Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge
Department Description
The Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge provide preclinical and clinical instruction to Undergraduate and postgraduate students in the discipline of contemporary prosthodontic therapy. Our faculty also provide comprehensive and compassionate dental care to the members of our surrounding community and conduct research to advance our discipline’s professional knowledge base.
It also specialises in implant, aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. Restoration of oral function is done through prostheses and restorations (i.e., complete dentures, crowns, implant retained/supported restorations).
The department focuses not just on patient care, but also gives equal emphasis to innovative teaching methodologies and research.
Vision
To be a Center of Excellence in the Field of Prosthodontics & Implantology and prepare the students to be dentists and prosthodontists with proper scientific and ethical values thus resulting ultimately in better and quality dental health care of highest quality for the patients.
Mission
The Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge aims to provide an environment wherein:
The students are educated to provide high quality comprehensive oral rehabilitation based on sound scientific principles and best infection control practices.
All the patients receive comprehensive, competent, prosthodontic care with high quality equipment’s and infrastructure.
All the faculty and students value patients, respect diversity, and share responsibility by working together toward academic, professional, and personal growth.
Faculty development program and other scholarly activity and research will be conducted to provide a foundation for evidence-based learning and enhanced health care for students and staff of the department.
Faculty Details
Dr. K Prabhu
Professor & HOD
Dr. S Anand
Professor
Dr. A Kirubakaran
Reader
Dr. Sakshi Madhok
Reader
Dr. V R Arunkumar
Reader
Dr. V C Karthik
Lecturer
Dr. Sonia Abraham
Lecturer
Dr. P Kabilan
Lecturer
Dr. S Nithyapriya
Lecturer
Dr. I Ramesh Kaarthick
Lecturer
Lab & Equipments
Key features:
• Well-equipped laboratory to fabricate dentures and prosthesis, for undergraduates and for postgraduates
• Best-in-class infrastructure and faculty
• Department organises professional development programs to upgrade the knowledge of faculty and students
• Regular hands-on programs for students facilitate insight into recent advances
• Free denture camps organised by the department expose the students to a variety of patients.
• Departmental library and WI-FI internet facility.
• labs for preclinical prosthodontic work, which caters to the need of 100 students and postgraduates
• A separate casting and ceramic lab with the latest equipment and material,
• Equipped with Hanau, Stratos and Artex articulators for Complex Prosthodontics Procedure. Individual Semi adjustable articulators for postgraduate students.
• Recent materials and latest equipment like intraoral scanners and Baltic digital denture system available.
• Best-in-class infrastructure and faculty
• Department organises professional development programs to upgrade the knowledge of faculty and students
• Regular hands-on programs for students facilitate insight into recent advances
• Free denture camps organised by the department expose the students to a variety of patients.
• Departmental library and WI-FI internet facility.
• labs for preclinical prosthodontic work, which caters to the need of 100 students and postgraduates
• A separate casting and ceramic lab with the latest equipment and material,
• Equipped with Hanau, Stratos and Artex articulators for Complex Prosthodontics Procedure. Individual Semi adjustable articulators for postgraduate students.
• Recent materials and latest equipment like intraoral scanners and Baltic digital denture system available.
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Services Offered
Removable Prosthodontic treatment
• Removable Partial Dentures
a) Interim acrylic partial dentures
b) Cast partial dentures
• Conventional Complete Denture
• Single complete denture
• Over dentures
• Immediate dentures
a) Interim acrylic partial dentures
b) Cast partial dentures
• Conventional Complete Denture
• Single complete denture
• Over dentures
• Immediate dentures
Maxillofacial prosthodontic
• Ocular Prosthesis.
