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Visit of Dr Andrew Edwards, Dean-Elect, Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow

[vc_section content_layout=”full” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Visit of Dr Andrew Edwards to Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr Andrew Edwards was invited to visit Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital by Dr SM Balaji, a renowned Chennai-based Cranio-maxillofacial surgeon. The distinguished oral and maxillofacial surgeon who is the Dean-Elect of the Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow, visited the hospital with his team of surgeons. They were warmly welcomed at the hospital by Dr SM Balaji, Dr Preetha Balaji, Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and Dr Varsha Balaji, postgraduate MD student in Obstetrics and Gynecology.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5977″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5978″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5979″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5981″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5982″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Dr SM Balaji gives a guided tour of the dental clinic to the visitors” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]The visitors were first given a guided tour of the dental clinic by Dr SM Balaji. The various treatments offered at the clinic were explained to them as were the safety protocols regarding asepsis and sterilization practices at the clinic. Dr Edwards and his team were suitably impressed and said that this was on par with the standard treatment protocols prescribed by the Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5984″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5986″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Interaction with patients at the hospital” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr Edwards and his team were then taken for ward rounds by Dr SM Balaji and met with some of the patients. They viewed preoperative photographs of the patients and Dr SM Balaji explained some of the challenges and the steps taken to overcome them in a third world setting.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5989″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5990″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5991″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5992″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5993″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5994″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]Dr Edwards expressed his appreciation at the innovative techniques evolved by Dr SM Balaji to provide results that were world class.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5996″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5997″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5998″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Challenging cases performed at the hospital” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr Edwards and his team then interacted with Dr SM Balaji and his team over hors d’oeuvres at the conference hall. They viewed slides/videos of surgeries performed on syndromic patients with craniofacial deformities with preoperative and postoperative photographs. Dr Edwards expressed his appreciation of the services rendered by Dr SM Balaji for patients who would otherwise have a very poor quality of life due to their craniofacial deformities. The visiting team expressed their appreciation to Dr Balaji for having provided them with an insight into the quality of medical care being provided at the hospital.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5999″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6000″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6001″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6002″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6003″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6004″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6005″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]

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31st Indian Society for Dental Research – International Association for Dental Research Annual Conference, Mumbai

[vc_section content_layout=”full” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Indian Society for Dental Research” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]The 31st Annual Conference of the Indian Society for Dental Research (IADR-Indian Division) was held recently at the DY Patil School of Dentistry, Navi Mumbai, India. The ISDR is one of the biggest divisions of the International Association of Dental Research (IADR). It is also one of the most active divisions of the IADR and its membership base is one of the largest for any of the IADR subdivisions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5908″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Conference inaugurated by President Rena D’Souza of IADR ” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]The conference was inaugurated by the IADR President, Prof Rena D’Souza. She was presented with a memento on the occasion by the Governing Council of the Indian Society for Dental Research (ISDR). She spoke about the role played by the ISDR towards enriching the atmosphere for dental research in India. She presented a memento of appreciation to Dr Vijay Patil, Conference Patron who welcomed the distinguished delegates to the conference.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5911″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5912″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Presentation of annual report by Dr SM Balaji” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr. Christopher Fox, Executive Director, IADR, spoke at length about the goals set by the IADR towards achieving improved oral health and overall general health throughout the world. Prof SM Balaji, Secretary General, ISDR later presented the annual report of the ISDR and spoke about the importance of dental research and the need to foster research in India.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5913″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5914″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Release of conference souvenir by the dignitaries” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]The conference souvenir release was followed by distribution of the ISDR awards in all categories. The award winners were encouraged to consider research as a full time career in order to help expand the frontiers of scientific knowledge. There was also a hands on course on Advanced Dental Materials at the conference.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5917″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5918″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5919″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_column_text]Various certificates were handed over to deserving students for meritorious performances in academics. Dr Namita Shanbhag was awarded the ISDR Fellowship Award.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5921″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5922″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5923″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]Prof SM Balaji, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, presented the annual report of the ISDR at the conference. He also delivered a lecture on Craniofacial Surgery at the conference. His lecture on Advanced Craniofacial Surgery in Dental Practice was very well received by both faculty and students at the conference. He was presented with a memento in appreciation of his lecture at the conference.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5924″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5916″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5925″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5926″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5927″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Distribution of certificates by Dr SM Balaji to meritorious students” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Prof SM Balaji later presented certificates to meritorious students of the DY Patil School of Dentistry.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5929″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]

