BBMP plans to open free dental clinics at its eight zones in Bengaluru

In a significant move to provide accessible dental care, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is planning to establish free dental clinics across its eight zones in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to offer essential dental services to those who cannot afford private treatment.

BBMP’s proposal, still in its preliminary stages, envisions the launch of these clinics on a pilot basis. BBMP Chief Health Officer, Dr. Syed Sirajuddin Madini, reportedly emphasized the importance of such clinics for the welfare of economically disadvantaged individuals. BBMP recognizes the need for these clinics to aid people suffering from dental issues.

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As part of this project, BBMP plans to collaborate with dental colleges to ensure the availability of qualified dentists at these clinics, ensuring service quality comparable to that of government hospitals. Additionally, there is a proposal to introduce physiotherapy facilities at primary health centers, potentially expanding to include one dental clinic and physiotherapy facility per Assembly constituency, pending approval from the BBMP Chief Commissioner.

To support these new healthcare initiatives, the BBMP has allocated Rs 275 crore for health infrastructure improvements. BBMP is exploring the option of engaging doctors on call to enhance the service delivery at these new facilities. BBMP contemplates launching these dental clinics and physiotherapy facilities as soon as it receivse approval from the BBMP Chief Commissioner.

This initiative marks a crucial step towards improving healthcare accessibility in Bengaluru, ensuring that essential dental and physiotherapy services are within reach for all residents.