IFDH President Gives Presentation
At FDI Sustainability Summit

A few days ago, FDI held a virtual summit on Sustainability in Dentistry highlighting the dental profession and industry's commitment to reducing the environmental impact of oral healthcare.

IFDH President Wanda Fedora was asked to speak on prevention, as it pertains to oral disease and sustainability. She stated that "Although the answer to sustainability could seem to be simply stated as prevention, it is more complicated than that. As an industry we must consider all aspects of what we do and how each can impact our planet." Read more.

Survey #8 Results:
Oral Hygiene Instructions

The IFDH has recently completed its eighth survey of dental hygienists. This survey helps to better understand global Dental Hygienists' practices regarding Oral Hygiene Instructions. We thank all the participants from countries around the world. And we thank P&G for their support of this program.

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Board Fine-tuning New Strategic Plan

When the Board of Directors met in March, a full day was set aside to review the IFDH strategic plan from 4 years ago. The 2019 plan had been our guide for the development of programs, sponsors and partners. The oral health community changes as it responds to developments and advancements and with that, we must also shift our focus in response.

Our review of the 2019 Strategic Plan and discussion of the future, led by our Executive Director Peter Anas, has resulted in a detailed document to guide us in our quest for quality programs and consistent growth. Read more

World Dental Hygienist Awards:
This Program is in Process!

The World Dental Hygienist Awards has been open for applications for its 2024 edition. After a two-year hiatus forced by Covid-19, Sunstar Foundation and IFDH present a revamped version of the World Dental Hygienist Awards.

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IFDH 2023-24 Social Responsibility Program:

Sharing Oral Health Knowledge for Sustainable Smiles

Many of the world's most vulnerable people live in areas that do not have easy access to oral health care. The IFDH is encouraging its members to develop projects that can help close this gap. Projects where Dental Hygienists can share their knowledge of oral health with these vulnerable populations.

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Materials to Help You & Your Project

To support you in your project, IFDH has developed a fact sheet for getting started. We will also present an online webinar to assist you in planning and implementing your project. Click here for more details.

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Canada

• CDHA Gives a Voice for Oral Health in Canada
• NEW Online Course: Oral & Oropharyngeal Cancer Screening

Denmark

• A Pill Against Caries
• Better Oral Health for Disabled People at Residence Homes

Israel

• Recruitment at 4 Dental Hygiene Schools
• Social Responsibility Project

Italy

• Interdisciplinarity: An Opportunity in the Management of Periodontal Disease

United States

• Celebrating 100 Years!