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Sri Venkateswara Dental College Anti-Ragging programme

[vc_section content_layout=”full” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][/vc_section][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Invited as chief guest at Sri Venkateswara Dental College” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr SM Balaji, Hon’ble Member, Dental Council of India was invited to be the chief guest at the Antiragging Orientation Programme at Sri Venkateswara Dental College, which was organized by the college authorities to raise awareness amongst the students about the Antiragging Act of 2010. He was warmly welcomed by Prof Lodd Mahendra, Principal, Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Dr Jothimurugan, Vice chancellor, Vels University.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5742″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5743″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5744″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”An introduction into the consequences of ragging” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr SM Balaji spoke at length about the consequences ragging had on the life of students and how it could result in irreparable harm in the lives of all concerned. Ragging, he said, is something that students think is harmless, but can have devastating consequences when it goes wrong.[/vc_column_text][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”An Anecdote from student days recalled ” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]He spoke about the infamous ragging incident that happened in a dental college in Tamil Nadu in 1997 that had culminated in the death of a fresher and arrest of the involved seniors. He spoke about how it would not only affect the students, but also the parents and the families of those involved and how the grief arising from such untoward incidences would have to be borne by those involved to their graves.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5746″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5747″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Invaluable guiding advice for the future” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]The aim of his speech was to educate the students about what lay ahead in their lives and the success and happiness that would result from pursuing dentistry as a career choice. He told them that all this could be jeopardized by undesirable behaviors that accompanied instances of ragging. He explained that they needed to develop the focus and drive to sustain them in a lifetime pursuit of gaining skills to succeed in life. He said that the foundation of this focus and drive needed to be laid during their college life and they should not waste time on anything that could distract them from it.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5748″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5749″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”An incomparable career in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]He also spoke to them about his passion for maxillofacial and craniofacial surgery and how he had developed this focus while he was in college as an undergraduate student. He said that the sky was the limit as far as achievements in their career were concerned provided they had the right focus. He then presented his Textbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to a meritorious student of the college at the conclusion of the function[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5750″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5751″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5752″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”5753″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Research in Salivary Diagnostics informal symposium held at Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital

[vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_column_text] Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital hosts Research in Salivary Diagnostics symposium Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital was the venue for the introductory presentation on “Research in Salivary Diagnostics,” held on February 2, 2019. This informal symposium was organized by the director, Dr SM Balaji, who has always stressed on the importance of meaningful research in dentistry and its allied branches. Dr Preetha Balaji, Consultant Maxillofacial Surgeon, was also present at the gathering. An introduction into Salivary Diagnostics Salivary Diagnostics is a very advanced and newly introduced concept. It has been shown to have greater acceptance amongst patients because of its noninvasive nature and amongst doctors and researchers for its greater sensitivity and specificity when compared to existing modalities. The use of salivary diagnostics and research has thus far been limited to a few diseases and conditions. Deans and principals invited for dissemination of information about Salivary Diagnostics This meeting was organized as a means to introduce this to Indian Dentists and popularize the concept through the deans and vice principals of Chennai based dental colleges and hospitals. Further programs have been planned down the line to further disseminate information regarding the scope of including more diseases that can be diagnosed using this modality. Eminent scientific researchers invited as principal speakers for symposium The invited speakers were[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”5499″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Dr. Paul Slowey, USA, who spoke on “Standardized Devices for Salivary Diagnostics”. Dr. Paul Slowey is the CEO of the Oasis Diagnostics Corporation, USA. His presentation concentrated on addressing a growing need for non-invasive saliva based technology for rapid testing, sample collection, and molecular diagnostics [DNA, RNA and proteins] to alleviate human suffering and usher in a new era of improved health. He spoke at length about the success of his concepts and possible avenues for collaborating with Indian dental researchers.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”5501″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Dr Benji Pretorius, South Africa, spoke on “Rapid Diagnostic using Saliva instead of blood”. Dr. Benji Pretorius is the founder of ERADA Technology Alliance Ltd (ERADA). This is a unique collaborative effort between the South African governmental agencies, Johns Hopkins University and Dinglasan Malaria Laboratory in Florida, US. His work ultimately aims to eradicate malaria from the world and he has had stupendous success in using saliva as an early diagnostic tool for malaria in South Africa. He described in detail the concepts and success of the Saliva-based Malaria Asymptomatic & Asexual Rapid Test – a non-invasive diagnostic for the detection of sexual stage Plasmodium falciparum gametocytes even at a low concentration.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] Later, the Deans and Vice Principals of Chennai based Dental Colleges interacted over dinner with Dr. Paul Slowey and Dr. Benji Pretorius.

