FDI Sessions
Venue : ICEC – Rumeli Mezzani Level- Hisar
Date: 12 September 2024
Timings: 11:30-12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
Antibiotic resistance is a global public health emergency. Adverse outcomes to antibiotics are increasingly also seen as a patient safety problem for individual patients. Many evidence-based guidelines exist in dentistry which recommend no antibiotics due to the risks of adverse outcome in spite of evidence from research of improved oral health outcomes linked to their use. Further, it is common for dentists to receive patient requests for antibiotics, although this seems to be changing in some places since COVID.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Why is AMR both a global public health emergency and a patient safety issue? -To develop skills to cultivate a proactive and patient-centered approach to tobacco cessation within dental practice, integrating evidence-based strategies seamlessly into daily patient interactions for optimal effectiveness.
- How dentistry can contribute via the FDI AMR Pledge?
- Can AMS improve patient safety?
- What is the role of guidelines for prophylactic and therapeutic antibiotics?
- Exploring the changing patient relationship with antibiotics since COVID.
Speaker 1: Wendy Thompson
Title: Antibiotics Are Supposed To Help, Aren’t They?
Abstract:
Globally, dentists are responsible for around 10% of antibiotics prescribed across human healthcare. High rates of use exist with a significant gap between the guidelines and clinical practice by many dentists. It matters not just because of the joint pu lic and health and patient safety risk of antimicrobial resistance, but also other potentially fatal adverse outcomes such as C. difficile and anaphylaxis, together with less severe but nevertheless adverse outcomes such as thrush, diarrhoea and the development of childhood asthma.
FDI has developed a Pledge for national dental associations to help them identify activities to target antimicrobial resistance.
Learning Objectives
- What is AMR and how can it affect you and your patients?
- How do dental teams contribute to the development and spread of AMR globally?
- How dentistry can contribute to tackling the development and spread via the FDI AMR Pledge
Speaker 2: Abdullah Akman
Title: Antibiotic Dilemma in Dentistry: Safeguarding Patient Well-being
Abstract:
The widespread and often unnecessary use of antibiotics in dentistry raises concerns regarding adverse effects. Allergic reactions, altering gut flora, and fostering antibiotic-associated diarrhoea realted to C. difficile are prominent among these concerns. While antibiotics are indispensable in treating certain dental infections, their overuse contributes to antibiotic resistance and disrupts the delicate balance of gut microbiota, potentially leading to gastrointestinal complications. Moreover, allergic reactions to antibiotics pose significant risks to patients, highlighting the importance of judicious prescribing practices. Recent updates in dental prophylactic antibiotic protocols emphasize selective usage, primarily for high-risk patients undergoing specific procedures, such as those with cardiac conditions. This conservative approach aims to minimize adverse effects while providing effective prophylaxis where necessary. Aligning with updated protocols ensures optimal patient care while mitigating harms associated with unnecessary antibiotic use, promoting patient safety and antimicrobial stewardship in dentistry. Dentists must exercise caution in antibiotic prescriptions.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the key principles of updated dental prophylactic antibiotic protocols, emphasizing selective usage for high-risk patients undergoing specific procedures, and the promotion of antimicrobial stewardship to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
- Understand the risks associated with the widespread and unnecessary use of antibiotics in dentistry, including allergic reactions, disruption of gut flora, and fostering C.diffcile infection
- Recognize the importance of judicious prescribing practices in dentistry, considering the potential adverse effects of antibiotics and recent updates in prophylactic antibiotic protocols.
Venue : ICEC – Rumeli Mezzani Level- Hisar
Date: 15 September 2024
Timings: 09:00-11:00
Overview/Synopsis:
Sugar is wreaking havoc on the world’s population. The commercial determinants, and in particular the sugar industry need to be bought to account for the carnage that they are responsible for – tooth decay, weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cancers. that leads to a significant impact on morbidity as well as mortality. The evidence is undisputable.
FDI and all National Dental Associations (NDAs) have a duty to advocate for population wide measures that reduce sugar consumption such as sugary drink industry levies, restrictions on junk food and drink advertising and sponsorship, and water only schools and health care facilities. The role of NDAs is clear, all must act with urgency to advocate for these evidence based polices.
Come along to hear from experienced campaigners, measures that can be taken to address the sugar industry. Also, hear from other NDAs about their experience with their own sugar advocacy journeys, how best we can undertake multisectoral action to reduce sugar consumption and what can be the most effective, context specific policy and advocacy frameworks that NDAs can adopt to convert evidence into tangible actions."
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-Recognize the reasons why sugar advocacy initiatives are vital for NDAs to adopt
- Understand the lessons from countries who have had success
-Identify where each NDA is on the sugar advocacy loop and create a roadmap for future action
Speaker 1: Rob Beaglehole
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Speaker 2: Manu Mathur
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Venue: ICC – B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 13 September 2024
Timings: 15:30-17:30
Overview/Synopsis:
Dental teams play a vital role in addressing the global health concern of tobacco use. This session emphasizes their proactive involvement in tobacco cessation. Participants will learn to integrate patient-centered strategies into routine practice, equipping them to provide impactful advice during dental appointments. The session aims to empower attendees to identify tobacco users, assess readiness to quit, and offer effective support. Referrals to cessation resources will be facilitated, ensuring comprehensive patient care. Practical exercises and shared experiences will boost confidence in discussing tobacco cessation, alongside updated insights on e-cigarettes. The Turkish Dental Association's efforts in tobacco cessation will be highlighted, offering valuable implementation insights. Ultimately, participants will gain enhanced competencies and a renewed commitment to advancing tobacco cessation within their practices.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-To understand the pivotal role of dental teams in promoting tobacco cessation and reducing tobacco-related health risks, including updated discussions on e-cigarettes and showcasing efforts by the Turkish Dental Association in tobacco cessation.
-To develop skills to cultivate a proactive and patient-centered approach to tobacco cessation within dental practice, integrating evidence-based strategies seamlessly into daily patient interactions for optimal effectiveness.
- To gain confidence in identifying tobacco users, assessing their readiness to quit, and providing tailored support for quit attempts, empowering dental professionals to play an active role in facilitating successful cessation outcomes.
- To learn techniques to effectively facilitate referrals to cessation resources, ensuring patients receive comprehensive support services and access to tailored cessation interventions to enhance their likelihood of success.
- To enhance communication skills and confidence among dental team members in discussing tobacco use and cessation, utilizing practical exercises and shared experiences to foster a supportive environment for proactive engagement with patients.
Speaker 1: Uğur Ergin
Title: Experience of Smoking Cessation Education
Abstract: In this presentation, we will discuss our experiences during smoking cessation education that took place in Turkey.