• Orbital Prosthesis
• Auricular Prosthesis
• Nasal prosthesis
• Finger Prosthesis
• Obturator
• Bite Guard
• Trismus appliance
• Surgical stents
• Orbital Prosthesis
• Auricular Prosthesis
• Nasal prosthesis
• Finger Prosthesis
• Obturator
• Bite Guard
• Trismus appliance
• Surgical stents
Special Care
• Implant prosthodontic
• Advanced Aesthetic dentistry
• Full mouth rehabilitation
•TMJ dysfunction appliances
• Sleep apnea appliances
• Advanced Aesthetic dentistry
• Full mouth rehabilitation
•TMJ dysfunction appliances
• Sleep apnea appliances
Fixed Prosthodontic treatments
• Fixed Partial Dentures
• Crown
• Post and Core/Crown
• Crown
• Post and Core/Crown
Publications
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | The prevalence of mandibular incisive nerve canal and to evaluate its average location and dimension in Indian population Journal of pharmacy and bioallied sciences | Dr. V.C. Karthik Dr. A. S. Ramesh Dr. Arunkumar |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | Rehabilitation of maxillary defect by three different types of obturators – A case series J Pierre Fauchard Acad | Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. Arunkumar |
| 2 | Rehabilitation and correction of mandibular deviation Journal of Contemporary Dental Research Vol.1, Issue 1, June – Dec 2016, pg. 14-19. | Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. A. S. Ramesh |
| 3 | Awareness among Patients regarding Dental Implants as a Treatment Option for replacing Missing Teeth in Melmaruvathur Population Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2016; 6(1):6-9. | Dr. N. Venkatesan Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. Arunkumar |
| 4 | Giant Sialolithiasis – “Meal Time Syndrome Annals of Dental Specialty Vol. 4; Issue 1. Jan – Mar 2016, pg 13-14 | Dr. Arunkumar Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 5 | Systematic analysis on efficacy of surgical templates in implant dentistry Int J Recent Sci Res. Volume: 7(4) April -2016, pp. 9999-10003 | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 6 | A systematic review of efficacy of shade matching in prosthodontics International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, Vol. 7, Issue, 4, pp. 9949-9954, April, 2016 | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 7 | Stressors in Dental Undergraduate Students in Dental College – A Multicentric Cross Sectional Study Int J Recent Sci Res. 7(3), pp. 9637-9640. | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 8 | Systematic analysis of use of occlusal splints in Temporomandibular disorder management International journal of recent scientific research | Dr. V. C. Karthik Dr. A. S. Ramesh Dr. N. Venkatesan |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | Systematic analysis on the efficacy of bone enhancement methods used for success in dental implants J Indian Prosthodont Soc 2017; 17:219-25 | Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. A. S. Ramesh |
| 2 | Systematic Analysis on Accuracy of Aids Used in Color Selection in Prosthodontics International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Research, Volume 5 Issue 12, December 2017. | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 3 | Systemic analysis on gingival health after gingival retraction using various techniques in Prosthodontics International Journal of Current Research | Dr. Kirubakaran |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | Comparison of dimensional stability of die stone and die silicone: An in vitro comparative study. J Interdiscip Dentistry 2018; 8:92-5. | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 2 | Effect of various luting agents on retention of cement-retained implant restorations with different modifications – An in-vitro study Indian J Multidiscip Dent 2018; 8:82-86 | Dr. Kirubakaran, Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. V.C. Karthik |
| 3 | Assessment of available restorative space inside a complete denture for two-implant-supported mandibular overdenture: A cross-sectional study Indian J Multidiscip Dent 2018; 8:33-8 | Dr. Kirubakaran, Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 4 | Diagnosis of cervicofacial lymphadenopathy by color Doppler ultrasound. IP International Journal of Maxillofacial Imaging, January-March, 2018; 4(1):1-7 | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 5 | A systematic review of accuracy of conventional technique and digital photographic technique for tooth shade matching The journal of Prosthetic and Implant Dentistry / Volume 1 Issue 2 / January–April 2018 | Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. Ramesh Kaarthick |
| 6 | Systemic analysis of factors that cause loss of preload in dental implants The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society | Dr. Kirubakaran |
