12/10/2026
An Oral Health Screening and Awareness Camp was successfully organized on 5 October 2026 at Rawta Village, New Delhi, by the Department of Public Health Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Sciences, SGT University, Gurugram, in collaboration with the university's marketing team. The initiative aimed to bridge healthcare gaps, encourage preventive dental care practices, and facilitate access to essential oral healthcare services among rural and underserved populations. Under the supervision of Dr. Shubhi Goel, Associate Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, the clinical team—consisting of postgraduate students from the Departments of Prosthodontics (Dr. Nikita) and Oral Medicine & Radiology (Dr. Richa), alongside interns (Diya, Harsh*ta, and Priyanshi) and supporting staff—conducted a highly productive outreach mission.
The initiative successfully brought comprehensive oral healthcare directly to the village, where a total of 20 residents—including 12 males and 8 females—actively participated and received detailed examinations. During the camp, the clinical team successfully performed scaling procedures for 7 patients on-site using the Mobile Dental Van, while 20 selected individuals requiring further complex or specialized procedures were appropriately guided and referred to SGT Dental College and Hospital for necessary treatment and follow-up care. Alongside the clinical examinations, interactive oral health education sessions were introduced using Dentoform models to demonstrate proper tooth-brushing techniques and provide personalized guidance regarding healthy dietary habits. To ensure the continuity of preventive practices at home, the team distributed educational pamphlets and complete oral hygiene kits containing toothbrushes and toothpaste to the participants.
The initiative reflects the Department of Public Health Dentistry, SGT University’s continued commitment to community-based oral healthcare, preventive dentistry, and experiential field learning for its dental students. By taking steps beyond conventional clinic settings and addressing the localized health needs of underserved populations, the university continues to contribute significantly toward improving oral health awareness, dignity, and access to dental services.