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Prof. Meghashyam Bhat is a public health dentist and oral epidemiologist affiliated with the Adelaide Dental School under the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Adelaide. His research focuses on oral epidemiology, preventive dentistry, and public health, with particular emphasis on marginalized populations and socio-economic disparities in oral health.
- Qualifications: BDS, MDS (Community Dentistry), PGDHHM (India), MPH (Ireland), Ph.D (Australia), DDPH RCS (Eng), MDTFEd (RCS Edin), Certificate in Leadership (Canada)
His research interests span the epidemiology of oral diseases, oral health-related quality of life, risk indicators for periodontal diseases, and oral health disparities in underserved communities. His recent work has explored maternal-fetal oral health connections, pandemic impacts on dental academia, and the interplay between socio-economic factors and periodontal diseases.
Publications highlight trends in oral epidemiology, preventive dentistry, and public health interventions for marginalized groups. Articles from 2024-2013 emphasize cross-sectional analyses, risk factor clustering, and health behavior determinants in rural Indian and Caribbean populations.
He is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD candidates and maintains affiliations with global institutions, reflecting his commitment to international collaborative research.
