Let’s raise a standing ovation for the students of the Faculty of Dental Sciences behind the awards-winning drama " *Through Her Eyes* ". DramSoc - inter Faculty Drama Competition 2024 was held on 25th October 2024
Winners of the Best Drama - Faculty of Dental Sciences
Best Director- Lahiru Dalugoda
Best Actor - Dayanjith Premalal
Best Actress - Dahami Bandara
Best Supporting Actor Chamuditha Galkaduwa
Best Costumes - Lahiru Dalugoda and Beenu Mithara
World Children's Day Celebration was held on 01 st of October 2024 at the faculty of Dental Sciences. It was aimed at raising awareness about early childhood oral health among preschool teachers through a series of expert talks, engaging drama performances, and the recognition of student achievements. Leading professionals and students were brought together to highlight the importance of oral health in children's overall development.
This program designed to educate, inspire, and celebrate efforts in promoting better oral health practices for young children. The initiative showcases the Faculty of Dental Sciences' commitment to community engagement and the well-being of future generations. Sponsored by Clogard.
We are pleased to announce that Professor Shyama Banneheka has been appointed as the new Dean of the Faculty of Dental Sciences at the University of Peradeniya. With an illustrious career in academia and a profound commitment to advancing dental education, Professor Banneheka brings a wealth of experience and vision to this esteemed position.
From July 29th to August 9th, 2024, the Faculty of Dental Sciences at the University of Peradeniya, in collaboration with the Rotary Foundation, Sri Lanka, successfully conducted an intensive voacitonal training program on Treatment of Dental and Maxillo-Facial Disorders. The program featured a series of workshops and live surgical sessions led by renowned international experts in the field.
Key Highlights:
• Mr. Sajid Sainuddin led the program with a hands-on live surgical session and a workshops focused on virtual surgical planning for head and neck reconstruction, providing participants with critical insights into cutting-edge surgical techniques.
• Dr. Andrew Fletcher and Dr. Annette Wyllie conducted specialized workshops on sedation, enhancing participants' knowledge and practical skills in this essential aspect of dental surgery.
• Dr. Anand Nadgir hosted workshops on advanced life-saving procedures, equipping attendees with the skills needed for handling complex emergencies in dental and maxillofacial surgery.
• Dr. Tim O’Brien and Dr. Andrew Buddle made significant contributions by reviewing the curriculum for quality assurance and accreditation in dental education. They also conducted a mini-audit of the BDS curriculum at the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya, and are preparing a comprehensive report.
• Dr. Caryl led workshops on prosthetic planning and the use of implants in the rehabilitation of head and neck defects, providing crucial training in these advanced procedures.
• Dr. Sandya Nadgir delivered a guest lecture on sexual and contraceptive health, offering valuable knowledge to participants, thereby broadening the scope of the vocational training program.
The event was a significant success, enriching the skills and knowledge of the participants and enhancing the Faculty of Dental Sciences' commitment to excellence in education and patient care. The collaboration with the Rotary Foundation, Sri Lanka, and the contributions of these esteemed professionals underscore the University of Peradeniya's dedication to advancing dental and maxillofacial healthcare in the region.
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Join us in extending heartfelt congratulations to the brilliant minds behind "නිරුවත"" , who have triumphed as the FIRST PLACE winners in the short film competition "Don't Swallow the Bait" conducted by Sexual and Gender-Based Harrasment and Sexual Violence Committee(SGBVC) together with Alumni Association, University of Peradeniya(AAUP) and Peradeniya University Alumni Australia Victoria Chapter(PUAAViC).Your remarkable storytelling, boundless creativity, and unwavering dedication have set you apart, captivating audiences and judges alike.Your win is a testament of your talent and hard work, and we couldn't be prouder of your well-deserved success.Here's to the beginning of an exciting journey filled with endless possibilities and continued excellence. Keep inspiring us with your cinematic brilliance!
Professor Karthikeyan Ramalingam and Professor Monal Yuwanati from the Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, India visited the Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya and the Dental Teaching Hospital Peradeniya on 14.03.2024 and delivered a guest lecture on Quality of life outcomes among patients with oral cancer. They had also discussed future activities under the existing MoU between Faculty of Dental Sciences, University of Peradeniya and Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, India.
Dr. Ajay Chhabra, Professor & Head of the Department of Dentistry & Associate Dean Research in the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Kalyani, West Bengal, India visited the Faculty of Dental Sciences.
Under the VC Lecture Series, a distinguished academic from the university is invited to deliver the aforementioned lecture. Prof Dileep De Silva has been honored with the invitation to deliver the lecture for February 2024.
Dr. Gayani Nawarathna has received the Best Oral Research Presentation award for the research titled " The effects of L-theanine- caffeine combination on selective attention in sleep-deprived young adults: A double blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study." at the Kandy Society of Medicine, 46th Annual Academic Sessions 2024.
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