The Department of Paediatric & Preventive dentistry is multispeciality department in Government Dental College & Hospital, Cuddalore district dedicated to provide comprehensive dental care for children and adolescents from birth till the age of 13 years. It offers a wide range of services aimed at diagnosing, preventive care, restorative & endodontic treatments, behaviour management based on psychological approach, preventive & interceptive orthodontic care, emergency dental treatment, special child dentistry, community outreach services and care of abused children. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities like conscious sedation unit and staffed by experienced paediatric dentists who are skilled in managing the unique dental needs of young children with various behaviour management techniques.

The department is also involved in academic and research activities, contributing to advancements in paediatric dental care and training the next generation of dentists.