Learning Objectives
- How adolescents experience smoking cessation
- How youth experience smoking cessation
- Communication skills in individual smoking cessation
Speaker 2: Dongbo Fu
Title: WHO Recommendations on Tobacco Cessation in Dental Settings
Abstract: Dental teams are in a unique position to deliver brief advice on tobacco cessation to their patients during routine dental practices. This presentation aims to give an overview on the importance of and WHO recommendations on tobacco cessation interventions in dental settings. The focus will be on how to deliver brief advice on tobacco cessation using 5As and 5Rs models in their daily practices and what are WHO developed resources or tools to build capacity of dental professionals in tobacco cessation.
Learning Objectives
- To emphasize the importance of the dental team in promoting tobacco cessation and reducing tobacco-related morbidity and mortality.
- To present WHO recommendations on tobacco cessation in dental settings for dental professionals and dental service managers.
- To increase skills and confidence of the dental team in delivering brief tobacco cessation advice to their patients as part of dental practices.
Speaker 3: Elham Kateeb
Title: Empowering Dental Teams to become Champions of Tobacco Cessation
Abstract: This session aims to highlight the indispensable role of dental professionals in advocating for tobacco cessation and mitigating tobacco-related health risks. With a focus on proactive and patient-centered approaches, the session underscores the importance of integrating tobacco cessation strategies into routine dental practice.
Participants will be equipped with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to effectively deliver brief advice on tobacco cessation during dental appointments. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, attendees will learn how to identify tobacco users, assess their readiness to quit, provide support during quit attempts, and seamlessly facilitate referrals to cessation resources.
Furthermore, this session will foster an environment of confidence and proficiency among dental team members in addressing tobacco use with patients. Through shared experiences and simulated scenarios, participants will gain valuable insights into effective communication strategies and best practices for discussing tobacco cessation with patients.
Learning Objectives
- Emphasize the crucial role of the dental team in promoting tobacco cessation and reducing tobacco-related morbidity and mortality.
- Encourage a proactive and patient-centered approach to tobacco cessation integrated into daily practice.
- Equip the dental team with the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver brief advice on tobacco cessation during routine dental appointments.
- Increase the confidence of the dental team in discussing tobacco use and cessation with patients through practice and experience sharing.
Speaker 4: Hiroshi Ogawa
Title: FDI Tobacco Cessation Project
Abstract: FDI has developed a recommendation for dental professionals to help their patients modify their behavior and cease tobacco use, such as “Tobacco cessation guidance for oral health professionals”, coupled with educational animated videos, and a fact sheet “The Effects of E-cigarette on Oral Health”. FDI policy statement has also been developed on “the role of oral health practitioners in tobacco cessation”. Since then, dissemination strategies and capacity building workshops on tobacco cessation have been developed in more than 10 countries.
In this presentation, we will review the progress during the years and share the success cases in the countries.
Learning Objectives
- Increase awareness of the fundamental role of oral health profession to work for tobacco cessation in dental settings
- Increase knowledge and skill for tobacco cessation interventions in dental settings for oral health professionals
- Provision of information related to tobacco products including the risks associated with electronic cigarettes
Venue : ICEC- Rumeli Mezzanine Level - Hisar
Date: 15 September 2024
Timings: 11:30-12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
In September 2023, the FDI adopted a landmark Position on Free Sugars. This important decision coincided with ongoing efforts by FDI and its members to address excessive sugar consumption. For example, a national No Sugar Day is being observed on 1 November in Barbados, Jamaica, and India. Similarly, the Norwegian Dental Association joined other stakeholders to advocate for a legislation to prohibit the marketing of unhealthy foods and drinks to children. This legislation was approved by a majority in Norway’s parliament. Also, the British Dental Association advocated for the soft drinks industry levy (SDIL). A recent study associated the SDIL with a 12% reduction in hospital admissions amongst children, aged 0 to 18 years. These reports are proof that FDI members have the legitimacy, expertise, and resources to shape policies and guidelines to reduce global sugar consumption. In this FDI Session, participants will learn about FDI`s sugar strategy - the roadmap for implementing the FDI Position on Free Sugars and national dental associations shaping their nation`s health agenda through advocacy.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Highlight FDI`s sugar strategy, goals and implemetantion plan.
- Describe the latest trends and best practices in global sugar use reduction.
- Showcase national dental associations` leadership in sugar use reduction.
Speaker 1: Manu Mathur
Title: Sugar Advocacy in India: Learning from the Past - Paving the Way for Future
Abstract: Excessive sugar consumption is associated with a number of oral health disorders. This is increasingly becoming problematic in sugar producing low and middle income countries where cultivation, production and consumption of sugar is mimicking tobacco. This talk will be shedding light on the historical production and consumption trends of sugar in India which is the second largest producer of sugar. The talk will highlight the current policy and programme discourse, the tensions affecting the sugar control movement and the current research and advocacy initiatives. The talk will end with suggesting a future research, policy and programmtic strategy to reduce sugar consumption in low and middle income countries and the critical role that National Dental Associations can play in realising this vision.
Learning Objectives
- Understanding the historical trends in sugar consumption in India
- Undertaking a deep dive on research and advocacy efforts to reduce sugar consumption in India
- Assessing and outlining future research, policy and programmatic priorities for reducing sugar consumption in India and other LMICs specifically focusing on the role of NDAs
Speaker 2: Charanjit Jagait
Title: Zero Free Sugars, Zero Cavities: Sugar Policies for Dental Caries Prevention
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Free sugars offer little nutritional value and high sugar intake is in fact the single most important risk factor for the development of dental caries. There is a clear dose–response relationship between the amount of sugar consumed and the risk of tooth decay, an association much stronger than for any other sugar-related noncommunicable disease. The evidence for the role of sugar in the aetiology of dental caries played a crucial role in the WHO Sugars Guideline recommending less than 10% of daily total energy intake from free sugars as well as the conditional recommendation to reduce intake even further to 5% of total energy.
FDI’s Vision 2030 recognized the importance of policies addressing free sugar consumption as an indicator for monitoring progress in improving oral health. The draft WHO Global Oral Health Action Plan (2023–2030), which aligns with Vision 2030, also recommends that, by 2030, at least 50% of countries should have policy measures aiming to reduce free sugars intake. This presentation will highlight how FDI’s sugar strategy operationalizes the FDI Position on Free Sugars to help reduce the worldwide consumption of sugar.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how the FDI Position on Free Sugars has been operationalized through the supporting strategy and goals.
- Learn about the status of the global sugar policy landscape and the related WHO target that stipulates at least 50% of countries have policy measures aiming to reduce free sugars intake by 2030.
- Understand how FDI and its members are implementing strategies to reduce the worldwide consumption of sugar.
