Goverment Dental College, Alappuzha

Academic Facilities

• The college currently operates from a temporary campus but has all the essential facilities for dental education.

• There are 5 classrooms for lectures and theory sessions.

• 4 laboratories are available:

  • 3 for preclinical training (hands-on practice before treating patients).

  • 1 casting lab for working with dental materials.

• A separate examination hall is used for internal and university exams.

Clinical Facilities

• The college has 9 dental specialty clinics covering major branches like Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Periodontics, etc.

• A radiology clinic is available for dental X-rays and imaging.

• A tobacco cessation clinic helps patients quit tobacco through counseling.

• An operation theatre is used for minor oral surgeries.

Library and Learning Resources

• The library is well-stocked with dental textbooks, journals, and reference materials.

• It supports students from first-year BDS to interns preparing for competitive exams.

Outreach and Public Service

• The college operates a Mobile Dental Van equipped with:

  • 2 dental chairs

  • Portable X-ray unit

  • Autoclave (for sterilizing instruments)

  • Generator

  • Seating for 12 people

• This van is used for dental camps and outreach programs in rural areas.

Other Amenities

• Sports facilities are available for student recreation.

• A museum displays dental models and educational exhibits.

• Administrative offices support student and staff needs.

• Parking space is provided for staff, students, and patients.

For more details please visit:https://www.gdcalappuzha.org/