Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS), Tirupati

Introduction

Established in May 2014, the Department of Dental Surgery was founded on the principle of providing comprehensive, interdisciplinary dental care. The department is committed to meeting the diverse needs of patients through a blend of clinical excellence, academic rigor, and community engagement.

Our Core Pillars

• Patient Care: Providing a full spectrum of preventive and rehabilitative dental services for the management of dental diseases.
• Academic Excellence: Training undergraduate students through structured theoretical teaching and hands-on clinical exposure.
• Community Outreach: Active participation in the PINK BUS initiative for early diagnosis of oral cancer.

Our Vision

To remain at the forefront of dental health by ensuring that high-quality, interdisciplinary care is accessible to all, while emphasizing the importance of early detection and education in the fight against oral diseases. To refine our academic goals, we are committed to focus on transition from classroom theory to chair-side competence. The goal is to show that our students aren't just learning—they are becoming clinicians who can handle the complexities of modern dentistry.

Undergraduate Training: Academic & Clinical Goals

The Department of Dental Surgery aims to cultivate technically proficient, empathetic, and evidence-based Dental knowledge among future Medical practitioners. Our curriculum is designed to bridge between Medical and Dental professions with academic knowledge and clinical application.

1. Clinical Competence & Patient Management

• Comprehensive Care: To train Medical students in making diagnosis and treatment methodologies for different Dental diseases.
• Procedural Mastery: To provide hands on experience in treating various Dental diseases ensure proficiency , including restorative work, basic oral surgery, and preventive care.
• Empathy-Led Practice: To develop strong interpersonal skills for effective patient communication, ensuring ethical care and patient comfort.

2. Theoretical & Evidence-Based Foundation

• Critical Thinking: To move beyond routine memorization, encouraging students to apply diagnostic logic to complex clinical cases.
• Integration of Sciences: To foster a deep understanding of how systemic health relates to oral health (interdisciplinary approach).
• Research Literacy:To introduce students to the latest advancements in dental materials and technology, encouraging a lifelong commitment to learning.

3. Community Health & Early Intervention

• Public Health Awareness: To utilize the "PINK BUS" initiative as a primary teaching tool, training students to identify early pathological changes and oral mucosal lesions.
• Epidemiological Insight: To provide students with first-hand experience in community-based screenings, understanding the prevalence of dental diseases in diverse populations

Faculty

• Dr. D.S. Madhu Babu - Professor & Head of Department
• Dr. P. Vani Priya - Professor
• Dr. C. Narendra Reddy - Assistant Professor

Publications

Prasad DS Kumar, Reddy, DS Prasad, Sahithi TV Lakshmi, Babu DS Madhu, Nagireddy YR, Reddy R. Comparative Analysis of Sticky Bone and Demineralized Bone Matrix on Alveolar Bone in Split Crest Osteotomy; Two-Stage Dental Implant Placement Procedure: A Clinico-Radiographic Evaluation. Journal of Orofacial Sciences, 2025; 17:75-82.

CME / Seminars / Workshops

CMEs

• Role of Saliva as Diagnostic Fluid presented by Dr. Sridhar, Professor, Department of Oral Pathology, CKS Teja Institute of Dental Sciences on 01-02-2025. Conducted jointly by Departments of Dental Surgery, ENT, and Ophthalmology at Sri Padmavathi Auditorium, SVIMS.

Seminars

• Debate on Root Canal Treatment - An Overview by Dr. T. Sravanthi (23-01-2025).
• Spotter Presentation on Retained Deciduous Tooth by Dr. C. Narendra Reddy (19-04-2025).
• Research Presentation on Comparison of the Effect of Irrigating Solutions on Wettability of AH Plus and MTA Fillapex - An In-Vitro Study by Dr. T. Sravanthi (02-08-2025).
• Topic Presentation on Oral Malodour - An Overview by Dr. D.S. Madhu Babu (09-10-2025).

Workshops Attended

• Dr. D.S. Madhu Babu, Dr. P. Vani Priya, and Dr. C. Narendra Reddy attended CDE on Prosthodontics - Current Trends , organized by Indian Dental Association, Chittoor Branch on 11-10-2025 at Tirupati.