Punjab

National Periodontist Day Celebrated at Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital 

February 26, 2025
Sri Fatehgarh Sahib/26 Feb : 
(Ravinder Singh Dhindsa)
 
National Periodontist Day was celebrated in collaboration with the Dentistry Club by the Department of Periodontics at Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital, an integral part of Desh Bhagat University. The day marked the foundation of the Indian Society of Periodontology (ISP), which aims to promote and enhance knowledge and science of Periodontology in India. This year’s celebration was extra special, as ISP is commemorating its 50th Anniversary, the Golden Jubilee Year of its establishment.The one-day celebration evolved into a full week of events, featuring various activities and competitions for both patients and students. These included awareness lectures, dental camps, a Rangoli competition, a face painting competition, a Happy Smile contest, and a Reel making contest. Students and staff members actively participated throughout the week, contributing to the success of the celebration.The inaugural ceremony took place at the Department of Periodontics, where the esteemed Chancellor, Dr. Zora Singh, and Pro-Chancellor, Dr. Tajinder Kaur, inaugurated the event by releasing golden-colored balloons into the sky, symbolizing the Golden Jubilee celebration of ISP. The dignitaries were formally welcomed in the Department of Periodontics, followed by a cake-cutting ceremony. Chancellor Dr. Zora Singh and Pro-Chancellor Dr. Tajinder Kaur distributed gifts and certificates to the competition winners, congratulating them on their achievements and sharing inspiring words about the significance of Periodontist Day. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Vikram Bali, Principal of Desh Bhagat Dental College. The celebration provided a wonderful platform to raise awareness about Periodontology and the vital role of periodontists in maintaining oral health.
 
 
 
 
 

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