1301st Dental Dispensary, HHSG, PA

21/11/2025

21/11/2025

Honored to serve the People’s Champ in uniform!

The 1301st Dental Dispensary proudly welcomed COL EMMANUEL PACQUIAO GSC PA (Res) also known as the “Pambansang Kamao” on 20 November 2025 for the conduct of his physical exam as part of his readiness requirements as a member of the Philippine Army Reserve Force. He was warmly received by the officers, personnel, and CHR of this unit.

19/11/2025

The 1301st Dental Dispensary, Philippine Army, marked a significant milestone with the Change of Command Ceremony held on 13 November 2025. COL Cleofe Pulmano DS (GSC) formally assumed leadership from COL Ranulfo Espera DS (MNSA), honoring the latter’s steadfast service and dedication. The ceremony symbolized continuity, commitment, and the sustained pursuit of excellence in dental health service for the Philippine Army.

17/09/2025

On 11 September 2025, COL EDMUND PAUL R DELOS SANTOS (MI) GSC, PA, Commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Support Group, Philippine Army, together with his staff, conducted an ocular inspection of the 1301st Dental Dispensary, HHSG, PA to assess its daily operations and evaluate the oral health services rendered by the unit.

The Commander lauded the personnel for their professionalism and commitment in sustaining a high standard of oral health support to Philippine Army personnel, dependents, and Civilian Human Resource. He highlighted the importance of maintaining mission-ready oral health care capabilities, encouraged the unit to further enhance service delivery and administrative efficiency, and urged the continued submission of position papers to proactively support future resource allocation and capability development.

04/08/2025

A visit to your dentist 2x a year is an investment...it can save you money by being healthy.

03/08/2025

03/08/2025

Sundin para sa malusog na oral health and over-all health!

09/06/2025

09 June 2025

The 1301st Dental Dispensary Garners 90% Outstanding Rating Among Organic Subordinate Units

In recognition of its exemplary performance and commitment to excellence, the 1301st DD, HHSG, PA was awarded for being the highest among all subordinate units of Headquarters and Headquarters Support Group, Philippine Army.

The award was formally presented by the Post Commander, BRIGADIER GENERAL ALEXEI C MUSÑGI PA, who commended the unit for setting a high standard in both operational readiness and service quality. Receiving the award on behalf of the unit was the Commanding Officer of 1301st DD, COL RANULFO O ESPERA DS(MNSA), whose leadership has been instrumental in fostering a culture of professionalism, discipline, and excellence within the unit.

Congratulations to the 1301st Dental Dispensary, HHSG PA!

05/06/2025

The team-building exercise for the 1301st DD, HHSG, PA was held at the 2nd Infantry Division in Tanay, Rizal. COL ESPERA DS, Commanding Officer, 1301st DD together with the rest of the dental personnel rendered a courtesy call to MGEN CERILO C BALAORO JR PA, Division Commander, 2ID, PA.

Afterwhich, the following unit personnel were recognized at the beginning of the program and given a plaque of appreciation:

Best Enlisted Personnel: Sgt Rosendo L Pasicolan (SC) PA
Best Civilian Human Resource: Dr. Czarina Mae S. Cristobal CivHR

Their efforts have made a contribution to increase the Class IV Dental Profile and readiness of the Philippine Army personnel.

The program continued by acknowledging the 2nd Quarter Birthday Celebrants. The unit wishes you this new year of your lives be filled with success, health, laughter and meaningful moments!

In addition, team building games began, and everyone participated with competence and unity. In the Philippine Army, unity is more than a principle - it is the foundation of every mission, every movement, and every victory. Our strength lies not only in our discipline and training but also in our unbreakable bond as one team, one force, one family. Whether in the field or during moments of shared laughter and friendly competition, these games highlight one truth: that together, we are stronger.

03/06/2025

22 May 2025

Empowering Women, Upholding Rights: Human Rights Seminar on the Magna Carta of Women

As part of its continuing commitment to gender sensitivity and inclusive development, a Human Rights Seminar focusing on the Magna Carta of Women was conducted at 1301st Dental Dispensary, HHSG, PA with our guest lecturer, CPT RUBIE N TOLENTINO O-24316 JAGS, Legal Officer, Military Justice Branch, Office of the Army Judge Advocate, Philippine Army.

CPT TOLENTINO JAGS provided engaging presentations & case-based learning, enabling participants to connect legislation with everyday realities. Additionally, MAJ JOY A BATARA DS, Operations Officer, 1301st DD, HHSG, PA engaged the participants' learning and attention through Q&A games.

Over-all, the conduct of this seminar was met with enthusiastic participation and active involvement from attendees through demonstrating a high level of engagement by raising relevant concerns through an open forum & Q&A segments sparked dialogue around pressing gender issues, workplace rights and the implementation of protective policies.

This seminar not only educated, but also empowered the personnel to become active advocates for women's rights, and to help build a culture where gender equity is practiced, protected, and promoted across all sectors of society.

02/06/2025

01 June 2025

The Benildean Parents in Action (Be-PIA) in coordination with the De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) Office of the Vice President for Lasallian Mission and Student Life (OVPLMSL) continues to serve alongside the Philippine Army, Armed Forces of the Philippines providing women and children's health care.

The Office of the Chief Dental Surgeon, PA, 1301st Dental Dispensary, HHSG, PA, & 1362nd Dental Detachment, 2ID, PA collaborated in a progressive move to promote oral health and reduce incidence of dental diseases through preventive care.

In addition, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to community well-being and demonstrates the impact of coordinated healthcare efforts in improving public health outcomes.

This is the Philippine Army Dental Service - serving with skill, heart and honor.

03/04/2025

27 March 2025

The Office of the Chief Dental Surgeon, Philippine Army conducted its First Quarter Scientific Seminar with its theme "Bridging Agencies for Better Oral Health: Data-Driven Strategies and Community-Based Prevention in Dental Service, Philippine Army." with the Chief of Staff, PA, MGEN YEGOR P BARROQUILLO JR PA, as the guest of honor and speaker, represented by COL RODRIGO P MAGALLANES MI (MNSA) PA at Luna Hall, PA, Officers' Clubhouse, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

One of the highlights of the program was the lecturers came from various prestigious Philippine dentistry-based organizations such as DOH, PhilHealth and Philippine Academy of Dental Public Health that could help the accreditation and licensing of Dental Treatment Facilities starting with:

1. "The Use of Health Information System for Assessing and Planning for Dental Services in the Military" by Dr. Susan T. Yanga-Mabunga.

2. Dr. Artemio R. Licos Jr. "Optimizing Preventive Dentistry within PhilHealth's Primary Care Benefit Package: A Community-Based Approach."

3. Mr. Raj Adrian A. Uy discussed "Konsulta"

4. Ms. Maria Cyrill Villarin - OIC of PhilHealth SM Aura

5. Dr. Manuel V. Vallesteros "UHC sa AFP"

In order to have a clear understanding regarding the licensing and accreditation of the various dental treatment facilities nationwide, the program concluded with an open forum between the lecturers and the units of each major service through face-to-face and VTC so that together, we improve the delivery of oral health care services not just in the Philippine Army but also the Armed Forces of the Philippines.