Venue : ICEC – Rumeli Mezzanine Level - Hisar
Date: 14 September 2024
Timings: 11:30-12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
The World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) speaks for more than 41 million health professionals worldwide, assembling essential knowledge and experience from the key health professions in more than 130 countries. According to WHO, “collaborative practice happens when multiple health workers from different professional backgrounds work together with patients, families, carers and communities to deliver the highest quality of care across settings.”
WHPA published a statement on Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in 2019, and it describes the importance of ICP and the principles for ensuring its effectiveness. FDI’s Vision 2030: Delivering Optimal Oral Health for All (Vision 2030) emphasizes the importance of working with other health professionals to integrate health in national health policies.
Based on the WHPA statement on IPC, this session will bring together WHPA members to discuss the importance of IPC for health system strengthening and continuity of care, especially in a post-COVID world.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Understand the importance of collaboration across health disciplines for the efficient, effective, and equitable delivery of healthcare and UHC.
- Learn the principles guiding successful IPC - mutual respect, competence, trust, evidence-based, well-defined scope of practice and responsibilities.
- Acquire knowledge on the barriers and opportunities for IPC.
- Learn the benefits of IPC (using oral health as a case study) to inspire country-level collaboration
Speaker 1: Jonathon Kruger
Title: Importance of Interprofessional Collaboration
Abstract:
World Physiotherapy strongly supports interprofessional collaborative practice as a pathway to delivering quality patient care.
Interprofessional collaboration is vital for several reasons.
It allows for a holistic approach to patient care by bringing together professionals from various disciplines with each member contributes unique expertise and perspectives. This leads to comprehensive assessment and treatment planning.
Secondly, interprofessional collaboration enhances communication and coordination among team members, promoting a more seamless delivery of care.
Furthermore, collaboration fosters mutual learning and skill development among team members. Clinicians learn from other professionals' approaches, expanding their knowledge base and improving patient outcomes.
Moreover, it promotes efficiency and effectiveness in healthcare delivery.
Lastly, it enhances patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans. When patients experience a cohesive team working together towards their well-being, they feel more supported and motivated to actively participate in their rehabilitation process.
Learning Objectives
-Understand the evidence for interprofessional collaboration.
- Learn about the role of professional associations in encouraging interprofessional collaboration amongst their membership.
-Learn about activities of World Physiotherapy to supporting interprofessional collaboration at a global level.
Speaker 2: Lujain AlQodmani
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Speaker 3: Luis Lourenço
Title: Enhancing Interprofessional Collaboration in Pharmacy Practice: Strategies for Health System Transformation
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This session will focus on the integral role of pharmacy in health system reform through interprofessional collaboration. With pharmacists standing at the forefront amidst the global diversity of healthcare needs, their participation is crucial for advancing care efficiency, effectiveness, and equity. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) provide a framework for these collaborative efforts, demonstrating how pharmacists can navigate and surmount barriers to health care. Key to achieving Universal Health Coverage and fulfilling the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3, the session will showcase how pharmacists are essential in ensuring access to safe, effective, quality, and affordable medicines. This presentation will highlight the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) role in promoting pharmacist-led patient safety, underlining the expansive contributions of pharmacists in ensuring continuous patient care and fortifying health systems globally. Through interprofessional collaboration, pharmacists are instrumental in transforming health systems.
Learning Objectives
- To explore barriers and opportunities to interprofessional collaboration from the perspective of pharmacists.
- To examine the benefits of interprofessional collaboration from the perspective of pharmacists, emphasising its impact on patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.
- To highlight the importance of interprofessional education in fostering collaborative practices among healthcare professionals, with a specific focus on pharmacists.
- To share success stories of interprofessional collaboration and interprofessional education, illustrating their transformative potential in strengthening health systems and ensuring seamless continuity of care.
Venue : ICEC - Rumeli Mezzanine Level - Hisar
Date: 12 September 2024
Timings: 09:00 - 11:00
Overview/Synopsis:
Artificial intelligence (AI) has entered dentistry. The forum will firstly display how the underlying technologies work and provide an overview of possible applications in dentistry. In addition, the concept of AI-driven precision dentistry will be introduced. The forum will secondly display existing AI solutions for the dental practice, particularly for dental image analysis, and summarize their scope, strengths, and weaknesses. Moreover, the concept of sensor fusion will be introduced. Thirdly, the impact of natural language processing (large language models like Chat GPT), particularly on dental education, as well as the resulting (educational, social, ethical) challenges will be discussed.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- To understand the technology behind current artificial intelligence (AI) applications in dentistry
- To demonstrate the breadth of AI applications for dental practice, such as on image anaylsis
- To appraise how AI, particularly language analysis, impacts dental education
Speaker 1: Reinhilde Jacobs
Title: Can AI become an Artist in Scanning & Planning?
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Digitalisation in oral healthcare goes hand in hand with dentomaxillofacial imaging. During the last decade, 3D imaging has started to play a dominant role in daily practice, not only in relation to radiologic diagnosis, yet and surely also in relation to treatment planning. Yet and often, digitalisation is also considered a burden, as it requires both time investment and know-how in advanced image analysis. A potential solution may be offered by introduction of artificial intelligence (AI), that has the potential to revolutionize healthcare and present some solutions for time efficient, accurate and consistent clinical workflows, aiding education, diagnosis and treatment planning. The question remains whether AI can become an artist assisting scanning and planning to render virtual patient creation more efficient and accurate, with a better prediction of treatment outcome? Whatever answer may follow, AI will undoubtedly help to reshape future clinical practice.
Learning Objectives
-The first objective of the present lecture is to help understanding how digital 3D imaging can assist diagnosis and treatment planning in dental practice.
-The second objective is to help understanding how artificial intelligence (AI) might be useful when dealing with 2D and 3D images in dental practice.
-The third objective is to help understanding how AI might become a reliable dental assistant aiding the dental practitioner with potential decision-support and treatment support.
Speaker 2: Falk Schwendicke
Title: AI: What It Is, How It Works and What It Shall Do For Us
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We will display how the technologies underlying AI work and provide an overview of possible applications in the domain.
Learning Objectives
- To understand the technology behind current artificial intelligence (AI) applications in dentistry
- To explain the principle of machine learning.
- To demonstrate the breadth of AI applications for dental practice,
Speaker 3: Sergio Uribe
Title: Artificial Intelligence in Dental Education: Opportunities and Challenges
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Exploring the Potential and Navigating the Complexities SC Forum Artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI models have the potential to have a significant impact on dental education. This presentation will analyse recent research, current guidelines and potential applications to explore the promise of AI in improving dental education. Participants will gain a balanced understanding of the current AI scenario (traditional and generative AI), applications, solutions, benefits and limitations of AI, enabling them to make informed decisions about its potential implementation in dental education.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between traditional and generative AI and understand their potential applications in dental education: Participants will learn the fundamental differences between traditional AI (like expert systems and machine learning) and generative AI (such as large language models like ChatGPT) and will explore the presentation of current apps and technologies.
