Overview

The School of Dental Sciences, in collaboration with the Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences, is organizing a special program to commemorate World Oral Health Day alongside Mental Wellness Awareness for the Transgender Community. The event aims to promote holistic health by integrating oral health care with psychological well-being, with a focus on inclusivity and equitable access to healthcare services. Through oral health checkups and treatment, awareness sessions, and interactive discussions, the initiative seeks to address the unique health challenges faced by the transgender community.

Objectives of Event

  • To raise awareness about the importance of oral health and its impact on overall well-being.
  • To promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma associated with psychological issues among the transgender community.
  • To provide basic oral health screening and guidance for preventive care.

Convener Details

ADVISORS:

  1.  Dr Ajit Kumar, Director PR, Sharda University
  2. Dr. Hemant Sawhney, Dean, School of Dental Sciences

CONVENERS:

  1. Dr. Anviti Gupta, Professor & Dean, Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences
  2. Dr. Swati Sharma, Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, SDS
  3. Dr. Faisal Noor, Faculty In-charge, Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, SDS

Co-ordinators:

CO-CONVENER:

  1. Dr Sakchhi Tiwari, Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health Dentistry, SDS
  2. Ms. Mallika Dhagat, Department of Psychology, Sharda School of Humanities & Social Sciences (SSHSS)