Indian Dental Association

The Indian Dental Association (IDA) is an independent and recognized voice of dental professionals in India. We are committed to improving public oral health by promoting advanced, science-based dentistry that puts the patient at the centre through our initiatives in education, research and development of high standards for dental care in India.

The flag bearer of oral health, the association endeavors to meet the public needs and expectations. We acknowledge that oral health is an integral part of general health and well-being.

IDA represents more than 75,000 dental professionals and has 33 state branches and 450 local branches. Through its initiatives and campaigns, IDA reaches out to dental students, dental professionals, educators and the public to safeguard and promote optimal oral healthcare in the country.

The association's vision is to improve oral health and quality of life and achieving `optimal national oral health for all. We also aim to represent the dental profession and support members in the provision of comprehensive and quality oral health care.

IDA is dedicated to supporting dental professionals in their practice by enhancing and updating their skills and knowledge.

The association is the nation’s most respected leader in promoting oral health, tobacco cessation and early cancer detection to improve quality of life and eliminate oral health disparities. IDA’s mission is optimal oral health for all Indian.

IDA endeavors to accomplish its mission of optimal oral health for all by:

• Supporting new scientific innovations to meet the changing needs of society and promoting the well-being of the nation.

• Coordinating and assisting scientific and research- related activities among all sectors of the dental community.

• Promoting the timely transfer of knowledge gained from research to improve public health by educating oral health professionals and policy- makers.

• Preventing oral diseases by promoting oral health through awareness and dissemination of information.

• Conducting Continuing Dental Education (CDE) and professional development programmes to ensure an adequate number of talented, skilled dental care professionals.