- Analyze recent AI-based dental education research and explore guidelines for ethical and effective implementation: Participants will explore research on the effectiveness of AI in dental education, focusing on student outcomes, cost effectiveness and faculty perceptions. Findings from the Global Survey of Dental Educators will provide actionable insights for implementation.
- Evaluate the potential benefits and limitations of AI in dental education for informed decision-making: Analyze potential advantages such as enhanced personalization, improved assessment methods, and increased student engagement. Critically examine limitations, including potential algorithmic bias, risks of over-reliance on AI, and the need to consider the impact on the development of essential clinical skills.
Venue : ICC – B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 13 September 2024
Timings: 14:00 - 15:30
Overview/Synopsis:
This session is dedicated to emphasizing oral health as a fundamental human right for refugees. The session will shed light on the challenges faced by refugees in accessing oral health services, emphasizing the urgent need to prioritize and promote oral health within refugee populations.
Presentations from projects funded by the FDI Refugee Oral Health Project will be featured, showcasing innovative approaches and advocacy tools developed to affirm and address refugees' right to oral health. By exploring the impact of limited resources, displacement, and cultural barriers on refugees' oral health, the session aims to raise awareness and encourage the integration of oral health into primary healthcare systems for refugees. The overarching goal is to empower policymakers, healthcare providers, and organizations to take decisive steps in ensuring equitable access to essential oral health services as a fundamental component of refugee health and well-being.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Recognize oral health as a fundamental human right for refugees Explore the impact of limited resources, displacement, and cultural barriers on refugees' access to optima, timely and affordable oral health care.
- Examine successful initiatives from the FDI Refugee Oral Health Project and its advocacy guides in addressing policy gaps for refugees' oral health.
- Discuss strategies for policymakers, healthcare providers, and organizations to integrate oral health into current and future refugee health strategies.
Speaker 1: Elham Kateeb
Title: Oral Health as a Human Right for Refugees
Abstract:
This session is dedicated to emphasizing oral health as a fundamental human right for refugees. The session will shed light on the challenges faced by refugees in accessing oral health services, emphasizing the urgent need to prioritize and promote oral health within refugee populations.
Presentations from projects funded by the FDI Refugee Oral Health Project will be featured, showcasing innovative approaches and advocacy tools developed to affirm and address refugees' right to oral health. By exploring the impact of limited resources, displacement, and cultural barriers on refugees' oral health, the session aims to raise awareness and encourage the integration of oral health into primary healthcare systems for refugees. The overarching goal is to empower policymakers, healthcare providers, and organizations to take decisive steps in ensuring equitable access to essential oral health services as a fundamental component of refugee health and well-being.
Learning Objectives
-Recognize oral health as a fundamental human right for refugees
-Explore the impact of limited resources, displacement, and cultural barriers on refugees' access to optimal, timely and affordable oral health care.
-Discuss strategies for policymakers, healthcare providers, and organizations to integrate oral health into current and future refugee health strategies.
Speaker 2: Mahmood Shah
Title: Afghan Refugees Project
Abstract:
Project Aim :
Improving access and delivery of Oral Health care services for Afghan Refugees in Pakistan through free of charge Dental Screening and Dental treatment of Afghan Refugees – funded by FDI.
Project scope:
Mainly targeted towards children, females and elderly. But no patient is declined
treatment/ Oral hygiene awareness/ Providing dental treatment.
Project Goals:
Oral health awareness in the Afghan Refugees Settlement areas in Pakistan. Provision of dental treatments (except orthodontics and prosthodontics treatment) for needy Afghan Refugees.
Learning Objectives
-Providing knowledge about treatment of Afghan refugees in their settlement areas in Pakistan.
-Educating about the risks and dangers encountered while visiting these lawless settlement areas
-Explaining the involvement of Afghan Elders in the project which has made this project highly successful.
Speaker 3: Khaleda Zaheer
Title: Evaluating Healthy Smiles - Oral Health Improvement Program for Refugee School Children in Bangladesh
Abstract:
Background:
Bangladesh generously hosts nearly one million Rohingya refugees from Myanmar, of which 52% are children, making it one of the largest protracted refugee situations in the world. Previous research has found that most of the refugees have no access and previous experience of dental care, low literacy levels, unhealthy oral hygiene habits and high tobacco use.
To address the burden of untreated dental caries in refugee camps, a school-based toothbrushing with fluoridated toothpaste and handwashing program along with oral health screening and silver diamine fluoride (SDF) application has been delivered in a learning centre in the refugee camp.
Aim:
To assess tooth level outcomes and compliance to school-based toothbrushing.
Design:
This was an observational cohort study that examined carious lesion progression among children in one centre. At the baseline, parental and child questionnaire were completed to establish oral hygiene practices and knowledge. Clinical examination included dmft/ DMFT and pufa/PUFA indices, plaque and bleeding score, and basic periodontal examination. SDF was applied to primary and permanent teeth with cavitated lesions not involving the pulp.Furthermore, this session will foster an environment of confidence and proficiency among dental team members in addressing tobacco use with patients. Through shared experiences and simulated scenarios, participants will gain valuable insights into effective communication strategies and best practices for discussing tobacco cessation with patients.
Learning Objectives
- Emphasize the crucial role of the dental team in promoting tobacco cessation and reducing tobacco-related morbidity and mortality.
- Encourage a proactive and patient-centered approach to tobacco cessation integrated into daily practice.
- Equip the dental team with the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver brief advice on tobacco cessation during routine dental appointments.
- Increase the confidence of the dental team in discussing tobacco use and cessation with patients through practice and experience sharing.
Venue : ICC – B5 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 14 September 2024
Timings: 11:30-12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
With a projected global population of 2 billion individuals over 60 by 2050, addressing oral health of elder populations within universal healthcare is imperative. Dental professionals face the challenge of assessing physical and mental statuses to gauge oral frailty risk accurately in older adult patients. FDI's Oral Health for an Ageing Population (OHAP) project, through its second phase, developed tools to enhance oral health. We introduce the FDI Frailty Guide WebApp for assessing oral frailty risk and the OHAP Exercise Brochure for maintaining oral health in older patients. We unveil OHAP phase III’s plan, focusing on global applicability and interprofessional collaboration. Attendees will understand the unique challenges faced by older adults, the importance of assessment and education for Universal Health Coverage, and how to effectively integrate new resources into clinical practice, thus improving oral health outcomes globally. This session provides vital insights for addressing the oral health needs of an ageing population.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Participants will be equipped with an overview of the oral health challenges and considerations specific to older adults.
