Surgical microscope and magnification support
Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics
Dental graduates develop advanced endodontic and esthetic dentistry skills through clinical literature, supervised patient care, modern rotary systems, and evidence-led treatment planning.
Department Profile
About the Department
Established in 1991, the Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics at KVG Dental College and Hospital, Sullia, has stood for over three decades as a centre of clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care.
At the heart of everything we do lies a singular belief that every natural tooth is worth saving.
Designed for dental graduates who aspire to master the art and science of Aesthetic Dentistry and Endodontics, this department goes beyond textbooks. Students are equipped to think critically, engage with the latest literature, and develop advanced endodontic skills through hands-on training with modern equipment and materials.
Our state-of-the-art infrastructure including surgical microscope, advanced bleaching facilities, and cutting-edge dental technology ensures that every student trains in an environment that mirrors real-world clinical excellence from day one.
The department is deeply committed to producing practitioners who are not just skilled, but confident and competent in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pulpal and periapical diseases. Through an integrated clinical experience, students are exposed to emergency care, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and evidence based patient diagnosis.
Academic Experience
What Students Learn
Students develop competence in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of pulpal and periapical disease through an integrated endodontic experience that emphasizes diagnosis, emergency care, and interdisciplinary treatment.
Training progresses to advanced rotary endodontic systems and contemporary obturation techniques, supported by close engagement with relevant clinical literature.
Clinical Service
Treatments Available
01
Restorative therapy and endodontic care are planned through a disciplined, interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s overall management.
02
The clinical experience spans diagnosis, emergency care, pulpal and periapical treatment, esthetic dentistry, and coordinated restorative care.
03
Restorative therapy and endodontics here are approached with precision, discipline, and a holistic mindset.
04
Our clinical highlights include regenerative endodontic treatment with PRP, surgical endodontics, tooth fracture reattachment, and a growing repertoire of advanced restorative procedures.
Clinical and Teaching Notes
Advanced Clinical Infrastructure
Advanced rotary endodontic systems and contemporary obturation techniques
Bleaching facilities and current technology for routine clinical use
Dedicated preclinical laboratory with phantom-head training
Rotary endodontic, obturation, bleaching, and restorative equipment
Department Archive
Life at the Department
Scholarship
Research & Innovation
2 PhD guides, namely Dr. Moksha Nayak and Dr. Krishna Prasada L, and 2 active PhD scholars.
More than 140 research publications have been completed in the last 5 years.
Encore, our nationally recognized Continuing Dental Education programme, is conducted annually, uniting leading clinicians, researchers, and educators to advance the science and practice of Endodontics together.
Explore College ResearchFaculty
Meet Our Faculties
Department HOD
Dr. Krishnaprasad L.
Professor & HOD
Senior Faculties
Dr. Rohita Ann Thomas
Senior Lecturer
Dr. Adithya Kashyap
Contact
Connect With Our Department
Contact the college office for appointment routes, department information, admissions guidance, or other enquiries.