The Department of Oral Pathology And Microbiology at Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences is dedicated to excellence in clinical and laboratory diagnosis, patient care, and advanced laboratory procedure. Our department plays a pivotal role in identifying and managing a wide range of oral diseases and threatens disease like oral cancer, including oral mucosal disorders.
We provide comprehensive with cytological procedure and confirmatory diagnostic solutions. Our team of experienced faculty members integrates laboratory procedure expertise with innovative teaching methodologies, ensuring students gain a strong foundation in oral anatomy, dental morphology and eruption sequences.
Our department welcome with museum unit that helps to interact with students macroscopically and microscopically discussed the various disease with confirmatory benign and malignant disease. Advanced laboratory procedures like immunohistochemistry and salivary procedures are done in our department.
The department is committed to:
• Advanced Diagnostics: Delivering accurate imaging and diagnosis using various laboratory procedures.
• Research & Innovation: Engaging in research that advances the field of oral and maxillofacial pathology.
• Holistic Learning: Empowering students with skills to excel in both academics, clinical practice and laboratory
procedures.
BDS, MDS, P.G. Diploma in Health Science in Tobacco Control
Name | Dr. Sathish Kumar. M |
Designation | Senior Professor & Head of the Department |
Under Graduation College & Year | MeenakshiAmmal Dental College and Hospital 1995 October |
Post Graduation College & Year | Sreee Balaji Dental College and Hospital 2001 September |
Extra Course | P.G. Diploma in health science in tobacco control |
Teaching Experience | 24+ years |
Expertise | Oral Pathology and Microbiology |
Area of Interest | Vesicullo bullous lesions, fibro osseous lesions , Giant cell Lesions, Forensic odontology, Immuno histochemistry, Lab investigations, OPMD… |
No. of Publications | 30 |
SCOPUS ID | ILW-6740-2023 |
ORCID ID | 0009-0009-0490-085 |
Google Scholar ID | VYD8I0OAAAAJ |
Awards | 1. ‘The Best Teacher’ award by the TN Dr.M.G.R Medical University and receivedfromH.ELateGovernorRosaiahof Tamil Nadu in the year 2012 at Rajbhavan, Chennai. |
S.NO | FACULTY | DESIGNATION |
1. | Dr. Sathish Kumar. M | Professor & HEAD |
2. | Dr. Karthika Panneerselvam | Professor |
3. | Dr.Marytresa Jeyapriya. S | Professor |
4. | Dr.Arunachalam Meyappan | Reader |
5. | Dr. Pradeep sankar | Senior Lecturer |
6. | Dr. Vinoth kalaichelvan | Senior Lecturer |
Dr. Sathish Kumar. M
Dr. Karthika Panneerselvam
Dr.Marytresa Jeyapriya. S
Dr.Arunachalam Meyappan
Dr. Pradeep sankarSenior
Dr. Vinoth kalaichelvan
Dr.M.Sathish Kumar
Introduction : Dr.Sathish Kumar is the Professor and Head of the Department. He is a dedicated, passionate Academician and a successful clinical practitioner. He completed his UG at Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and PG at Sree Balaji Dental college, Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. His areas of interest include Micro techniques, Forensic odontology, Biostatistics, Psychology and Genetics.
Educational Qualification :BDS, MDS, P.G. Diploma in health science in tobacco control
Merits :
Publications :
Dr.P.Karthika
Introduction: Dr. Karthika is a Reader in the Department . She obtained Bachelors from S.R.M Dental College, The Tamilnadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University and Masters in Oral Pathology, Microbiology and Forensic Odontology from S.R.M University. Dr. Karthika has publications at National and International journals, and has made scientific presentations at various National and international conferences. Her field of interest and research work include Surgical Pathology and Oncology.