- To comprehend the objectives and new resources anticipated for FDI's OHAP project during the next few years.
- To grasp the significance of assessment and education in enhancing the oral health of older adults, irrespective of a nation's economic circumstances and healthcare infrastructure, aligning with Universal Health Coverage (UHC) objectives.
- Participants will be able to familiarize themselves with the FDI new resources and understand its utility for dentists and dental teams in assessing frailty among older adults, enhancing their ability to incorporate this tool into clinical practice effectively.
Speaker 1: Kakuhiro Fukhai
Title: Maintaining Momentum: Improving Oral Health for An Ageing Population
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It is predicted that by 2050, 25% of the world’s population will be over 60 years old. In this context, the coverage of dental care under universal health care regimes is an urgent global challenge. When assessing, diagnosing and treating older adult patients, dental professionals must first assess the physical and mental status (robust, frail, dependent, etc.) of the patient and then proceed to assess the gradual changes in oral function due to ageing (oral frailty). In order to detect oral function decline as early as possible, it is not enough to perform these assessments in the isolated context of outpatient dental services. Regional community health care networks need to establish collaborative assessment and/or information sharing systems that integrate the efforts of dental clinics, nursing homes, other health services, and other stakeholders.
To this end, the OHAP Season II project team (2021-2024) developed a web app to help dental professionals assess the physical/mental status and oral frailty risk-level of older patients.
A new phase of OHAP (Season III) starts in May 2024, so the focus of my presentation is to share the plan and expected outcome of this next phase.
Learning Objectives
1)To understand the focus and expected outcomes of new OHAP project (Season III, 2024-2027)
2)To understand the need for assessment and education to improve the oral health of older adults regardless of a country’s economic status and health care system, with an eye to achieving UHC goals.
3)To understand the effectiveness of using a web app to maintain and improve oral function in the context of physical and mental status decline
Speaker 2: Gerry McKenna
Title: Oral Health for an Aging Population (OHAP)
Abstract:
Alongside an aging population, we have seen significant changes in the oral epidemiology of older adults globally for a number of decades. Whilst oral health, in terms of natural tooth retention has improved in this population group, older adults are vulnerable to chronic dental diseases. The consequences of oral diseases impact on general health as well as in older adults' mouths. To better understand the consequences of ageing on oral health and function, the concept of oral frailty was defined by the Japanese Dental Association. Whilst the concept of oral frailty has gained acceptance in the scientific literature, this is not something which is embedded within clinical practice in many countries worldwide. The Oral Health for an Ageing Population (OHAP) project has developed a WebApp to help Dental Teams to undertake an assessment of the oral frailty risk-level of their older patients and an Exercise Brochure to help older patients maintain their oral health and prevent signs of oral functional decline. In this session, two members of the OHAP Task Team will provide an overview of oral health in older adults and introduce both the WebApp and the Exercise Brochure.
Learning Objectives
1)To provide an overview of the oral health of older adults
2)To introduce the FDI Frailty Guide WebApp to dentists and dental teams
3)To present the FDI OHAP Exercise Brochure and explain how this can be used to prevent oral functional decline
Venue : ICC – B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 13 September 2024
Timings: 09:00-10:00
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Speaker 1: Enrique Peñaloza
Title: Experience of the oral health observatory in Colombia
Abstract
FDI launched the Oral Health Observatory roject in 2014, and Colombia has been a participant since its inception. Through this roject, we have obtained information on oral health habits from the perception of patients, the oral health status of a group of patients, and the clinical environment where care is provided. In this session, we will learn how the OHO roject prompted the development of a National Oral Health Observatory in Colombia, which is being developed by the Colombian Dental Federation. We will explore how their work is being structured, fed with the information from the OHO roject, as well as National Oral Health Surveys and administrative care records, to generate standardized data on the state of oral health at the national level.
Learning Objectives
To Share how Colombia is progressing in the different stages of implementation of the development of the Oral Health Observatory.
To Understand the difficulties in the process of implementing the development of the National Oral Health Observatory in Colombia.
To Present the main indicators of the oral health observatory in Colombia.
Speaker 2: Sarah Baker
Title: Practice-based Oral Health Dentist and Patient-reported Data from Six Countries
Abstract:
Oral diseases affect a significant proportion of the world’s population, yet international comparisons involving oral health outcomes have often been limited due to differences in the way country-level primary data are collected. In response to this, the World Dental Federation (FDI) Oral Health Observatory project was launched with the goal of collecting and producing standardised international data on oral health across countries. The aims of this presentation are to describe the patient and dentist data collected in the six countries who have completed data collection so far (India, Japan, China, Lebanon, Colombia, Italy) and to examine associations between self-reported general health and oral health−related behaviours, oral impacts, and clinical variables. In addition, to explore some of the benefits and limitations of using standardised international datasets in the oral and dental field.
Learning Objectives
-To describe patient and dentist data collected in the Oral Health Observatory Project
-To examine associations between oral health-related behaviours, oral impacts, clinical variables and self-reported general health in Italy, Lebanon, India, Colombia, Japan and China
-To explore benefits and limitations of using standardised international datasets
Speaker 3: Michael Sereny
Title: Oral Health Observatory
Abstract
The Oral Health Observatory (OHO) was launched in 2014 to generate standardized practice-based data on oral health, patients behaviours, healthcare needs, and the impact of oral health on quality of life in primary care. Data collection has been done in 12 countries, and 6 of them are at an advanced stage of data analysis. A few countries are reaching the stage of developing advopcacy and action plans based on the insights generated from the analyses of the collected data, such as India, Colombia and Lebanon. The country presentations will illustrate different stages of the process that lead to sustainable mechanisms of generating oral health data at national level to advise the programming and further advocacy effort. This session will discuss the OHO objectives and methodology, and how countries have planned advocacy uses for their data. An open discussion with participants will follow the presentation, and will act as an invitation to organize data collection in their countries, regardless whether there is a lack of national data on oral health or where outdated national surveys on oral health exist.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of national oral health data collection
- Learn how standardized data can easily be collected on dental practice or clinic level using a mobile app (Android or iOS)
- Learn about data analysis from countries most advanced and some results
- Learn from real country examples how OHO can lead to national oral health plans, campains and further individual tailored own national surveys and about the critical steps
Venue : ICC - B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 13 September 2024
Timings: 11:30-12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
Electronic health records (EHR) has been advancing rapidly as the real-time, patient-centered records that make information available instantly and securely to authorized users. Dental electronic health records(EHR) or electronic dental records (EDR) is a type of EHR utilized in dental practices. It contains all the health data recorded in a paper chart, including medical history, prescriptions, diagnoses, allergies, treatment progress, lab results, etc in a rapidly searchable electronic format. The next challenge is to integrate dental and medical EHRs in daily practices. FDI held international advisory meetings to build up consensus on which oral health and medical indicators should provide to mostimportant information to be included in EDR, so that the end-users could utilize the integrated dental and medical EHR effectively for patients without information overload.In addition, this information may be utilized in the future to inform artifical inteligence generated improvements to the quality and safety of patient care. This presentation will provide a brief report on EHR task team findings.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-The audience will learn what are oral health indicator(OHI)s and why OHIs are needed.
