Department of Periodontics | Santosh Deemed to be University

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Overview

With a proud legacy spanning 20 years, established in 1995 for BDS and 2005 for MDS, the Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology has evolved into a leader in Dental education and innovative practices. In 2018, we introduced a PhD program in Integrated Implantology, enhancing our research capabilities. The department offers a coveted MDS and PhD program along with a DHC course providing excellent exposure to clinical procedures with a focus on special cases. It boasts a strong network of well-placed alumni and serves as the best platform to achieve national and international recognition. The department has increased its MDS seat to five per year from 2024 and has seen 31 MDS graduates pass out till date, with a current strength of 9 Post Graduate students.

Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Kanishk Gupta, our program is built on the foundation of rigorous academic training, hands-on clinical experience and groundbreaking research. We are particularly focused on the integration of advanced soft and hard tissue laser technologies, which have revolutionized the way we treat periodontal disease, perform surgeries and promote tissue regeneration. These lasers enable our students to perform minimally invasive procedures that reduce discomfort and recovery times, providing them with the tools needed to stay ahead in the field. Additionally, our program incorporates leading-edge techniques in dental implantology, revolutionizing the way we approach tooth replacement and periodontal care.

Research is at the heart of our department’s mission. We encourage both faculty and students to actively contribute to the scientific community through groundbreaking studies in areas such as Tissue Regeneration, Implantology and Laser Dentistry. Our state-of-the-art research facilities provide the ideal environment for exploring new frontiers in periodontal health and our faculty, many of whom are leading researchers in the field, offer invaluable mentorship to students who wish to pursue academic and clinical research.

Join us at the Department of Periodontics, where cutting-edge technology meets expert instruction and becomes a part of the future of periodontal medicine. Whether you’re aiming for a career in clinical practice or contributing to groundbreaking research, our program offers the tools and mentorship to help you succeed.

Vision Mission

Vision:

Department of Periodontics & Oral Implantology aspires, to be a Globally recognized Department with a state of the art equipment, a leading edge in advanced research, integrated scientific learning and a forerunner in oral health care provider.

Mission:

The Department of Periodontics and Oral Implantology is an educational, research and service-orientated centre. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive periodontal care focused on quality, patient satisfaction and evidence-based education. We provide rigorous training for graduate and postgraduate students, fostering lifelong learning. Additionally, we create a supportive environment for patients and students, while extending outreach to underserved communities through outreach programs.

HOD

Dr. Kanishk Gupta is Professor and Head of the Department of Periodontics and Oral Implantology at Santosh Dental College, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. He completed his BDS and MDS from Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS), Manipal.

He further enhanced his academic and professional expertise by earning the MAHE-FAIMER Fellowship from Manipal Academy of Higher Education in collaboration with FAIMER, Philadelphia, USA, in 2017. Dr. Gupta has also achieved the distinguished MPerio (Specialty Membership) and FPerio (Specialty Fellowship) from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK.

In addition to his role at Santosh Dental College, he serves as an Adjunct Faculty at MCODS, Manipal, Manipal University. He has made significant contributions to academic research with over 35 publications in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals. He also holds two patents registered in India and the UK, reflecting his commitment to innovation and advancement in the field of dentistry.

He is also an International BLS Instructor certified by the American Heart Association, actively contributing towards emergency care and clinical training.

Dr. Kanishk Gupta

Professor & HOD

Thrust Areas

Regenerative Periodontics
The Department of Periodontology focuses on advanced regenerative procedures aimed at restoring lost periodontal tissues including bone, cementum, and periodontal ligament. Evidence-based regenerative techniques such as guided tissue regeneration, bone grafting, and biologic mediators are utilized to enhance clinical outcomes and preserve natural dentition.
Integrated Implantology
The department emphasizes comprehensive implant therapy by integrating periodontal principles with implant rehabilitation. Training and clinical practice encompass implant placement, peri-implant tissue management, augmentation procedures and long-term maintenance for predictable functional and esthetic outcomes
Mucogingival and Esthetic Surgeries
Specialized mucogingival and periodontal plastic surgical procedures are performed for the correction of gingival recession, soft tissue defects, and enhancement of smile esthetics. The department promotes minimally traumatic approaches to achieve optimal functional and esthetic results.
Hard and Soft Tissue Lasers (Minimally Invasive Surgery)
The department incorporates advanced hard and soft tissue laser technologies for minimally invasive periodontal procedures. Laser-assisted therapies provide enhanced precision, reduced postoperative discomfort, improved healing and better patient acceptance in periodontal and implant-related treatments.

Senior Lecturer

Dr. Akshay Verma

Senior Lecturer

The department also runs a dedicated special clinic for Implantology and advanced periodontal procedures, providing comprehensive management of complex periodontal and peri-implant cases

Treatments offered:

Scaling and Root planning
Splinting
Local drug delivery
Flap surgery
Root coverage procedures
Frenectomy
Gingivectomy/ Gingivoplasty
Operculectomy
Crown lengthening
Ridge augmentation
Sinus lift
Periimplantitis management
Laser assisted surgeries etc

Research

Publications: Total number of publications by faculty members : 150+ in National and International Journals(UGC/SCOPUS/WOS/Pub Med)
Patents: 4 patents published
Copyrights: 3 Published

Events

National Periodontist Day: National Periodontist Day is celebrated to create awareness about periodontal health and recognize the role of periodontists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of periodontal diseases. The department organizes awareness programs, screening camps, educational activities and outreach initiatives to promote oral and periodontal health.
World Oral Health Day: World Oral Health Day is observed to emphasize the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and its impact on overall health and well-being. The department conducts oral health education programs, awareness campaigns, screening activities and community outreach programs to encourage preventive oral care practices.
Oral Hygiene Day: Oral Hygiene Day is celebrated to promote awareness regarding proper oral hygiene practices and the prevention of oral diseases. The department organizes educational lectures, demonstrations, awareness drives and community-based activities to reinforce the importance of maintaining optimal oral health.
World No Tobacco Day: World No Tobacco Day is observed to educate the public about the harmful effects of tobacco use on oral and systemic health. The department conducts anti-tobacco awareness campaigns, counseling sessions, screening programs and educational activities aimed at tobacco cessation and prevention.