Category: Dentist News

With alarming  statistics of 80,000 new cases of ORAL CANCER being diagnosed every year in India alone, the role of the  general dentist is pivotal  in early detection of ORAL CANCER and patient education. Dr. Noronha’s presentation highlighted the importance of early detection,  the difficulties faced in diagnosing spots and lesions, to mis-diagnosing them as normal variations of the oral mucosa and the role of the general dentist in creating awareness and immediate intervention. Dr. Fernando explained how thorough knowledge and quick action can reduce the rates of malignant transformation. He explained the key points at the Interdisciplinary Clinical Research and Update program, held at the Goa Dental College, On the 3rd of October 2015.

post by Dr. Ankita                                      

Today was a special day dedicated to Special children of the Peace Heaven School in Caranzalem. Special they were .. they had good oral hygiene, they enjoy life and take things in life so easy, are an inspiration to all of us.

Today was one of my best day experience. I  feel so satisfied  from the inside  after helping these children with their dental problems. I feel that  God has given us everything and still we are unsatisfied. Looking at these children how happy and carefree despite having problems and limitations was an inspiration to me. I feel that these special children have a better understanding than all of us who are ‘supposed to be special’. I cannot forget a particular girl called Avita. she was so cooperative, just kept her mouth open for the whole procedure and inspite  of the pain she might have been having did not have a lethargic face at the end at all. In fact she was smiling at the end. I really appreciate these children and am happy to become a part of them.

I am thankful to Dr. Fernando Noronha , my guide , all my colleagues Dr, Anagha, Dr. Roshni and Dr.Sneha and the clinic staff Geeta and Fatima as well as the Sister from Peace Heaven school who cooperated with us and gave us this great opportunity

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For the second year in sucession Dr. Fernando Noronha has been offering a series of lectures for the nursing students of SAHAYATA  Home care Nursing School, a  unit of Rugnashalaya suported by the Rotary Club of Panaji,  Midtown.  The new batch comprised of 20 students of various backgrounds and from around the corners of Goa. The  talk covered the role of the Nurse. Ethics in nursing and functions of the Nurse in Dentistry. Oral anatomy  was introduced and a written activity  on the same was performed.

The Powerpoint presentation at the National Conference made simple for uploading… please leave your suggestions and comments. Thank you.

13 th to the 15th February was a thrilling and eventful time at the 68th Annual Indian Dental Conference in Bangalore. With over 4500 delegates and more than 500 papers being presented  and speakers from all over the world the conference was a truly enriching and we felt proud to be there. We came back so full of dentistry ( we are always HIGH on it !!) that for days we were eating, laughing and sharing experiences of those days. From the Apartment that we were lodged Alpha tower in  Lakeside Habitat, to the cultural evening, the trade fair, the scientific sessions, the evening dining at Santa Banta, rickshaw experiences and meeting up with friends made our 2 days seem too short.

Dr Anagha presented a paper on “Fluorides”  and the need for incorporating them in routine use, and was well praised and applauded

Dr. Fernando presented on “Non surgical management of large periapical Lesions” and was well received by the participants.