Mon Mar 17 13:06:49 UTC 2025: ## GITAM Dental College Launches Oral Health Week
**Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh – March 17, 2025** – GITAM Dental College & Hospital in Visakhapatnam launched an “oral health week” program on Monday, highlighting the importance of oral health for overall well-being. Principal V. Narasimha Rao emphasized the significant impact of oral health on psychosocial aspects like self-confidence and social interaction, noting that oral diseases affect an estimated 3.5 billion people globally.
The college, which treats a wide range of oral diseases including dental caries, gum disease, and oral cancer, underscored its commitment to promoting oral health and providing comprehensive care. Department head Manish Kumar added that the college’s community medicine department actively engages in public outreach through oral health camps. The initiative aims to raise awareness and provide essential dental services to the community.
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