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Dr Preetha Balaji receives the Young Maxillofacial Surgeon Award

[vc_section content_layout=”full” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Eminent craniofacial surgeons attend craniofacial summit in Sri Lanka” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Dr. Preetha Balaji of Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital, Chennai was invited to deliver a lecture at the 4th international Craniofacial and Dental Summit held recently in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It was jointly organized by the Peradeniya University of Sri Lanka. Prof. Divya Mehrotra, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, King George’s Medical University, Lucknow, was the course director at the conference. The main theme of the conference was Rehabilitation and Disabilities. The conference sought to highlight emerging craniofacial health related issues in the region and to establish protocols for rehabilitation of these problems.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”5456″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vu_heading style=”2″ heading=”Dr Preetha Balaji receives the Young Maxillofacial Surgeon Award” subheading=”” alignment=”left” custom_colors=”” class=””][vc_column_text]Dr Preetha Balaji delivered a lecture on the surgical management of hemifacial microsomia. Her paper was well received by the distinguished audience and she received the “Young Maxillofacial Surgeon Award” in light of her passion and dedication towards the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She received the award from Prof JAVP Jayasinghe, Dean, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Peradeniya University. Also present were Prof Ruwan D Jayasinghe, Organizing Chair, Prof Manil Fonseka, Organizing Secretary and Prof Prasad Amaratunga, Primrose Hospital, Kandy.[/vc_column_text][vu_gallery type=”standard” layout=”2″ style=”with-space” space=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”5457″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”5458″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][/vu_gallery][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]

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Dr SM Balaji invited as chief guest at the 3rd Graduation day celebrations at Tagore Dental College

Dr SM Balaji, Hon’ble Member, Dental Council of India, was the chief guest for the 3rd Graduation day at Tagore Dental College. Upon arrival at the college, he was warmly received by Prof Chitraa R Chandran, Principal, Prof S Balagopal, Vice Principal-Academics and Prof CJ Venkatakrishnan, Vice Principal-Administration. Prof Mala, Correspondent of Tagore Dental College also honored him with a bouquet. The convocation was a grand affair and all the graduands had assembled at the auditorium of the college. Prof SM Balaji addressed the students with his usual mix of brevity and humor. He emphasized to them the need to adopt a holistic approach towards their chosen profession as they embarked upon their career in dentistry. His speech reiterated to them the importance of teamwork as they stepped out into the world from the protective cocoon of their college lives. Teamwork is what elevates the individual to higher levels was a recurring theme in his address to them. He spoke about his career as a researcher and the urgent need for continued research in all specialties of dentistry. The students listened in rapt attention as he narrated snippets from his life about interactions with patients who left their mark on him and how he attained such great heights in his career as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He spoke about the passion and dedication he has towards attaining even greater heights and provided valuable tips to the students on how to build a successful career. Another important aspect he spoke about was about developing skills that would help in alleviating the sufferings of patients. He spoke about his various cleft surgical missions to the lesser developed regions of the world and how this acted as a spur to make him pursue this with a zeal and passion that has remained unabated over the years. “Never be discouraged by circumstances, but learn to master them” he extolled them at the conclusion of his speech. Following this, Dr SM Balaji presented Certificates of Excellence to meritorious students for their academic excellence throughout their period of study in the college.

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Dr SM Balaji had an impactful presence at the 94th IADR General Session and Exhibition held in London 2018

