ITS Dental College: Enhancing Employability Through Focus On Clinical Dentistry
By Sohil Chadha, Vice Chairman - ITS The Education Group
Dental education in India has been growing at a rapid pace, driven by the factors of technology adoption, curriculum changes, and the increasing focus on clinical training. The institutions have integrated the use of digital dentistry, simulation, and interdisciplinary learning to prepare the students for the modern dental practices.
This change is to bring the dental education in India at par with international standards and to increase the employability of the students.
However, there is a lack of faculty who are clinicians and researchers, which are vital in preparing future dentists. By offering guidance to students and leading research projects, they play an important role in providing quality education to make the students capable of solving complex cases and preparing them for the challenges of the ever-evolving dental field.
Located in Greater Noida, ITS Dental College bridges this gap with its experienced and well-trained faculty. The senior professionals have deep expertise with many of them having worked in the field for more than two decades and have greatly contributed to the reputation of the institution. The college boasts of its faculty retention where many of the staffs have worked for the college for a long time, even up to 23 years.
In addition, the faculty's research and publication output is commendable. They publish in numerous scientific journals of high impact; many of the faculty members are enrolled in PhD programs in dentistry, which shows the commitment of the faculty to the development of the discipline.
Besides their knowledge, the faculty members' participation in the organization of workshops and seminars is a great boost to learning. They hold many conferences, seminars which are contemporary and evidence based. "œOur commitment to lifelong learning ensures that the faculty and students stay updated with the latest advancement in the field of dentistry," says Sohil Chadha, Vice Chairman, ITS The Education Group.
ITS Dental College uses modern techniques and equipment in its dental procedures. It has state of the art facilities including simulation labs and complete dental equipment to provide quality education. Facilities include a 100-bed hospital with a 24-hour pharmacy and well-equipped sports facilities to support the students' academic experience.
It is distinguished by popular postgraduate specializations and new undergraduate research opportunities in laser dentistry and implantology. Being a paperless institution, the college has adopted digital records and administrative procedures in line with Swachh Bharat Mission and other modern practices in learning institutions.
The college provides postgraduate courses in six specializations with separate schools for each branch such as child dentistry and prosthodontics. It has a separate section for postgraduates which focuses on a strong academic environment backed up by experienced faculty and modern infrastructure.
ITS Dental College is well known for its emphasis on research and development. It has exclusive in-house facilities and caters to undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty from various institutions, thereby providing a rich research culture that is not always found in colleges.
The institution's continued endeavour on producing high impact scientific journals and offering PhD programs in dentistry strengthens the institution's position as a leading institution in dental education and research. This emphasis on research not only enhances the academic experience of the students but also plays a crucial role in the advancement of dentistry beyond the conventional academic arena.
In terms of community service, ITS Dental College is completely involved. They hold daily rural camps and provide free dental services to 200-250 indigent patients, including those from far-flung villages. Also, school dental health camps focus on oral hygiene among children. They also focus on social causes with specific events for Women's Day and World Health Day, including both physical and mental well-being and independence. These activities reflect their concern for the society, where dental care is linked with other health and social services.
ITS Dental College has an active outreach program that aims at offering dental care services to the needy population. Also, the college conducts school dental health camps to tackle dental problems in children. They also provide free bus transport from villages to the college to make sure that transport is not a hindrance to seeking dental treatment.
In addition, the college has an active tobacco cessation campaign. They educate the villagers and camp participants about the risks of tobacco, provide free nicotine tablets, and help spread the word about the risks of smoking and using chewing tobacco. This initiative shows the college's focus on social responsibility and public health.
Constantly improving its curriculum through the integration of modern technology and research projects, the institution intends to use artificial intelligence in the diagnostic process. In addition, it has established research experiences for undergraduates to encourage early involvement in scientific investigation. The curriculum also touches upon areas such as laser dentistry and implantology, which will equip the students for dental practice in the future. With the integration of technology and practical experience, ITS Dental College, Greater Noida is committed to offering a holistic and future-oriented education while not forgetting the human side of healthcare.
