The focus of this department is on providing dental care to the community as a whole, rather than just individual patients. They achieve this by organizing various programs such as community dental programs, school-based oral health awareness programs, dental camps, and training programs for health professionals on oral health. Additionally, they use different information, education, and communication (IEC) materials to raise patient awareness. The department also conducts surveys and research on dental public health issues.

They have a team of dental public health experts, dental surgeons, and support staff who work together. Furthermore, the department owns a mobile dental van that provides dental services to rural areas and communities.