[vc_section content_layout=”full” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_custom_heading text=”International Association for Dental Research (IADR)” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Dr SM Balaji attended the 94th General Session of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR). The IADR exhibition was also held at the same time. These events were both held at the London Convention Center, London in July 2018. He is the Secretary General of the Indian Division of the IADR. The session was a grand success with many meetings held. Plans were made for implementing the cause of dental research throughout the world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=”” width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”4939″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_column_text] The importance of the IADR in Global Dental Research IADR is the premier world body responsible for streamlining dental research. It is responsible towards laying down guidelines for dental research. Important areas of research are first identified by the IADR. It is then prioritized taking into account the current need for the research. Research grants are then distributed taking into account all factors. Outstanding research contributions are also recognized and awarded by the IADR. Prestigious IADR awards in all categories are also given at annual general sessions. The IADR governing body consists of service minded individuals who guide research worldwide. Journal of Dental Research (JDR), the official journal of the IADR, is one of high prestige. Research works of great value feature in each edition of the journal. Role played by Prof SM Balaji in furthering IADR activities The board meeting of the International Association for Dental Research-Asia Pacific region (IADR-APR) was also held. Prof SM Balaji, Past President of the IADR-APR played an integral role in it. This was helmed by Prof Rena D’Souza, President, IADR. Also present at the meeting were Dr Christopher Fox, Executive Director, IADR and Prof Chuanbin Guo, President, IADR-APR amongst others. Many important issues were discussed at the session. Decisions towards the improvement of dental research in the region were also formulated. Planning for laying down the structures needed for successful implementation was also done here. Of note, special mention was made by Prof D’ Souza about the stellar role Dr SM Balaji played as Secretary General of the Indian Society For Dental Research (ISDR) in organizing the symposium on dental research at Saveetha Dental College, Chennai and the 30th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Dental Research at the Center for Dental Education and Research (CDER) in AIIMS, New Delhi in 2018. She noted that both the events were a grand success with the participation of over 1000 delegates.[/vc_column_text][vu_gallery type=”standard” layout=”2″ style=”with-space” space=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4943″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Rena D’ Souza at the IADR APR board meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4944″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Christopher Fox at the IADR APR board meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4945″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Chuanbin Guo at the IADR APR board meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4946″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Kazuhisa Yamazaki at the IADR APR board meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][/vu_gallery][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_layout=”boxed” equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=”” bg_type=”image” bg_image=”” color_overlay=”” enable_parallax=”” enable_pattern=””][vc_column layout=”normal” vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_column_text] Council meeting and council dinner hosted by Dr Angus Walls Prof SM Balaji also participated in the council meeting of the IADR. This saw active participation by all the international council members of the IADR. Following this was the IADR Council dinner hosted by Colgate, UK at the Tower Bridge, London. Dr Angus WH Walls, Past President, IADR, made the inaugural speech. He welcomed the distinguished members of the IADR to the dinner. Dr Kathryn Kell, President, FDI World Dental Federation attended the dinner. Also present was Dr Enzo Bondioni, Executive Director, FDI World Dental Federation.[/vc_column_text][vu_gallery type=”standard” layout=”3″ style=”with-space” space=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4950″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr SM Balaji at the IADR Council meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4951″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr SM Balaji seated with delegates at the IADR Council meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4952″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr SM Balaji participates in the IADR Council meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4953″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Angus Walls welcomes everyone at the Council dinner” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4954″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Kathryn Kell and Dr Enzo Bondioni of the FDI at the council dinner” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4955″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Angus Walls shares a lighter moment with other delegates” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4956″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr SM Balaji with Dr Rena D’ Souza, President IADR” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][/vu_gallery][vc_row_inner equal_height=”” animation_delay=”” disable=”” id=”” class=””][vc_column_inner vertical_align=”top” animation_delay=””][vc_column_text] Science information committee meeting of the IADR The IADR Science Information Committee (SIC) meeting was also conducted at the London Convention Center as part of the 94th IADR General Session and Exhibition. Dr Peter Mossey and Dr SM Balaji participated actively in the SIC meeting.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vu_gallery type=”standard” layout=”2″ style=”with-space” space=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4958″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Manu Mathur, Dr Peter Mossey and Dr Alexander Vieira at the Science Information Committee meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4959″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr SM Balaji at the Science Information Committee meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4960″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”Dr Christopher Fox at the Science Information Committee meeting” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][vu_gallery_item image=”4961″ ratio=”4:3″ size=”1×1″ title=”The Science Information Committee meeting in progress” subtitle=”” category=”” link_type=”lightbox” show_icon=”” class=””][/vu_gallery][vc_column_text] General session and exhibition opening ceremony in London Prof SM Balaji took part in the official opening ceremony of the 94th IADR General Session and Exhibition. The opening speech by Prof Rena D’Souza, President, IADR, was very thought provoking. It touched upon the pressing need for further research into all aspects of oral health. She thanked everyone who had been of immense help in assisting her in her research activities over the years. Prof SM Balaji met with Professor Mike Curtis, Executive Dean of Dentistry, Kings College of London, Guy’s Hospital. He also met...

