Madhu Hiremath and Disha P Sawant (Third-year students) achieved the prestigious Best Paper Award at the 50th KSDC Conference held in Bangalore from 29th November to 1st December 2024. Their paper, titled “Unveiling the Truths for a Healthier Smile, Demystifying the Myths in Dentistry: A Cross-Sectional Study”, was guided by Dr. Megha Mary George, Tutor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology. Heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved success! You both nailed it!

Abhirami S Babu and Spurthi G (Interns) won the Best Paper Award at the 50 th KSDC Conference in Bangalore for their research titled “Exploring Ergonomics Literacy Among Dental Students in Karnataka – A Cross-Sectional Study”. This accomplishment, under the guidance of Dr. Megha Mary George, Tutor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, is a testament to their dedication and hard work. Congratulations on your outstanding achievement!

Ishita Chopra & Satish Mestri (Interns) also shone at the 50th KSDC Conference by winning the Best Paper Award for their presentation titled “Revolutionizing Oral Healthcare with Digital Dentistry – An Overview”, guided by Dr. Kruthika Guttal, Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology. Additionally, they secured the Best Poster Award for their presentation titled “Beyond Biopsies – Salivary Metabolics as a Game Changer in OPMD and OSCC”, under the guidance of Dr. Megha Mary George, Tutor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology. Your hard work and commitment to excellence have truly paid off. Congratulations!

We are incredibly proud of all our students and their mentors for their remarkable achievements. These accolades reflect the dedication, innovation, and excellence that define our institution.