-The audience will learn what is expected from integrated EHRs in dentistry.
-What are the medical health indicators available for dentists.
Speaker 1: Jina Linton
Title: Integrated dental and medical Electronic Health Records (EHR)
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Integrated health care refers to merging administrative, technical, operational, and clinical aspects of care across health disciplines to improve care coordination and patient health outcomes. The benefits of integrating dental and medical Electronic Health Records are well-known. However, the inability for dental and medical providers to access and contribute to shared patient records continues to be a barrier to an integrated health system.
FDI held an international advisory meeting by bringing together HER end-users and the expert groups to discuss needs, preferences, operational barriers, and facilitators. In this presentation, the consensus on a standardized list of OH indicators for optimal utilization of integrated EHRs and ways of overcoming barriers will be discussed.
Learning Objectives
-The audience will learn what is the current status of integrated EHR in dentistry.
-The audience will learn what are the obstacles and what is needed to establish effective integrated EHR.
-What are the oral health indicators for optimal utilization of integrated EHR ?
Speaker 2: Mark Wolff
Title: Integrated Electronic Health Records in Dentistry- an FDI Task Force
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The adoption and optimal utilization of integrated dental and medical Electronic Health Records (EHRs) has the potential to transform healthcare, but its success hinges on understanding user needs and applicability in diverse settings. FDI and Henry Schein initiated a project to identify user needs, develop oral health (OH) recommendations, indicators, and promote holistic patient data collection.
This session will discuss the advantages of integrating dental and medical electronic health records in improving patient general health outcomes and quality of care, reducing patient adverse health outcomes and improving the health economic determinations of Value-based Oral Health Care.
In February 2023, FDI and Henry Schein sponsored an in-person meeting, that brought together an expert group that:
1. Discussed the outcomes of a comprehensive EHR scoping review (examining both integrated and non-integrated systems), extracted vital data, and explored the presence of OH indicators discussing the needs, preferences, operational barriers, and facilitators.
2. Gathered End-User Opinions, including dental and other healthcare professionals, to obtain their valuable perspectives.
Learning Objectives
-Participants will understand the role of the electronic health record in improving general health and oral health outcomes.
-Participants will understand how the collection of key health indicators from the medical records can improve the oral health outcomes of their patient population and reduce untoward outcomes in the office.
-Participants will understand the value of diagnostic coding in a value-based economic compensation model.
Venue : ICC - B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 12 September 2024
Timings: 16:00 – 17:30
Overview/Synopsis:
Implementing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in oral health is a difficult process for both policymakers and National Dental Associations (NDAs). Following the examples of countries that have implemented UHC, or are in the process of trying to, what have we learned? Is a one-size-fits-all approach advisable? What can be considered best practices? What are the key enablers and barriers to implementation? This session aims to promote a comprehensive approach for UHC implementation based on the following key components: integrated health services, multisectoral policy and action, and empowering people and communities. Examples of implentation from different countries will be presented to showcase their lessons learned during the implementation process of UHC in oral health through a discussion by different stakeholders.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Understand Univeral Health Coverage (UHC) in oral health and the key components of a comprehensive approach.
- Understand the lessons learned BY other countries during their implementation process of UHC in oral health.
- Understand the facilitators and enablers for UHC implementation.
- Understand how to prioritize treatments according to the population needs.
Speaker 1: Natifah bt Che Salleh
Title: Malaysia’s Path To Achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
Abstract:
In South-East Asia, including Malaysia, oral diseases pose significant noncommunicable health challenges. The Oral Health Program of the Ministry of Health Malaysia initiated National Oral Health Plans (NOHP) in 2000 and 2010 to promote lifelong oral wellness. Surveys from 1997 to 2020 revealed persistent issues with dental caries and periodontal health. To achieve universal health coverage, Malaysia embarked on the Action Plan for Oral Health in South-East Asia 2022–2030, aligning with the six (6) strategic objectives (SO) of the Global Oral Health Plan 2022-2030. These actions include formulating the Malaysia National Oral Health Policy (NOHPol) in 2022, screening Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients, launching the School-based Smoking Prevention Program (KOTAK), establishing the School Dental Clinic Outreach Service, provision of oral healthcare services to indigenous populations, providing dental assistant training to prison medical staff, implementing fluoride varnish programs for 5-year-olds, using digital dentistry for improved services, advancing towards unified data collection systems in public dental facilities, and establishing the National Oral Health Research Initiatives
Learning Objectives
- Understand the notable influence of oral diseases as widespread noncommunicable health issues, especially in the South-East Asia Region, including Malaysia.
- The development of the National Oral Health Policy (NOHPol) in 2022 highlights the focus on improving access to oral healthcare services and the integration of oral health with broader health policies to elevate awareness and leadership among policymakers and stakeholders.
-The significance of collaborating with private practitioners is emphasized.
- Illustrates the correlation between oral health and overall well-being through the promotion of comprehensive primary healthcare.
- Highlights initiatives to deter smoking among school children
Speaker 2: Aaron Burry
Title: Canadian Dental Care Plan
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Currently approximately 60% of Canadians have access to employer sponsored dental benefits. Approximately 10% of Canadians are provided dental care coverage through a broad network of dental programs at the Provincial level. National Government programs provide coverage for group including specific groups of individuals including veterans, refugees and first nations. The Canadian Dental Care Plan is intended to assist the portion of the population ( estimated at 9 million of 38.5 million ) that do currently do not have access to dental coverage and have family taxable income of under $90 CDN. An interim program was announced for 2022 for children under 12 and will be phased out as the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) benefit is phased on beginning May of 2024. CDCP represents the most significant change in the Canadian dental care landscape since the wide spread introduction of employer sponsored dental plans in that began in the late 1980's.
Learning Objectives
-Review Canada's current demographics, dental care landscape and the roll of different levels of Government in delivering dental care.
-Specific attention on how CDCP has changed and will continue to evolve that landscape.
