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The Department of Dentistry at Starcare Hospital offers avant-garde dentistry treatment to people experiencing various types of dental troubles. We have state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose and provide the best services with precise and efficient treatments. At our hospital, we offer Orthodontistry, Prosthodontistry, Paediatric Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implant, and Laser Treatments. Our team of dentists is highly trained and experienced to treat people with the equipment that aids in comprehensive diagnosis and providing treatment.

Dentistry is the medical study of the teeth and mouth. The Dentist is a trained professional who helps care for the teeth and mouth.

Some orthodontists specialise in improving dental flaws such as overcrowded teeth, crooked teeth, and jaw alignment. There are Prosthodontists who prevent, diagnose, and treat facial irregularities and tooth and facial restoration, thus helping you achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile. Starcare Hospital has a team of Dentists, comprising orthodontists and Prosthodontists, to provide first-class Dentistry Treatment.

Paediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry where the Dentist offers oral health care for infants and children through adolescence, keeping their teeth healthy by removing plaque buildup and food debris stuck in the teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry: It focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. Our hospital's Dentists provide common cosmetic treatments, including teeth whitening, dental bonding, veneers and dental implants. With our dentistry services and treatment, we earned a position as one of the best Cosmetic Dental Hospitals in Kozhikode, treating people who offer cosmetic dental treatment.

What Is Dental Implant

Artificial teeth are surgically implanted into the jaw to improve chewing function or beauty. They're used to prop up prosthetic teeth like dentures, bridges, and crowns. After getting an implant, our dentist advises patients to schedule appointments to keep track of good oral hygiene and provide necessary treatment depending on the prevailing condition. In addition, it's important to plan for periodic examinations.

Three stages of dental implants

  • Stage 1 is the information gathering, assessment and planning phase.
  • Stage 2 is the surgical phase, when the implant fixture is placed into your jawbone.
  • Stage 3 is the final implant, where the crown is placed on the fixture.

Dr Anju P Consultant periodontal surgeon, implantologist and laser specialist. Starcare Hospital, a Dental Hospital in Kozhikode, specialises in treating gum disease. It causes bleeding, a bad smell in the mouth, and a gap between the teeth caused by unhygienic tooth care, plaque deposits, and calculus. These bacterial deposits may lead to aggressive periodontitis, especially in young age groups below 18. Periodontium is caused by diabetes, smoking and vitamin D deficiency. There's a two-way relationship between diabetes and gum disease. Diabetes that is not controlled well leads to higher blood sugar levels in the mouth fluids. This promotes the growth of bacteria that cause gum disease. If left untreated, it may cause the blood sugar to rise and make it harder to control diabetes.

Our Dentist prefers Flap Surgery to perform the procedures at the root of the tooth and the bone. This procedure involves separating the gum from the teeth, allowing the dentist to have control over the complete visibility during the procedure, resulting in increased treatment and surgical effectiveness. Our dentist prefers this treatment method for treating periodontal damage.

A serious gum infection that damages gums and can destroy the jawbone is called periodontitis, caused by poor oral hygiene. It can lead to tooth loss. It's a risk factor for heart and lung diseases. Red, swollen, and feeling weak gum tissues are common symptoms of periodontitis. During Dental Treatment, the pockets around the teeth are cleaned by an oral surgeon to protect the surrounding bone.

Our Dentists suggest surgery for patients suffering from advanced cases. Tooth cleaning, polishing and oral hygiene are very important. Periodontal treatment can reduce infection and rebuild your bone and tissue to some degree.

Signs of serious gum disease

Bad breath, swollen gums, bleeding gums, painful chewing, loose teeth, sensitive teeth. You can do self-care at home by brushing your teeth at least twice daily. Replace your toothbrush every three months and visit your dentist at least once a year.

