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Hans India
30-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
AIDSA applauds Telangana Dental Council's stand on OMFS scope
Hyderabad: The All India Dental Students and Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has expressed appreciation to the Telangana Dental Council (TDC) for issuing a landmark notification, which officially reaffirms the eligibility and authority of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OMFS) to perform facial aesthetic procedures and hair transplantation. This clarification, based on Gazette-published MDS Course Regulations (3rd Amendment, 2019) and multiple DCI communications, sets an important precedent and brings legal clarity to an area that has often been misrepresented or questioned by non-statutory bodies. Talking about the key highlights, the AIDSA president Dr Manzur Ahmed said that the OMFS specialists are legally authorized to perform aesthetic procedures involving the face, skin, hair, jaw, and bone. Telangana Dental Council has urged the public not to be misled by unauthorized organizations or individuals claiming otherwise. The statement is rooted in DCI guidelines, which hold legal enforceability under the Dentists Act, 1948. The notification reaffirms that OMFS procedures fall within the recognized scope of practice when conducted by DCI-registered professionals. The AIDSA has said that this notification empowers Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons to practice confidently, without fear or hesitation, across private, academic, and hospital setups. Postgraduate students in OMFS must be made aware of their full scope of training and encouraged to pursue advanced aesthetic skills under ethical standards. Dental clinics and hospitals can now expand services under OMFS departments, boosting patient satisfaction and interdisciplinary collaboration. Younger dental graduates now have clarity on future specialization choices, especially in the field of aesthetic facial surgery. AIDSA calls on other State Dental Councils to issue similar public notices to avoid confusion and bring uniformity across India. Dr Manzur said that this milestone aligns with AIDSA's long-standing advocacy to ensure professional recognition, scope protection, and public trust in dentistry. 'We believe such actions not only safeguard the rights of qualified dental professionals but also uplift the standard of healthcare delivered to the public,' said Dr Manzur, thanking the President and Registrar of the Telangana Dental Council for their transparent, proactive leadership and commitment to dental ethics.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons qualified to perform facial aesthetic procedures: Telangana Dental Council
The Telangana Dental Council has announced that Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OMFS) are fully qualified to perform facial aesthetic procedures and hair transplantation. Citing amendments made by the Dental Council of India (DCI) to the Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) Course Regulations, published in the Gazette of India on August 26, 2019, the Council stated that OMFS specialists undergo rigorous training that equips them with the skills necessary to carry out a wide range of complex procedures. These include oral surgery, craniofacial corrections, soft tissue reconstruction, management of facial trauma, TMJ surgeries, rhinoplasty, skull base surgeries, and aesthetic interventions on facial skin, muscles, bones, eyelids, and ears. The Council also recalled the vital role played by Maxillofacial Surgeons during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in treating cases of mucormycosis (black fungus), where their expertise in skull base and sinus surgeries was instrumental in saving lives. The Telangana Dental Council further pointed to multiple official communications from the DCI that validate the authority and competence of OMFS practitioners in the domain of aesthetic medicine and urged the public to not be misled by statements from any unauthorised organizations or councils.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
New dental & face surgery clinic opens at Pune's Inamdar hospital; to offer 24x7 trauma and implant care
Inamdar Multispeciality Hospital Elevates Emergency Care with New Dental & Face Surgery Clinic PUNE: In a significant enhancement to its comprehensive healthcare offerings, Inamdar Multispeciality Hospital (IMH), a NABH-accredited institution in Fatima Nagar, on Thursday announced the opening of its new Dental & Face Surgery Clinic. The facility was officially inaugurated and attended by prominent medical professionals and community leaders. This state-of-the-art clinic is designed to provide a full spectrum of dental, oral-maxillofacial, and periodontic care. Crucially, it is equipped to manage complex dental trauma and accident-related emergencies round the clock. By integrating surgical expertise, advanced imaging, and compassionate recovery support, the clinic aims to offer seamless, comprehensive care for patients facing critical facial injuries. The new unit will be led by a highly experienced team including Dr Rajat Bhende, MDS (OMFS), FHNO, Dr Priyadarshini Banerjee, MDS (OMFS), FFPS, and Dr Ritu Mathur, MDS (Periodontics). "Our vision for this centre extends beyond immediate care," stated Drs Bhende, Banerjee, and Mathur in a joint statement. "Over the next a few years, we aim for this facility to become Western India's primary referral hub for maxillofacial trauma, digital implantology, and facial reconstructive surgery. Through the introduction of 24-hour craniofacial emergency response, AI-guided treatment-planning, and fellowship-grade training programmes, we are committed to ensuring patients across Maharashtra can access world-class, research-backed care right here in Pune. "
