We are pleased to send you the latest news for the FDI 2010 Congress that is to be held in the beautiful city of Salvador da Bahia in Brazil. From September 2-5 2010 Salvador will host all of the events involved in the FDI Annual World Dental Congress, including the World Dental Parliament, the Scientific Programme and our World Dental Exhibition. (more…)
“There Is A General Lack of Public Information about Mouth Cancer”
Head and neck cancer figures have increased all over the world. In Europe, for example, there are more than 100,000 reported cases each year. Have the risk factors increased in recent years? As well as these cases in Europe, which are mostly in Central and Southern Europe, there is a high incidence in much of Southern Asia. Each year there are approximately 400,000 cases of cancer of the oral cavity and pharynx
with another 160,000 cases of cancer of the larynx worldwide resulting in approximately 300,000 deaths. (more…)
Oral Health Month in Singapore starts at FDI congress
The annual Oral Health Month in Singapore was launched yesterday at the FDI Annual World Dental Congress. Joined by the guest of honour Prof. K. Satku, Director of Medical Services in Singapore, representatives from the FDI, the Singapore Dental Association (SDA) and sponsor, Colgate-Palmolive, schoolchildren from Singapore, received free oral health screening in the Tropics Atrium at the Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Prof. Satku and officials from FDI, SDA and Colgate-Palmolive watching the oral health screenings of schoolchildren. (more…)
Dr Roberto Vianna Takes Over Presidency of FDI
Dr Roberto Vianna (left) shakes hand with Dr Burton Conrod (right) during the Welcome Ceremony on Wednesday. (DTI/Photo courtesy of the FDI World Dental Federation).
Dr Roberto Vianna has been an active leader in organised dentistry since 1978 when he first attended an FDI congress as a delegate. He later became Chairman of the Scientific Programme for the local organising committee when the FDI Annual World Dental Congress was held in South America for the first time. According to his own words, back then he never would have dreamed to be given the responsibility that he will be given today as he takes over the FDI presidency from Dr Burton Conrod, Canada. (more…)
FDI launches new dental sourcebook
President-elect Dr Roberto Vianna (middle) presenting the new “Oral Health Atlas”. (DTI/ Photo courtesy by the FDI World Dental Federation)
Sep 3, 2009 | ASIA PACIFIC
FDI launches new dental sourcebook
by FDI Worldental Daily
SINGAPORE: The FDI’s new “Oral Health Atlas” was released yesterday by the FDI World Dental Federation in commemoration of the upcoming annual World Oral Health Day on 12 September, 2009. World Oral Health Day provides an opportunity for all sectors of the population to reflect upon each of their own situations when it comes to managing oral health. (more…)
Singapore is showing colour at FDI Welcome Ceremony
One of the highlights of every FDI Annual Dental World Congress is the Welcome Ceremony, traditionally held on the night of the first day of the congress. Officials from the FDI and the Singapore Dental Association welcomed the audience, which included the Singapore Minister of Health Khaw Boon Wan. (more…)
Wrigley and FDI uncover what makes dental professionals smile
The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company partnered with the FDI for the 2nd consecutive year, to launch the FDI & Wrigley Photographic Award and find out what makes dental care professionals smile. Dental professionals from 63 countries submitted photographs during the 2009 competition. A variety of entries were received, including funny family photos, landscapes, friends having fun, animals, and candid shots of individuals. (more…)
ADA, FDI mark first ‘World Oral Health Day’
The ADA and the FDI World Dental Federation have declared Friday, Sept. 12, the first “World Oral Health Day” to boost awareness of oral health and its impact on general health and well-being.
“The American Dental Association is pleased to stand with the FDI and other national dental associations around the world to emphasize how crucial good oral health is to overall health,” Dr. Mark J. Feldman, former ADA president, said in a news release.
Added Dr. Feldman, “We also want to help increase global awareness about proven preventive measures, including oral health education, that can help reduce disease and suffering.”
The Sept. 12 date was chosen to honor Dr. Charles Godon, the FDI founder, who was born Sept. 12, 1854. It also marks the anniversary of the World Health Organization’s groundbreaking International Conference on Primary Health Care, held Sept. 12, 1978.
“We hope that awareness of the importance of oral health can be elevated through the worldwide recognition of this day,” said Dr. Burton Conrod, FDI president. “The dentists of the world are committed to helping each and everyone in achieving optimal oral health through prevention and the highest possible standard of care.”
Wrigley Photographic Award 2009
VIP trip to Singapore in September to attend the 2009 FDI Annual World Dental Congress
The FDI & Wrigley Photographic Award 2009 gives you the chance to reveal your creative side by taking a photo that makes you smile. (more…)
