Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital integrates Community Dentistry and Public Health Outreach as a core component of its academic curriculum. Through structured field programs, the institution conducts free dental check-up camps, oral health awareness drives, blood pressure screening, and tobacco cessation initiatives across schools, villages, corporate sectors, and underserved communities.

Preventive & Promotive Oral Healthcare

The outreach programs focus on:

• Early diagnosis of dental caries and periodontal diseases
• Oral cancer screening and tobacco awareness counseling
• Preventive dentistry education for children and adults
• Basic health screening including blood pressure monitoring

Experiential Learning for Students

Under the Department of Public Health Dentistry, undergraduate and postgraduate students participate in:

• Community-based epidemiological surveys
• School dental health programs
• Rural and urban outreach clinics
• Health education campaigns on World No Tobacco Day

These initiatives strengthen clinical competency, public health research exposure, ethical practice, and social accountability.

Measurable Community Impact

By delivering accessible, affordable, and preventive dental care, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital contributes significantly to improving oral health indices, enhancing awareness, and promoting holistic community wellbeing.