| 7 | Methods to control of heat production during tooth preparation-a systematic review International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, Vol.9, Issue, 6(B), pp. 27290-27293, June, 2018 | Dr. Kabilan Dr. Mohammad Imthiyas Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 8 | Systemic review of Gingival retraction in Fixed partial Denture The Journal of prosthetic and Implant Dentistry | Dr. V.C. Karthik |
| 9 | Analysing the residual ridge morphology and resorption for treatment of edentulous patient with complete denture in Melmaruvathur population International journal of Recent scientific research | Dr. V.C. Karthik Dr. N. Venkatesan |
| 10 | Effect of Retention on Cement retained implant restorations with different surface modifications- An Invitro study Indian Journal of Multidisciplinary Dentistry | Dr. Mohammad Imthiyas |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | A single-visit feeding plate for a 14-day-old neonate with cleft palate. Indian J Multidiscip Dent 2019; 9:64-67 | Dr. Mohammad Imthiyas Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. V.C. Karthik Dr. Ramesh Kaarthick |
| 2 | Application of prosthodontic techniques in private Practice – A survey Journal of prosthodontics dentistry November 2019 – Vol. 14, Issue 2, pg1-13 | Dr. K. Prabhu Dr. V.C. Karthik Dr. Mohammad Imthiyas |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | A study of relationship between Age, Gender and Tooth shade value in population of Melmaruvathur, Kancheepuram District, Tamilnadu Journal Of Contemporary Dental Research | Dr. V. C. Karthik Dr. Sonia Abraham Dr. Ramesh Kaarthick |
| 2 | Application of Prosthodontic Techniques in Private Practice in Melmaruvathur population The Journal of contemporary Dental Research | Dr. V. C. Karthik |
| No | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
| 1 | COVID 19 and Oral Manifestation: Current State and Perspective J Res Adv Dent 2021; 11:2:183-187 | Dr. K. Prabhu, Dr. V. C. Karthik Dr. Kirubakaran Dr. Sonia Abraham |
| 2 | Comparison of Reliability and Validity of Measurements on Digital Study Models Made with Scan Three‑Dimensional Smartphone Software and Plaster Models: In vitro Study | Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 3 | Comparison of staining of ceramic by regular Chlorhexidine mouthwash and chlorhexidine (ADS) Anti-discolouration system. | Dr. Kabilan Dr. K. Prabhu |
| 4 | Comparison of dimensional accuracy of crowns and bridges fabricated using digital versus conventional impression technique- A systemic review International Journal of Medical Science and Current Research | Dr. Kirubakaran |
| 5 | Knowledge, attitude, and challenges in digital learning using smartphones among dental students of South India: A cross-sectional Journal of International Oral Health | Dr. Kirubakaran |
On Going Research
| 1. | Prevalence of color vision deficiency and ability to differentiate color among dentist – in vivo study. | DR. ASWINI |
| 2. | Knowledge and attitude towards shade selection among interns, post graduates, BDS practioners and MDS specialists from various dental college in Chennai – a questionnaire study. | DR. ASWINI |
| 3. | Evaluation of the anatomical relationship between mylohyoid ridge and mandibular canal for implant placement using CBCT. | DR. KIRUTHIKA |
| 4. | Effectiveness of aesthetic rehabilitation of patients using digital smile designing versus conventional anatomic mockup – an in vivo study. | DR.SHAKILA NASREEN BANU. |
| 5. | Determining the correlation between Bitragion width, interpupillary width, nasal height, wrist width and maxillary anterior teeth size and using these anthropometric measurements as a guide for determining maxillary anterior teeth dimensions. | DR.SHAKILA NASREEN BANU. |
| 6. | Qualitative and Quantitative evaluation of perception of three dimension of color among dental students and personal- In vivo study. | DR. JOSEPHINE FLORA |
| 7. | Comparative evaluation of standardized healing abutment and customized healing abutment using pink aesthetic score index – An in vivo study. | DR. ARUNACHALAM. |
| 8. | Comparative evaluation of change in the properties of different heat cure acrylic resin on deep freezing – An in vivo study. | DR. ARUNACHALAM |
| 9. | A clinical study to evaluate tooth wear and its score most commonly prevalent among patients using smith and knight’s index. | DR. JOSEPHINE FLORA |
| 10. | Comparative evaluation of marginal fit and internal adaptation of endocrowns using conventional and with various preparation depths fabricated using conventional and optical impression. | DR. GAYATHRI |
| 11. | Different in disinfection protocols in dental institutions and private dental practice pre and post COVID – a questionnaire-based study. | DR. GAYATHRI |