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Dr SM Balaji’s visit to the University of Buenos Aires Hospital on Dr Gotta’s invitation

Dr SM Balaji at the University of Buenos Aires Hospital’s Department of Oral Surgery Dr SM Balaji was invited by Prof Sergio Gotta, Head of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Buenos Aires. He was given a guided tour of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery by Prof Gotta accompanied by Dr Maricel Marini, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and residents of the department. Prof Gotta explained to him the various measures that had been put in place for the benefit of the patients. Dr SM Balaji interacts with the staff of the hospital Dr SM Balaji spent some light hearted moments at the hospital cafeteria with Prof Gotta, Dr Marini and the residents. He later gave them complimentary copies of his Clinical Cranio Maxillofacial Surgery textbook and the current issue of the Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery, a Scopus indexed journal for which he is the Editor in Chief.

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Azerbaijan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Presentation Ceremony

Dr SM Balaji invited to attend the presentation ceremony of the Azerbaijan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AzSOMS) Dr. SM Balaji was invited to the presentation ceremony of the AzSOMS. This was held at the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Clinic of the Azerbaijan Medical University in Baku. Prof. Chingiz Rahimov, President, AzSOMS, had extended this invitation to Dr. SM Balaji. This was in recognition of his services and contributions towards craniomaxillofacial surgery. Dr SM Balaji introduces the International Cleft Lip and Palate Foundation to the audience As the authorized representative of the International Cleft Lip and Palate Foundation (ICPF), Dr. SM Balaji introduced the ICPF to the audience. He spoke about his passion towards the rehabilitation of children born with cleft lip and palate. Dr. SM Balaji also spoke about his extensive involvement with the International Cleft Lip and Palate Foundation. He described how the organization has touched the lives of patients with cleft lip and palate through its humanitarian surgical missions to poor nations. Dr. SM Balaji’s keynote speech on the Management of Craniofacial Clefts Dr. SM Balaji delivered the keynote speech on the topic of the Management of Craniofacial Clefts. He described key cases from his over 30 years of experience performing craniofacial surgeries. His keynote speech documented innovations made by him that led to significant improvement in the quality of life of the patients. The interactive Q&A session at the end of his keynote speech was very lively. Audience members asked him many questions on the management of craniofacial clefts. Prof SM Balaji answered all the questions with a depth that only comes from experience. Dr SM Balaji urged the residents of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to take up a career in treating craniofacial clefts. He said that the satisfaction of rehabilitating a child afflicted with such severe deformities is second to none. Dr. SM Balaji’s meeting with the Rector, His Excellency Dr. Garay Chingiz Garaybayli Dr SM Balaji then met with the Rector of Azerbaycan Tibb Universiteti, His Excellency Dr Garay Chingiz Garaybayli. He spent time with the Rector discussing issues pertaining to craniofacial surgical care. The Rector evinced a deep interest in Dr. SM Balaji’s opinions on the subject. Dr. SM Balaji presented the Rector with a copy of his “Clinical Craniomaxillofacial Surgery” book at the end of the meeting.

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Dr SM Balaji moderates an advanced scientific plenary session on the topic of pain control

Dr SM Balaji chosen to moderate session on pain control in light of his known expertise Dr SM Balaji chaired and moderated an advanced scientific plenary session the second plenary session that he moderated was on Local Anesthetics and Analgesic Drugs in Dentistry by Dr Monica Daublaender of the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Germany. This highly academic session delved into the details of pain control and the audience was completely engrossed by the presentation. Dr SM Balaji offers valuable insights on the topic in light of his 30 years surgical experience The scientific session was greatly enhanced by Dr SM Balaji’s insightful inputs into the topic and he offered some excellent practical tips that would provide optimal pain control for the patient. This is a topic that is of extreme practical value to all dentists and the question and answer session at the end of the session featured a lot of questions from the audience and the presenter and the moderator added great value to the discussions because of their experience as clinicians. Dr SM Balaji presented Dr. Monica Daublaender with a Certificate of Excellence at the end of her excellent scientific plenary session at the FDI Annual World Dental Conference in Buenos Aires.

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