FDI stands in solidarity with refugees and highlights the importance of ensuring their access to a reliable and complete level of oral care.

A dedicated advocate of universal health coverage (UHC), Dr Mathur says that better engagement of national and regional governments with civil society, NGOs, and the private sector will be essential if oral care is to be incorporated successfully into UHC packages.

FDI’s Sports Dentistry project aims to raise awareness on how oral health affects sports performance and offers guidance to athletes, physicians, and sports organizations.

Member States gathered for the 72nd World Health Assembly in Geneva to discuss pressing global health issues but failed to take tangible action on oral health.

The World Dental Development Fund welcomes and encourages a diverse set of applicants. The fund finances innovative oral health projects in limited-income settings.

The 8th World Workshop on Oral Health and Disease in AIDS will be held in Bali, Indonesia, from 13 to 15 September 2019 and is open to anyone with an interest in improving the health of people living with HIV.

Read the FDI 2018 Annual Report for full details on our work and vision to lead the world to optimal oral health.

With a whole day at the ADA FDI World Dental Congress dedicated to cadaver dissection and discussion, this workshop “offers a more thorough understanding of the anatomy in order to more successfully obtain profound local anesthesia,” says Dr Alan Budenz.

Tobacco is one of the greatest public health challenges the world faces today. This World No Tobacco Day, FDI explains how oral health professionals can help limit tobacco use through mindful dialogue with their patients.

FDI World Dental Federation will host a webinar on 14 May 2019 on the Minamata Convention on Mercury and its impact on the dental profession. In an interview with FDI, experts share a brief preview of what to expect during the webinar.