| 12. | Evaluation and its effectiveness in different classroom teaching methodologies among various undergraduate students in ACT. | DR. SONIA ABRAHAM. |
| 13. | Comparism of pattern of edentulism based on Kennedy’s classification and Eichner’s classification among patients reporting to prosthodontics department. | DR.K. PRABHU |
Books & Chapters
| Title | Authors | Publishers | ISBN Number |
| OSCE in Prosthodontics | Dr.K. Prabhu, Dr. Anand, Dr. Sakshi Madhok, Dr.V.C. Karthik, Dr. Sonia Abraham. | MAHI publications | 978-93-91556-91-4 |
Awards & Achievements
Faculty Awards
| AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| Emerging academician in prosthodontics award | Global outreach health care award | Global outreach health care | DR. K. PRABHU |
| Clinical excellence in prosthodontics | Global outreach health care award | Global outreach health care | DR. ANAND |
| Excellence and innovation in research and academics | Research education solutions | DR.V.C. KARTHIK | |
| Third place – poster presentation | World dental and oral congress | World dental council | DR. SONIA ABRAHAM & DR.V.C. KARTHIK |
Awards Students
| AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| SECOND PRIZE – PAPER PRESENTATION | IPS CONFERENCE 2016. | Indian prosthodontics society | DR. NITHYA PRIYA |
| AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| FIRST PRIZE – PAPER PRESENTATION | IPS CONFERENCE 2018 | Indian prosthodontics society | DR. NITHYA PRIYA |
| THIRD PRIZE – PAPER PRESENTATION | IPS CONFERENCE 2018 | Indian prosthodontics society | DR. VIDHU ANTONY |
| AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| FIRST PRIZE | IPS GOT TALENT 2021 | Indian prosthodontics society | DR. ASWINI |
Achievements (Chairperson / Guest Speaker) - Faculty
| ACTIVITY (CHAIRPERSON/GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| MOBILE CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY IN PROSTHODONTICS – GUEST SPEAKER | IPS NATIONAL CONFERENCE 2018 | INDIAN PROSTHODONTICS SOCEITY | DR.K. PRABHU |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIRPERSON | 9TH INDIAN PROSTHODONTIC SOCIETY TAMILNADU STATE BRANCH CONFERENCE | Indian prosthodontics society – Tamilnadu br. | DR. VENKATESAN |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIRPERSON | 9TH INDIAN PROSTHODONTIC SOCIETY TAMILNADU STATE BRANCH CONFERENCE | Indian prosthodontics society – Tamilnadu br. | DR. KIRUBAKARAN |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIRPERSON | 20TH INDIAN PROSTHODONTIC SOCIETY NATIONAL PG STUDENT CONVENTION- TNIPS | Indian prosthodontics society – Tamilnadu br. | DR. KIRUBAKARAN |
| ACTIVITY (CHAIRPERSON/GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIR PERSON | ADI GLOBAL CONCLAVE 2019. | Academy of dentistry | DR. ANAND |
| ACTIVITY (CHAIRPERSON/GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| GUEST LECTURE | LIVE CLINICAL DEMONSTRATION ON FPD TOOTH PREPARATION AND IMPRESSIONS | CHETTINAD DENTAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE | DR. PONSEKAR ABRAHAM |
| RPI VERSES RPA – GUEST LECTURE | 8TH RAPID REVISION PROGRAMME IN PROSTHODONTICS | SRI RAMACHANDRA DENTAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL | DR. ANAND |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIR PERSON | 11TH TNIPS CONFERENCE | KODAIKANNAL | DR. PONSEKAR ABRAHAM |
| ACTIVITY (CHAIRPERSON/GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
| GUEST SPEAKER – DEU | OSCE IMPLEMENTATION IN DENTAL EXAMS | ADHIPARASAKTHI DENTAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL | DR.K. PRABHU |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIRPERSON | 49th IPS CONFERENCE | INDIAN PROSTHODONTICS SOCEITY | DR. KIRUBAKARAN |
| SCIENTIFIC SESSION – CHAIRPERSON | 49th IPS CONFERENCE | INDIAN PROSTHODONTICS SOCEITY | DR.V.C. KARTHIK |
| KEY NOTE SPEAKER – CHAIR PERSON | 49th IPS CONFERENCE | INDIAN PROSTHODONTICS SOCEITY | DR. ANAND |
| SYMPOSIUM – CHAIR PERSON | 49th IPS CONFERENCE | INDIAN PROSTHODONTICS SOCEITY | DR.K. PRABHU |
Department Events
| ACTIVITY – TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING |
| CDE- digital complete denture in collaboration with MERZ dental GERMANY and Dental care Dental lab KERALA |
| ACTIVITY – TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING |
| PROSTHODONTIST DAY PROGRAMME – 2019 |
| TRIOS 3 SHAPE INTRAORAL SCANNER – WORKSHOP |
| APPLICATION OF 3D PRINTING IN MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHESIS |
| ACTIVITY – TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING |
| ART FROM DENTAL MATERIALS |
| PROSTHODONTIST DAY PROGRAMME – 2020 |
| ACTIVITY – TITLE OF CONFERENCE/MEETING |
| CDE-FUTURE PROSTHODONTICS |
| CDE-PROSTHO INSIGHT |