Five Stages Of Gum Disease

  • Gingivitis: Compared to periodontitis, this is the beginning phase of gum disease. Your gums will get red and swell up when you suffer from gingivitis. However, at this stage, you won't experience any bone loss around your teeth.
  • Mild Periodontitis: Prolonged gingivitis may progress to early periodontitis. There is bone loss around the teeth, and the gums have begun to erode. The result is the accumulation of plaque, tartar, and bacteria in areas your toothbrush fails to contact.
  • Moderate Periodontitis: As periodontitis develops, you lose even more bone around the teeth. Your gums become sore and tender.
  • Severe Periodontitis: The disease becomes more severe when periodontitis is left untreated. Gums will bleed, and there's often pus and infection around the gum line, leading to chronic bad breath.
  • Advanced Periodontitis: This infection impacts the jawbone so that teeth may be lost. You might have experienced persistent pain.

For patients who are afraid of surgeries, laser treatment is done to remove infections. At Starcare Hospital, our dentists are trained to offer dental laser treatment, which is opted for by the patient according to the type of surgery they are interested in opt-in for.

For patients afraid of surgeries, laser treatment is done to remove infections.

Dr Daniya Ahammed, General Dentist Starcare Hospital specialist in the root canal, artificial teeth implant. Also, there's Dr Laiju Abdulla, prosthodontist, Starcare Hospital Kozhikode chief of the versatile dental department known as "La dent Studio-Let your smile be confident "as their tagline.

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  • Dr.Saima Ruqiyya K
  • Dr.Athira S Raj
  • Dr. Nikhil O Govindan
  • Dr. Laiju Abdulla
  • Dr. ANJU P

Dr.Saima Ruqiyya K

Dr.Saima Ruqiyya K

BDS

General Dentist

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Dr.Saima Ruqiyya K

MON TO SAT (9:30AM TO 6:00PM)

 

Qualification

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery 2018- 19 Internship Batch at Kmct Dental College)

Experience

Safe Dento Care ,Pulikkal, Malappuram (2 Years 2 Months)

Clinical Skills

Diagnosis and interpretation of x-rays.

Scaling and polishing.

Restoration of anterior and posterior teeth(layering and bioclear).

extraction of deciduous and permanent teeth.

Endondontic therapy of anterior and posterior teeth, Core build up of root canal treated

Pulpectomy, pulpotomy, silver diamine fluoride treatment of deciduous teeth.

Teeth preparation for PFM,ceramic facing,all ceramic crown.

Stainless steel crown and space maintainer placement .

Cementation of crown.

Knowledge regarding inlays, onlays, veneers.

Knowledge regarding consious sedation.

Knowledge regarding orthopedic and myofunctional appliances, orthodontic bracket placement,retainers

CD, RPD, alveoloplasty.

Knowledge reagarding peridontal procedures.

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Dr.Athira S Raj

Dr.Athira S Raj

BDS

General Dentist

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Dr.Athira S Raj

MON TO SAT (9:30AM TO 6:00PM)

 

Qualification

BDS – Bachelor of Dental Surgery 2022-23 Internship Batch at Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital

Clinical Skills

Scaling and polishing

Extraction of deciduous and permanent teeth

Restoration of anterior and posterior teeth(layering and bioclear).

Complete and removable partial dentures

Alveoloplasty

Pulpotomy

Diagnosis and interpretation of x-rays.

Stainless steel crown and space maintainer placement .

Knowledge regarding teeth preparation for PFM, ceramic facing, all ceramic crown.

Knowledge regarding inlays, onlays, veneers.

Knowledge regarding consious sedation.

Knowledge regarding orthopedic and myofunctional appliances, orthodontic bracket placement, retainers

Knowledge reagarding peridontal procedures.

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Dr. Nikhil O Govindan

Dr. Nikhil O Govindan

MDS,OMFS,FCLPS

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

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Dr. Nikhil O Govindan

On Call

 

Qualification

Fellowship In Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery (Sep 2020) BMJH Banglore.RGUHS Banglore.

MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) – Maxillofacial (MARCH 2011) – SRM Dental College, Ramapuram, Chennai.

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)- (AUGUST 2007) – J.K.K Nataraja Dental College – The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R medical University- Tamilnadu – India.

Experience

Consultant Maxillofacial surgeon at Sun Medical and Research centre, Trichur

Observer at Smiletrain centre Aster MIMS, Calicut (16.1.2019to 30.8.2019) 7 Months.

