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FDI World Dental Federation

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For the federation's international standard tooth numbering system, see FDI World Dental Federation notation.
FDI World Dental Federation
Founded1900; 124 years ago (1900)
TypeNon-governmental organization
FocusDentistry
Location
Area served
Worldwide
Members
Over 200 members in some 130 countries
President-Elect
Nikolai Sharkov
Websitewww.fdiworlddental.org
Formerly called
Fédération Dentaire Internationale

The FDI World Dental Federation, also known as FDI (French: Fédération dentaire internationale), is an international organization representing the dental profession. It was founded in Paris in 1900.

FDI tries to promote oral health by developing health policies, education programs, and advocating for dentistry internationally.[1]

History[edit]

FDI was established in Paris in 1900 and is now headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, operating as a non-governmental organization. It is overseen by a General Assembly, which sets policy, and its activities are carried out by five standing committees composed of 60 volunteers from its national member associations.

Each year, around 300 delegates participate in FDI's World Dental Parliament.[2][3]

FDI Annual World Dental Congress[edit]

The FDI Annual World Dental Congress (FDI AWDC) is a global event organized by the FDI World Dental Federation.[4] It is a platform for dental professionals, researchers, and industry leaders to gather and discuss developments in oral health care and related fields.[5]

The General Assembly, also known as the FDI World Dental Parliament, is a part of the Congress where member associations and specialist groups of FDI convene to discuss matters related to the dental profession.[2] The World Oral Health Forum, held during the Congress, allows policymakers, public health experts, and stakeholders to address issues in oral health.[6]

Year and venue[edit]

World Oral Health Day[edit]

Main article: World Oral Health Day

The FDI World Dental Federation organizes the annual World Oral Health Day since 2013, observed annually internationally on 20 March.[7] The day is meant to raise global awareness of the issues surrounding oral health and the importance of oral hygiene.

Partnerships[edit]

FDI is a member of the World Health Profession Alliance (WHPA), which also includes the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the World Medical Association (WMA), the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), and the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT).

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "FDI World Dental Federation". NCD Alliance. August 8, 2018. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "International Dental Federation | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  3. ^ "Our purpose | FDI". www.fdiworlddental.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  4. ^ "World Dental Congress 2024 | FDI". www.fdiworlddental.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  5. ^ "Our purpose | FDI". www.fdiworlddental.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  6. ^ "Word Dental Congress". 2024.world-dental-congress.org. Retrieved April 20, 2024.
  7. ^ "World Oral Health Day - 20 March 2016". 2016. Archived from the original on June 12, 2017. Retrieved April 13, 2016.
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