Department of Periodontics
Constituent Department of Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Medical University, Lucknow (King George's Medical University)
About Department of Periodontics
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
The Department of Periodontics was founded in 1980 along with the creation of the Faculty of Dental Sciences. The postgraduate course in Periodontics was started in 1965 under Prof. T.N. Chawala. The department also offers a 2 years certificate course of "Dental Hygienist" which was started in 1967.
These personnel have been absorbed in various State District Hospitals to promote dental health in the community. There are 4 seats annually for the MDS Course and 20 for the Dental Hygienist Course. After supernuation of Prof. T.N.Chawala, Prof. K. K. Kapoor took over as Head and continued till April 1994. Thereafter Prof. K. K. Mehrotra became Head and continued in office till 28th February 2001. At present Prof. Jaya Dixit is continuing as head of department since 1st March 2001.
Course Offered :
=> Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
=> Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
=> Dental Hygienist 2 Years Training Course
Programs & Courses Offered
Academic qualifications and certifications administered by this department
=> Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
=> Master of Dental Surgery (MDS)
=> Dental Hygienist 2 Years Training Course
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View DepartmentFrequently Asked Questions
Common queries about Department of Periodontics
Where is the Department of Periodontics located?
The Department of Periodontics is an academic teaching department of Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Medical University, Lucknow (King George's Medical University), located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Periodontics are conducted as per Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Medical University, Lucknow (King George's Medical University) guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Periodontics?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Medical University, Lucknow (King George's Medical University).