Observer at MVR Cancer Centre, Calicut (15.6.2018 to 15.1.2019) 7 Months.

Observer at TIHANS Thrissur under Dr Varghese Mani (01.01.2018 to 30.5.2018) 5 Months.

Lecturer in Sree Anjaneya Dental College, Atholi, Calicut. (3.4.2013 to 31.12.2017) 4 years and 8 months.

Lecturer in Govt. Medical College Thrissur. (20-06-2011 to 1-3-2013) 1year and 8months • Over 9 Years of experience after Post Graduation

MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon) Zahn Fortis Dental& Maxillofacial Centre

Additional Training

Maxillofacial trauma (Govt Medical college Thrissur) – (1 year and 8 months)

Orthognathic Surgery (TIHANS Thrissur) (2 Years).

Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery,Charles Pinto Centre, Jubilee Mission Hospital, Trichur (3 months).

Head & Neck Surgical Oncology,Regional Cancer Centre(RCC), Trivandrum, Kerala (3 months).

Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at MVR Cancer centre (7 months).

Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery at Aster MIMS (7 months).

Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery Fellowship at BMJH Banglore. (1 Year).

Publications

Versatility of lazys cervicomastoid approach in condylar fracture. A prospective study of 5 cases” .KDJ 2014, VOL 37, NO 1; 49-54.

Management of zygomatic arch fractures; Keens buccal sulcus approach. A case report.” IOSR-JDMS 2017, vol 16, issue 6.

“Management of mandibular angle fracture. A brief review of literature.” JAOMSI: Kerala 2017 VOL 10.

“Temperomandibular Joint Synovial Chondromatosis Posing as Diagnostic Dilemma: A case Report.” JMaxillofac. Oral Surg 2019.

“Efficacy of 2mm locking miniplates in the management of mandibular fractures without INF: A Prospective study.” International Journal of medical & health research. Vol 6: issue w 9:2020.

“Comparison of Koener incision(Envelope) and Wards incision (triangular)For Surgical Removal of impacted mandibular third molar. A randomized comparative clinical study”. IOSR JDMS Vol 19: issue 13: ver 9.

“Quality Assessement of Systematic reviews of TMJ Ankylosis surgical treatment Outcomes”. Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice 2020: 10.5005.

“Orthodontic Bracket in Osteotomy Site Post BSSRO: Utmost unusual complicated case Report”. Saudi J Med: January 2019: 4(1):36-40.

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Dr. Laiju Abdulla

Dr. Laiju Abdulla

BDS, MSc (UK), MFDSRCS (UK), FICOI (Canada)

Consultant Prosthodontist & Implantologist

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Dr. Laiju Abdulla

MON to SAT (10 AM to 5 PM)

 

Qualification

BDS – University of Calicut, India Feb 2000

MFDSRCS* – Royal College of Surgeons of England, London, UK June 2002

IQE° – General Dental Council, UK March 2004

MSc (Prosthodontics) University of Manchester Sep 2005

Clinical Masters in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry – University of the Pacific ADA (Dubai centre) April 2013

Member of Faculty of Dental Surgery of Royal College of Surgeons

International Qualifying Examination

Experience

Nov 2011 -Specialist Prosthodontist

Mediclinic Meadows clinic & Arabian Ranches Clinics Dubai, UAE

Specialist Registrar – April 2010-May 2011

Dental Care Services – Dubai Health Authority, Dubai

General Dental Practitioner & Prosthodontist Prestwich, Manchester, UK – Sep 2005-Jan 2009

The Bank Practice

MSc Trainee- Sep 2004-Sep 2005 Manchester Dental School, UK

Community Dental Officer – June 2004-Sep 2004

Runcorn Dental access centre, Runcom, UK

Senior House Officer – Sep 2002-Feb 2004

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Bradford Royal Infirmary & Kingston Hospital, UK

Clinical Assistant – May 2002-Sep 2002

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Queen Mary’s University Hospital, Roehampton, UK

Senior House Officer Aug 2000 May 2001

Paediatric Dentistry King’s College dental institute, London.

