Media Release

Mangaluru, Oct 30: The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the BBA department organized a successful dental check up programme at Srinivas University on October 22. The event, which took place aimed to spread awareness about the importance of oral health and provide free dental checkups for students.

Gopika delivered an insightful presentation that focused on dental hygiene and preventive care, emphasizing the long-term benefits of regular dental maintenance. Following the presentation, over 70 students from BBA Fintech and hospital administration participated in complimentary dental checkups conducted by five skilled dentists from the university’s dental department.

In addition to the dental checkups, Gopika and her team led an interactive session addressing common dental issues and fostering discussions on maintaining a healthy mouth. Students learned about proper brushing, flossing techniques, the role of nutrition in dental health, and preventive measures for common oral issues such as cavities and gum disease. The session also highlighted how maintaining good oral health can contribute to overall well-being.

The participation was commendable, with 70 students, along with faculty members and NSS volunteers, working together to ensure the smooth coordination of the event. The dental experts provided their valuable services to all participants, making the event a well-rounded educational and health-centric initiative. In conclusion, the programme successfully met its objectives, raising awareness on dental health and providing necessary care to students, thanks to the joint efforts of the NSS unit, faculty members, and dental professionals.

The session was organized under the guidance of Dr Venkatesh S Amin – dean, Prof Shilpa K - HOD of BBA, Prof Shwetha N S - course co-ordinator of BBA, Prof Bharathi and Prof S Seethalaxmi - NSS co-ordinators.