Colgate-Palmolive India has broken new ground in dental education by conducting the inaugural metaverse masterclass for budding dental students. Renowned dental experts, Dr. Sandesh Mayekar and Dr. Svapna Koppikar, the Director of Professional Oral Care at Colgate-Palmolive APAC, served as mentors for the selected students, focusing on the theme of "Setting up a dental clinic."

Revolutionizing Dental Education in the Metaverse

Baker-E, a leading experiential design company, played a pivotal role in this venture, crafting a captivating virtual reality experience that intricately illustrates the multifaceted process of establishing a prosperous dental clinic. This immersive experience delivers invaluable real-world insights. As the metaverse rapidly gains traction across diverse industries, Colgate-Palmolive demonstrates its commitment to fostering innovation in dental education.

A Glimpse into the Future of Dental Learning

Dr. Svapna Koppikar, the Director of Professional Oral Care at Colgate-Palmolive, aims to bolster dental students with innovative initiatives. The Metaverse Masterclass initiated by Colgate offers an unparalleled opportunity for future dental professionals to receive mentorship from esteemed Key Opinion Leaders. Students are taken on an immersive virtual tour of a dental clinic, engaging with Dr. Mayekar to gain insights into setting up a dental practice. Dr. Mayekar envisions numerous possibilities for revolutionizing educational approaches.

A Technological Leap Toward Enhanced Learning

Dr. Svapna Koppikar, Director of Professional Oral Care at Colgate-Palmolive, emphasized the transformative potential of this technological leap. She stated, “We aim to support dental students in their educational journey and skill development. This initiative is a unique opportunity for future dental professionals to get mentored first hand by our Key Opinion Leaders like Dr. Mayekar, on ‘Setting up a dental clinic’. Innovation is at the core of our practices and we hope to inspire and guide these students with this initiative.”

Sandesh Mayekar on the Metaverse Venture

Speaking on the Metaverse Masterclass, Dr. Sandesh Mayekar shared his excitement, “Foraying into the Metaverse for oral health education is a completely new experience for students as well as myself. This initiative by Colgate has enabled dental students to witness an immersive life-like experience with a virtual walkthrough of a dental clinic. Interacting with the students inside the metaverse and answering questions on setting up a dental clinic was not only interesting but riveting, and I see many opportunities to innovate in the way we teach.”

Colgate-Palmolive India’s foray into the metaverse to enhance dental education exemplifies the forward-thinking approach required to keep pace with technological advancements. As the metaverse continues to evolve, integrating it into education ensures a dynamic and engaging learning experience for future dental professionals.