Advocacy Workshop

Advocacy Workshop

Dental Amalgam Phasing Down Workshop

On 11th February 2023, IDA organized the 'Dental Amalgam Phasing Down Workshop' which witnessed the participation of delegates from the dental, healthcare, and environment sectors.

The key objectives were:

  • To highlight details of the Minamata Convention on Mercury
  • Understand and upgrade the existing policies and regulations on Dental Amalgam use
  • Outline the health and environmental impacts of Dental Amalgam
  • Formulate a white paper to address future action plans for the use of dental amalgam in dentistry

An immediate outcome of the workshop was the release of a Declaration document on Dental Amalgam Phasing Out. This document was supported by all major stakeholders in the workshop post a panel discussion.

National School Oral Health Workshop

On 12th February 2023, IDA organized the National School Oral Health Workshop which witnessed the participation of delegates from the dental, healthcare, and environment sectors.

Key Objectives were :

  • To launch National Oral Health Guide codesigned with FSSAI
  • Formulation and adoption of National School Oral Health Policy
  • Highlight importance of Children Oral Health in School
  • Train school staff to manage dental trauma and emergencies.

An immediate outcome of the workshop was to formulate and adopt a National School Oral Health Policy in India. This document was supported by all major stakeholders in the workshop post a panel discussion.

National Collaborative Workshop on "Future of Dentistry in India"

The Indian Dental Association (IDA) hosted a National Collaborative Workshop at its Mumbai Head Office on June 9th, 2023. This workshop aimed to unite dental professionals and key stakeholders to collectively address challenges and identify opportunities, shaping the future of dentistry in India.

Focus Areas for Collaboration:

The workshop targets collaboration with entities such as the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Dental Council of India, Dental Colleges, IDA State branches, Specialty Dental Associations, State Health Ministries, and Public-Private Partnerships.

Current Scenario and Objectives:

Acknowledging challenges in oral healthcare, the workshop seeks to foster collaboration, establish best practices, and create a roadmap for dentistry's future.

Workshop Theme:

Scheduled under the theme "Future of Dentistry in India - Challenges and Opportunities," the event on June 9th invited open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving.

Key Stakeholder Participation:

Crucial to success was the active involvement of representatives from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Dental Council of India, Specialty Dental Associations, and IDA State Branch leaders.

Objective:

The workshop aimed to overcome challenges, promote growth, and lay a structured foundation for the future of dentistry in India, aligning with the visions of key stakeholders.

In collaboration with Specialty Dental Associations, IDA seeks to extend the impact of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Dental Council of India, contributing to the advancement of oral healthcare.

Together, through this collaborative effort, we aspire to set the stage for a prosperous and structured future for dentistry in India.

D20 International Workshop on Advancing Oral Healthcare: Strengthening Prevention, Standardization, and Policy Implementation

Convener: Indian Dental Association

Participating Bodies: Senior officials from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), World Health Organisation (WHO), Indian Council of Medical Research, AIIMS, Deans of Dental Colleges, representatives from the Asia-Pacific region, IDA’s national and state leadership, specialty dental associations, and key stakeholders from national and international oral healthcare industries.

Workshop Objectives:

  • Discussion and Formulation of Integrated and Equitable Oral Healthcare
  • Advocating for the Integration of Innovative Models of Prevention and Early Detection into Healthcare Systems
  • Identifying and Addressing Gaps in Standardization Across Dental Education, Research, Clinical Practice, and Policy Frameworks

Date: 19th and 20th July 2025

Venue: Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.