Awards & Achievements

4 Colgate Palmolive awards and scholarships for highest aggregate marks scored in the university examinations: BDS 1st, 200,30 & final years exams: in 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 respectively.

Medal &Award by Indian dental association for securing first place in the BDS final examination conducted by university of Calicut. —1998

Dr. V.K. Mani award for scoring highest marks in Prosthetic dentistry examination conducted by university of Calicut in 1998

Merit certificate & Award by Indian society of Periodontology for securing first place in Periodontology examination of University of Calicut in 1998 5. Best Outgoing Student award in 1998 by Indian Dental Association, Calicut, India

Clinical Experience

Prosthodontics

Since completing my post-graduate course in Prosthodontics in the University of Manchester, I have been treating patients both in the UK & UAE with various aesthetic and restorative procedures including Teeth whitening, Veneers, Crowns, Bridges, Inlays and Onlays. I have undertaken training in the placement and restoration of all major implant systems like Straumann, Ankylos, Astra implants. Recently I have completed a hands on Clinical Masters programme conducted by University of the Pacific, conducted by Dental Tribune in Dubai and I was able to refine my techniques with the most recent advances in aesthetic and restorative dentistry.

General Dentistry

Since qualifying in 1999, I have had the opportunity work in various specialities in dentistry. I have wide experience in doing routine restorations including Amalgam and Composite fillings, Root canal treatment, management of trauma, Extractions and minor oral surgical procedures like surgical removal of roots, wisdom teeth etc. I am also very interested in treating children and can use relative analgesia with nitrous oxide to reduce anxiety and improve patient experience both for children and adults. I am capable of doing conservative, minor surgical treatment, treatment of children with special needs as well as management of emergency cases of minor trauma to face and teeth.

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

She was the Senior House Officer in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for two years in large NHS hospital departments where she has gained experience in the clinical management of soft and hard tissue trauma including lacerations and facial fractures. learnt the medical aspects of patient care more thoroughly including pre-operative assessment, ordering appropriate investigations, Intravenous fluid therapy and pain management.

Research & Audit Experience

An In-vitro study of peel strength of Fibre- reinforced composites (MSc thesis). The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of thickness of Fibre-reinfored composite resin bonded retainer on its tensile peel strength. The results showed a significant linear relationship between the thickness of Fibre-reinforced composite retainer and its peel strength values (p value <0.001), higher values being recorded with increasing thickness

Antibiotic prescription for children by general dental practitioners

This prospective audit was conducted at King’s dental institute, London. The audit revealed that about one third of our referred patients had to wait inappropriately long, before being seen by a Paediatric dentist

Audit of maxillofacial trauma at Kingston hospital

Has set up an ongoing trauma database to look at various aspects of trauma patients attended our A&E at Kingston hospital, UK . Was involved in data collection of an audit on blood loss in orthognathic surgery at Kingston hospital, UK.

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Dr. ANJU P

Dr. ANJU P

BDS, MDS Periodontology

Periodontal Surgeon, Implantologist & Laser Specialist

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Dr. ANJU P

OP Timing

Every Thursday 10am to 12pm

 

Qualification

BDS (Graduation) from the Government Dental College, Kozhikkode, Kerala, India. Completed in 2011

MDS (Periodontics and Implantology) (3 year post graduation course) from Government Dental College in Kottayam (KUHS), Kerala, India. Completed in 2016.

Areas of interest

It is comprehensive periodontal therapy, perio medicine (management of medically compromised patients), periodontal plastic surgery, perio-esthetic procedures (smile correction surgeries), PRF therapy, laser therapy, laser surgery, minimally invasive periodontal surgery, piezosurgery, and implant surgeries.

Experience

Consultant Periodontal surgeon and laser dentist at Starcare hospital, Kozhikkode, 2023 – Present.

Consultant Periodontal surgeon and laser dentist in various reputed dental clinics in and around Calicut City, 2023 – Present.

General dentist and periodontist at Starcare hospital, Kozhikkode, 2021- 2023.

