Useful Links
●AAPD
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is a professional membership association that represents the specialty of pediatric dentistry. It has over 11,000 members who provide oral health care for children, adolescents, and persons with special needs. The AAPD also advocates for children’s oral health, educates and informs policymakers and the public, fosters research, and offers continuing education for pediatric dentists. The AAPD’s vision is to achieve optimal oral health for all children.
●ADA
The American Dental Association (ADA) is a professional membership association that represents the field of dentistry in the United States. It has over 161,000 members who provide oral health care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. The ADA also develops clinical guidelines, conducts oral health research, advocates for public policies, and offers continuing education for dentists. The ADA’s vision is to be the trusted leader in oral health.
●BDA
The British Dental Association (BDA) is a professional membership association that represents the field of dentistry in the United Kingdom. It has over 11,000 members who provide oral health care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. The BDA also develops clinical guidelines, conducts oral health research, advocates for public policies, and offers continuing education for dentists. The BDA’s vision is to achieve optimal oral health for all.
●FDI
The World Dental Federation (FDI) is a global organization that represents the dental profession and promotes oral health. It has more than one million members from over 200 countries and regions. It works with its members, the World Health Organization, and other partners to develop policies, guidelines, and programmes to improve oral health worldwide. The FDI also organizes the annual World Dental Congress and the World Oral Health Day. The FDI’s vision is to lead the world to optimal oral health.
● IRIMC
The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Medical Council (IRIMC) is a non-governmental organization that is responsible for licensing, authorization, and registration of all health care professionals (except nurses) to practice in Iran. It also regulates bi or multilateral collaborations between health care professionals and other associations and organizations. It has over 298,000 members and 200 regional branches across the country. The IRIMC’s vision is to improve the quality of health care and protect the rights of patients and health care professionals.
MedLine Plus is a website that provides reliable and up-to-date health information for the public. It is produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, which is part of the National Institutes of Health. MedLine Plus covers various topics related to health and wellness, including dental health.
●WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and has six regional offices and 150 field offices worldwide. The WHO was established on April 7, 1948, and works with its members, the World Health Organization, and other partners to improve oral health worldwide. The WHO’s vision is to lead the world to optimal oral health.