-Provide a more detailed overview of the actual coverage being provided to individuals, policy design and administrative approach
-Discuss the complexity of implementation issues and work in progress for the plan that will continue well into 2025
Speaker 3: Marco Mazevet
Title: Learnings from UHC Implementation
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The FDI has collected examples from various different countries that have implemented UHC in oral health across the world. Participants will be able to learn what were they key facilitators and barriers to implement UHC, through various cases across geographies.
Learning Objectives
-To understand how UHC can be implemented
-Understand the importance of data collection at all stages (processes and outcomes)
-Understand how a multi stakeholder point of view can help achieve progress
Venue : ICEC- Rumeli Mezzanine Level- Hisar
Date: 13 September 2024
Timings: 14:00 - 16:00
Overview/Synopsis:
Embark on a captivating journey with us as we explore the critical issue of dentistry's environmental impact, navigating towards innovative and impactful solutions. With its Sustainability in Dentistry initiative, the FDI World Dental Federation aims to map out strategies and implement solutions to help reduce the environmental impact of dentistry and the dental industry. Delve into a review of the initiative's remarkable achievements and future endeavors, complemented by illuminating case studies showcasing sustainable dentistry in action. Moreover, the session will culminate in the FDI Sustainability in Dentistry Award ceremony, recognizing outstanding contributions in advancing environmentally responsible dental practices. Prepare to be inspired as we empower dental professionals and their teams to embrace sustainable approaches for a greener future.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-Gain an understanding of the significant environmental impact of dentistry and the dental industry, including key factors contributing to environmental degradation.
-Examine real-world case studies highlighting successful implementation of sustainable dentistry practices, identifying practical approaches and lessons learned for integrating sustainability into dental operations.
-Recognize and appreciate the importance of environmental stewardship in dentistry through the FDI Sustainability in Dentistry Award ceremony, honoring exemplary contributions to advancing environmentally responsible practices and inspiring action within the dental community.
Speaker 1: Scott Andersen
Title: The Carbon Neutral Dental Office
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With the publication of the FDI World Dental Federations, “Consensus Statement on Environmentally Sustainable Oral Health Care” in 2022, stakeholders from across the dental industry are reminded of the importance of offering sustainable oral health care that is in the best interest of patients, dental professionals, suppliers, educators and the environment. Reducing carbon emissions in an effort to prevent further climate change is one of the core aspects of offering more sustainable oral health care. This session will discuss the business case for becoming carbon neutral. Participants will learn specific strategies and resources to assist them in reducing or eliminating their carbon footprints. Opportunities to build brand equity for your company through marketing and public relations opportunities associated with your carbon reduction strategies will also be discussed. Lastly, a case study featuring Artisan Dental, the United States first carbon neutral general dentistry practice will be reviewed.
Learning Objectives
-Define carbon neutrality and why it matters.
- The case for becoming carbon neutral.
-Identify specific carbon reduction strategies
-Learning specific marketing opportunities available to your company to increase brand equity in the minds of stakeholders.
-Explore a case study outlining how Artisan Dental became carbon neutral.
Speaker 2: Nicolas Martin
Title: FDI Environmental Sustainability in Dentistry - Activities & Resources
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The FDI World Dental Federation has taken a lead in the promotion and implementation of environmental sustainability in oral healthcare. It does this through the creation and promotion of key resources, designed to increase awareness and practical approaches to deliver environmentally sustainable oral healthcare for all. These resources are free and readily available for users in oral healthcare settings, education at all levels, industry and society at large.
This presentation will outline the activities of the FDI Sustainability in Dentistry team, the resources that have been generated and how they should be used.
to support the profession and the oral health industry in
The Sustainability in Dentistry Task Team provides guidance and scientific expertise to ensure sound implementation of the Sustainability in Dentistry project, which aims to map out strategies and implement solutions to help reduce the environmental impact of dentistry and the dental industry.
Learning Objectives
-Increase awareness of the role and activities of the 'FDI in Environmental Sustainability in Dentistry' Task Team.
-Identify resources that have been created and are available for all to use. Identify the validity and value of the resources and how these should be implemented.
-Identify the value to the user, the profession and society from the use of these resources.
Speaker 3: Hrvoje Pezo
Title: Green Sustainable Dentistry- “Fairytale or Reality”
Abstract:
The approach to manage dental practice, whether we talk about big clinics or a small practice, nowadays does not include only clinical knowledge and basics of buisness. The complexity of managing health institution, in this case dental institution, more and more must be covered through sustainability. For that reason, more than often, we see the term „green dentistry“. Sustainability of dental practice does not affect only ecological-green sustainability, such as our planet, but it also encourages us to transfer that positive element on our patients. There are number of tools to apply in introducing the „green dentistry“ and sustainability in our supply chains, employees, investment cycles, communication with patients and in design of our dental health institution. The term sustainability also implies the spreading the idea of sustainability on dental industry and on all of the participants of the dental service market. With this lecture, through didactic way, there will be presented goals, challenges and results of immplementation of „green dentistry“, that can serve to every doctor of dental medicine in its dental practice.
Learning Objectives
-“Green dentistry”- management in dental practice
-Supply chains in dentistry
-Sustainability in dentistry
Speaker 4: Maria Ignacia Vial
Title: Sustainable Dentistry
Abstract:
In this presentation we will talk about the importance of acquiring sustainable practices in dental care. We will see a general context of the current environmental situation and the relationship that the health area has with climate change.
We will review international recommendations and agreements and explain how to make a dental practice more sustainable, promoting recycling and choosing more environmentally friendly supplies and procedures.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the global context of the current situation and the relationship that the health area has with climate change.
- Learn to recycle in your dental clinic.
- Learn to choose inputs and/or materials that are more environmentally friendly.
- Understand the relationship between caring for people and the environment and the need we have as health personnel to ensure this.
Venue : ICC- B2 Floor- Hamidiye
Date: 12 September 2024
Timings: 11:30 - 12:30
Overview/Synopsis:
The Dental Practice Committee Forum will focus on the issues related to ethics in dentistry. The session will cover a range of very topical issues around dental ethics, starting from key principles, corporate ethics, social media, and advertising. The session will address the challenges dentists encounter in operating their practices profitably while maintaining high ethical standards and prioritizing patient interests. The next part of the session will look into social media. The set of key principles that should guide the behavior of individual dentists and organizations while using social media platforms to ensure that users of social media platforms conduct themselves in a responsible, respectful, and ethical manner. There will be a part dedicated to advertising and ethics . A part of the session will be dedicated to case discussions, where participants will apply the principles of dental ethics and effective altruism to real-world scenarios.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-Learn about the concept of ethics in dentistry, analyze ethical dilemmas in balancing profitability with patient welfare, understand dental ethics basic and effective altruism in the context of dental practice.
