Oral and maxillofacial pathology is the specialty of dentistry and pathology that investigates the cause, nature, process and effects of the diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. Department of oral pathology is also involved in training the undergraduates in oral biology, a composite of basic Dental Sciences & their clinical applications which includes instructions in the subject of Dental Morphology, Oral Embryology, Oral Histology and Oral Physiology. This is essential for understanding the histological basis of various dental treatment procedures.

The Department of Oral Pathology embarked in 2007, headed by Dr. S. Nalin Kumar

Head of the Department:
Dr. Nalin Kumar, M.D.S, Professor and Head
BDS: Ragas Dental College & Hospital, Chennai
MDS: Ragas Dental College & Hospital, Chennai
Dr. Nalin Kumar M.D.S, had been awarded gold medal for his outstanding performances in postgraduation examinations and his excellent performance continued even after becoming teacher when he was awarded the “Best Teacher Award” from Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University. He has 12yrs of experience and his research skills adds to his credits with numerous national and international publications and presentations.

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