Worked as dental surgeon while managing a private dental clinic at Kunnamangalam, 2020- 2021

Worked as dental surgeon (Periodontics) at govt. district hospital, Kannur, 2019- 2020.

Consultant Periodontal surgeon in various reputed dental clinics in and around Calicut City, 2017- 2020.

Senior resident (Periodontics) at Govt.Dental college, Kottayam, 2016 -2017.

Successfully completed 3 years of clinical and academic works as a Post Graduate resident (Periodontics) from Govt dental college, Kottayam, 2013 – 2016.

Worked as Assistant Dental Surgeon in private Dental Clinic, Koyilandy, 2011 –2013.

Research experience

Comparison of single flap approach to double flap approach for effective management of intra-osseous defects in chronic periodontitis –a randomised controlled trial. (ICMR approved)

Patient reported outcome assessment of periodontal therapy

Influence of gingival biotypes on the prevalence of periodontitis in a teritiary care centre– a cross sectional study

Training

Achieved extensive clinical training in Laser therapy, Piezosurgery, Implant Surgery, Periodontal plastic surgery, minimally invasive periodontal surgery during junior residency.

Practical experience gained through hands on training in implants, piezosurgery, microsurgery and rotary endodontics

Attending workshops on Basic Life Support regularly.

Succesfully completed the certificate course in essentials of palliative care from IPM, Kozhikkode which helps in providing holistic patient care.

Clinical Skills

Experienced in various aspects of periodontology including surgical periodontal therapy, laser assisted periodontal therapy and implants.

Papers presented

‘Periodontal negligence – a short cut to BRONJ’ at ISP 38th national annual conference, Kochi, October 2013

‘Light vs knife: innovation outplacing tradition’ at SPIK midterm conference, Thrissur , December ,2013

‘Lasers: might of light in periodontics’ at 46th Kerala state dental conference, Kollam, January, 2014

‘Modified J hook-a novel contraption’ at 39th ISP national conference, October 2014. Jaipur

‘An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure’ at 13th ISP national PG convention, Mangalore, March, 2014

‘Periostin – awakening the sleeping giant’ at Perio-prayaan, Cde programme and students convention, Trivandrum, December 2014

‘Salvation of paralyzed molars: an interdisciplinary approach’ at 8th national ISPRP conference, Mahe, August 2015

‘MIST vs conventional technique in the management of isolated interproximal intraosseous defects- a RCT’ at SPIK midterm conference, December 2015

‘Piezosurgery Symposium’ at SPIK midterm conference, Kottayam, February 2015

Faculty speaker on ‘Lasers and Implants – Advances in dentistry’ at Starcare Hospital, February, 2023

Papers published

RM Baiju, Peter Elbe, N.O.Varghese, P.Anju. Patient reported outcome assessment of periodontal therapy: A systematic review. Journal of clinical and diagnostic research. Vol 11(8); August 2017:ZC14-ZC19

Kurien J T,Narayan V, Baiju R M, Anju P, Thomas SG. The influence of gingival biotypes on gingival health: A cross sectional study in a tertiary care centre. IP Int J Periodontol Implantol 2021:6(2):103-108.

Anju P., PresanthilaJanam, Baiju R.M. BRONJ: A Periodontist’s Perception, Journal of Society of Periodontists and Implantologists of Kerala. Volume 7 (3); May 2014:144-147.

Anju P., Baiju R.M., Presanthila Janam. Pyogenic Granuloma and Pregnancy Tumour. Journal of Clinical Dentistry. Vol 3(1); December 2013: 61-63.

Anju P., Baiju R.M., ShibuGodrey Pereira, Tony Kurien J., Deepthi V. Minimally invasive techniques in periodontal regeneration – a review. Journal of North Malabar IDA. Vol 30 (1); Jan- March 2017: 13-17.

Anju P., Deepthi V., Shibu Godrey Pereira, Baiju R.M. Guided Bone Regeneration – a review. Journal of Society of Periodontists and Implantologists of Kerala. Vol 9(1): Jan 2017:19-27.

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