 20 postgraduates, and 5 faculty

Awareness Programs

An awareness program was organized for students (6 to 10^th standard) of KLE International School, Belagavi on 4^th April 2018. Staff members of the department conducted interactive sessions with students about the importance of the specialty and various clinical situations and emergencies where they can approach an endodontist.

Cons Endo Week – 2019

For Postgraduates:

A total of 6 case presentations were presented by the postgraduates of the department.

For undergraduates:

On 27^th March 2019, an e-poster competition was conducted for the final year BDS students.  99 students participated and a total 33 posters on various topics of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics were presented. who presented. A total of 8 winners were selected, two per each session.

Cons Endo Day Celebration – 5th March 2021

• The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics KLE VKIDS, Belagavi celebrated the ‘Cons and Endo Day 2021’ recently, on 5th March 2021.
• The program was initiated with an introduction to Cons Endo Day by Dr. Mateen Peerzade.
• Following which a presentation with audio recording was presented by the post-graduate students regarding “Unwilling of the Myths” in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics.

An awareness program was conducted for the general public at our community radio station KLE’s Venudhwani 90.4FM. regarding “Misconceptions of Root Canal Treatment”
by Dr Mateen Peerzade – In Hindi
Dr Neha Deshpande – In Kannada

Cons Endo Week – 2022

The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics KLE VKIDS KAHER, Belagavi celebrated ‘Cons and Endo Day ’ on 5th March 2022.The programme was initiated with an importance of Cons Endo Day by Dr Sunita Shivanand, The program was inaugurated by the college principle Dr Alka Kale and Dr.Anand Patil Professor addressed the gathering about the events to be conducted throughout the week. A lecture was conducted by Dr Suresh Shenvi on “Scope of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics” for the interns of the institute. The lecture included the role of Conservative Dentist and Endodontist in oral health, the various treatment options one can render as a specialist and carrier opportunities for the students after completing MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics. An awareness program was conducted for general public at our community radio station KLE’s Venudhwani 90.4FM regarding “ Traumatic injuries of tooth” by Dr Aniket Chavan – In Marathi language

A Patient Education video making Competition was conducted for IV Year BDS students. To enhance their skill of learning as team work and grooming their communication skills, better understanding of the subject and structured way of video making. 92 students were divided into 9 teams with 9 different topics for public awareness. Prizes were awarded for the best three videos and best topic suggested by the students

NSS ACTIVITIES:

The Department has been hosting and actively participating in the activities of the National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit of the Institute. The details of the activities hosted by the Department from 2015-2020 are as follows:

Dr. S. V Bhagwat Gold Medal for the best outgoing Post-Graduate Student instituted by the alumni of the department in 2011 in honor of the Late Dr. Sharad V Bhagwat who was instrumental in developing the Department since its inception. He was a great teacher and an inspiration for the staff and students.

COLLABORATIONS

The department has developed various collaborations with institutes and centers of repute to facilitate research activities of the department.

ALUMNI

Our alumni date back to 1991 when the specialty introduced the post-graduation course. We are proud of our alumni who are placed all around the world and serving as clinicians, academicians, mentors, key opinion leaders and also in the armed forces, in various positions and capacities.

TESTIMONIALS