This change is to bring the dental education in India at par with international standards and to increase the employability of the students.
However, there is a lack of faculty who are clinicians and researchers, which are vital in preparing future dentists. By offering guidance to students and leading research projects, they play an important role in providing quality education to make the students capable of solving complex cases and preparing them for the challenges of the ever-evolving dental field.
Located in Greater Noida, ITS Dental College bridges this gap with its experienced and well-trained faculty. The senior professionals have deep expertise with many of them having worked in the field for more than two decades and have greatly contributed to the reputation of the institution. The college boasts of its faculty retention where many of the staffs have worked for the college for a long time, even up to 23 years.
In addition, the faculty's research and publication output is commendable. They publish in numerous scientific journals of high impact; many of the faculty members are enrolled in PhD programs in dentistry, which shows the commitment of the faculty to the development of the discipline.
Besides their knowledge, the faculty members' participation in the organization of workshops and seminars is a great boost to learning. They hold many conferences, seminars which are contemporary and evidence based. "œOur commitment to lifelong learning ensures that the faculty and students stay updated with the latest advancement in the field of dentistry," says Sohil Chadha, Vice Chairman, ITS The Education Group.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
ITS Dental College uses modern techniques and equipment in its dental procedures. It has state of the art facilities including simulation labs and complete dental equipment to provide quality education. Facilities include a 100-bed hospital with a 24-hour pharmacy and well-equipped sports facilities to support the students' academic experience.
It is distinguished by popular postgraduate specializations and new undergraduate research opportunities in laser dentistry and implantology. Being a paperless institution, the college has adopted digital records and administrative procedures in line with Swachh Bharat Mission and other modern practices in learning institutions.
Sohil Chadha, Vice Chairman, ITS The Education Group
Comprehensive Educational Programs
The college provides postgraduate courses in six specializations with separate schools for each branch such as child dentistry and prosthodontics. It has a separate section for postgraduates which focuses on a strong academic environment backed up by experienced faculty and modern infrastructure.
Research & Development Focus
ITS Dental College is well known for its emphasis on research and development. It has exclusive in-house facilities and caters to undergraduate, postgraduate, and faculty from various institutions, thereby providing a rich research culture that is not always found in colleges.
The institution's continued endeavour on producing high impact scientific journals and offering PhD programs in dentistry strengthens the institution's position as a leading institution in dental education and research. This emphasis on research not only enhances the academic experience of the students but also plays a crucial role in the advancement of dentistry beyond the conventional academic arena.
Holistic Development Initiatives
In terms of community service, ITS Dental College is completely involved. They hold daily rural camps and provide free dental services to 200-250 indigent patients, including those from far-flung villages. Also, school dental health camps focus on oral hygiene among children. They also focus on social causes with specific events for Women's Day and World Health Day, including both physical and mental well-being and independence. These activities reflect their concern for the society, where dental care is linked with other health and social services.
Extensive Outreach Programs
ITS Dental College has an active outreach program that aims at offering dental care services to the needy population. Also, the college conducts school dental health camps to tackle dental problems in children. They also provide free bus transport from villages to the college to make sure that transport is not a hindrance to seeking dental treatment.
In addition, the college has an active tobacco cessation campaign. They educate the villagers and camp participants about the risks of tobacco, provide free nicotine tablets, and help spread the word about the risks of smoking and using chewing tobacco. This initiative shows the college's focus on social responsibility and public health.
Future-Ready Initiatives
Constantly improving its curriculum through the integration of modern technology and research projects, the institution intends to use artificial intelligence in the diagnostic process. In addition, it has established research experiences for undergraduates to encourage early involvement in scientific investigation. The curriculum also touches upon areas such as laser dentistry and implantology, which will equip the students for dental practice in the future. With the integration of technology and practical experience, ITS Dental College, Greater Noida is committed to offering a holistic and future-oriented education while not forgetting the human side of healthcare.