The 22nd National OOO Symposium was held at Sibar Institute of Dental Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh on the theme “Breaking Barriers, Forging New Paths” on 21st and 22nd March 2025.

Faculty and postgraduate students from the Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, SDM College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Dharwad, actively participated in various scientific presentations.

Highlights of Participation:

• Dr. Kruthika Guttal, Professor, Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, chaired a scientific session at the conference.

Scientific Presentations:

• Dr. M D Bhuvaneshwari: Brunt of Edentulism on Oral and General Health – Awarded Best Paper.

• Dr. Brunda Devi K L: CBCT Assessment of Buccal and Lingual Alveolar Bone Thickness in Mandibular Premolar-Molar Region – A Pilot Study.

• Dr. Ashwini R B: Diverse Presentations of Ameloblastoma – A Retrospective Evaluation of Radiographic and Histological Features.

The symposium provided a valuable platform for academic exchange and recognition, highlighting the department’s commitment to research and excellence in the field of oral medicine.