Educational Qualifications: BDS, MDS
Merits:
Publications:
Dr.S.Marytresa Jeyapriya
Introduction : Dr.Marytresa Jeyapriya is a Reader in the Department.She is a full time academician, who has an immense passion for Oral Pathology. She completed her UG at Rajah Muthiah Dental College, Annamalai University and PG at Vinayaka Missions Sankarachariyar Dental College, Vinayaka Missions University. Her areas of interest include Oral Cancer, Immunology and Tumor microenvironment.
Educational Qualification :BDS, MDS
Merits :
Won the Gold Medal in MDS University examinations at Vinayaka Missions University
Member of International Medical Sciences Academy – IMSA
Publications:
Dr.M.Arunachalam
Introduction : Dr. Arunachalam is currently serving as a Reader in the Department .He obtained his BDS and MDS degrees from SRM dental college, Ramapuram Chennai in 2009 and 2015 respectively and universal certification in Forensic Odontology from IFS pune in 2014.he has published several papers in prestigious journals and presented numerous scientific papers in national conferences. His field of interest include Oral pre cancerous lesions and conditions.
Educational Qualification : BDS, MDS,
Merits :
Publications:
Dr. S.Pradeep Sankar
*13. TEACHING EXPERIENCE*
Position | Name of Institution | From | To | Total Experience Year-Month-Day |
Lecturer | Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences | 04.02.2021 | Till Date
| 2 year 5month 28 days |
Total Experience | 2 year 5 month 28 days |
S.No. | Title of the Articles |
1. | Focal cemento-osseous dysplasia |
2. | A Study of Cytoplasmic Staining in Buccal Smears Using Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Extract as an Alternate to Eosin as Compared to H & E Staining Procedure |
3. | Numerous Diagnostic Methods for Salivary Gland Tumors – A Review |
4. | Biomedical waste management in prosthodontic dentistry |
5. | Oral Manifestations of Anemia – A Review Article |
6. | Role of Cytology in Dentistry – A Review |
7. | Orthodontic-periodontic interdisciplinary approach: A literature review. |
8. | Basal Cell Adenocarcinoma – 2 Case Series of a Rare Entity |
9. | Perception and Attitude Towards Oral Pathology and Histology As A Subject And Profession Among Dental Undergraduates In Tamil Nadu |
10. | Awareness of General Dental Practitioners About Oral Screening and Biopsy Procedures In Chennai, India |
Dr. Vinoth Kalaichelvan., MDS
Position | Name of Institution | From | To | Total Experience Year-Month-Day |
Lecturer | Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences | 02.10.2022 | Till Date
| 9 Months 30 Days
|
MERITS :-
Presented national conference in forensic odontology at bengaluru held on 3rd and 4th February 2023 got awarded on topic “CBCT AS A DIAGNOSTIC TOOL FOR FORENSIC DENTISTRY”- REVIEW
DETAILS OF PUBLICATIONS:
S.No. | Title of the Articles |
1 | Immunohistochemical expression and evaluation of cyclin D1 and minichromosome maintenance 2 in oral squamous cell carcinoma and verrucous carcinoma |
2 | Stature Prediction by Comparing Maxillary and Mandibular Intercanine Width and Intermolar Width among Tamil Nadu Population |
3 | Awareness of General Dental Practitioners About Oral Screening and Biopsy Procedures In Chennai, India |
ONGOING RESEARCH
Aim :
To achieve academic excellence and to train the students to serve the general public with utmost care
Objectives:
Short description:
Under the dynamic leadership of Professor and Head, Dr.M.Sathish kumar, The Department of Oral Pathology continues to provide a conducive environment for efficient teaching and learning. Equipped with fully functional laboratory equipment and knowledgable, enthusiastic staff members, the department caters to the academic needs of the students. The staff are always student friendly and they provide a friendly learning environment. The infrastructure boasts of spacious rooms and well ventilated labs. The Department continues in its quest for Academic excellence.
Special interest activities of the Department :
The Department of Oral Pathology has special interest in Oral Oncology and Histochemical techniques
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