-Understand the set of moral principles and guidelines that govern the behavior of individual dentists and organizations while using social media platforms.
-Learn about the aspects of advertsing in dentistry, and understand how effectively balance informative marketing with promotional integrity.
-Learn to effectively balance informative marketing with promotional integrity.
Speaker 1: Mick Armstrong
Title: Ethics in Dentistry
Abstract:
The ethical landscape of dental advertising involves navigating the truthfulness of content, its impact on patient expectations, and maintaining public trust. The FDI Dental Ethics Manual addresses risks such as deceptive practices and the creation of unnecessary demand. In line with the FDI Statement of Advertising in Dentistry, this session will emphasize the importance of accuracy, factuality, professional representation, and balanced communication regarding treatment advantages and disadvantages. The session will critically analyze real-world examples of dental advertisements, distinguishing between ethical and unethical practices. This approach is designed to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of ethical boundaries in dental advertising, guiding professionals to create content that is not only truthful and professional but also respects the intelligence of patients. Engaging with actual case studies, participants will learn to effectively balance informative marketing with promotional integrity, thus upholding the dignity of the dental profession and fortifying public trust.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the aspects of advertising in dentistry
-Understand the specifics of corporate ethics in the area of oral health services
-Learn to effectively balance informative marketing with professional integrity
Speaker 2: Junhewk Kim
Title: What is Effective Altruism in Dentistry?
Abstract:
This session will delve into the complexities of managing a dental practice, with a special focus on ethical decision-making rooted in the principles of medical/dental ethics and the concept of effective altruism, as popularized by philosopher Peter Singer. Effective altruism is an ethical framework that emphasizes using evidence and reason to determine the most effective ways to benefit others. The session will address the challenges dentists encounter in operating their practices profitably while maintaining high ethical standards and prioritizing patient interests. Key topics will include the role of Management Service Organizations (MSOs) in dental practice and their potential impact on ethical choices. A significant portion of the session will be dedicated to case discussions, where participants will apply the principles of dental ethics and effective altruism to real-world scenarios. These discussions aim to highlight the importance of balancing profitability with the welfare of patients, encouraging a practice model that not only benefits the practitioner but also contributes positively to the broader community and patient well-being.
Learning Objectives
-Understand dental ethics basic and effective altruism in the context of dental practice
-Analyze ethical dilemmas in balancing profitability with patient welfare
-Develop strategies for ethical decision-making in dental business practices
-Obtain the understanding of the role of Management Service Organizations in dental practice and their potential impact on ethical choices
-Acquire practical exposure to real cases allowing to apply the principles of dental ethics and effective altruism to real-world scenarios
Speaker 3: Stefanie Tiede
Title: Social Media and Dental Ethics
Abstract:
The use of social media, particularly in dentistry, presents both opportunities and ethical challenges. The FDI Dental Ethics Manual highlights concerns such as confidentiality breaches, jurisdictional issues and the balance between personal and professional use of social media. Our proposed session aims to provide guidelines and strategies for ethical social media use in dentistry following principles outlined in the World Medical Association Statement on the Professional and Ethical Use of Social Media. Using real life examples of social media engagement, and personal expression the need for an ethical considerations will be demonstrated.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the concept of ethics in dentistry in relation to social media use
- Understand the specifics of social media, opportunities and challenges as well as its impact on the dentist patient relations and interactions
- Become aware of the moral principles and guidelines that govern the behaviour of individual dentists and organisations, while using social media platforms
Venue : ICC – B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 14 September 2024
Timings: 09:00-11:00
Overview/Synopsis:
This interactive dialogue session with a number of internationally renowned editors will bring clarity to the audience of the manuscript writing process, the pitfalls of the manuscripts they craft and how to avoid these, why manuscripts are rejected and finally, how to rebut the critique of the reviewers. The hidden, back room aspects of manuscript processing will also be discussed, in a final Q and A session.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
- Understand the basic steps and ethics in manuscript writing.- How dentistry can contribute via the FDI AMR Pledge?
- Learn the pitfalls of the writing process.
- Understand the reasons for manuscript rejection.
- Know how to respond/rebut the critique of the reviewers.
- Understand the role of authorship and ethics in publishing, including the use of AI.
Moderator: Lakshman P. Samaranayake
Speaker 1: Liran Levin
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Speaker 2: Yiğit Şirin
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Speaker 3: Wanninayake M. Tilakaratne
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Venue : ICC - B2 Floor - Hamidiye
Date: 12 September 2024
Timings: 14:00-16:00
Overview/Synopsis:
World Oral Health Day (WOHD), celebrated on 20 March each year, aims to empower people with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to secure good oral health. It is a day where people around the globe unite to put the spotlight on the immense burden caused by oral diseases and the actions that can be taken to prevent and control them. The campaign has shown significant growth over the last 10 years, with a reach of 6 million people in 2013 compared to 4 billion people in 2023, and we want to see this increase even further with your help. This interactive session is dedicated to unveiling World Oral Health Day 2025 and will feature case studies, video presentations, special guests, and insightful discussions, as well as the announcement of the 2024 WOHD Award winners.
Join this session to gain a deeper insight into the campaign's objectives, learn how you can utilize the vast array of freely available resources, and be inspired by others to lend your voice to this global movement. Whatever you decide to do, however big or small, will contribute to improving the oral health of populations globally, and you could even win a WOHD award for your efforts.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-Present key results from the WOHD 2024 campaign
-Celebrate the successes of the 2024 WOHD Awards
-Unveil the theme and concept for the 2025 campaign: A happy mouth is a happy mind
Venue : ICEC – Rumeli Mezzani Level- Hisar
Date: 14 September 2024
Timings: 09:00 - 11:00
Overview/Synopsis:
Although oral diseases are gaining recognition as a major public health challenge, significant challenges remain and the current models for oral healthcare delivery cannot address the burden of oral diseases. Also, no single actor can address oral diseases effectively while working alone. The oral health system encompasses all the organizations, institutions, peoples, and actions whose primary intent is to promote, restore or maintain oral health. To ensure optimal oral health for all by 2030, all actors within the oral health system must mobilize the necessary expertise, skills and resources, strengthen existing partnerships and forge new collaborations as necessary.
At this FDI Session, we will hear from representatives of governments, World Health Organization, National Dental Association, the World`s Health Professions Alliance, civil society and the private sector as they discuss the importance of partnerships in the delivery of health and sustainable development.
Learning Objectives of The Session:
-Learn about the oral health system and the categories of actors involved
-Understand the strengths of the different actors in the oral health system that can be leveraged for the ahievement of optimal oral health for all.
-Acquire knowledge on the risk of unwanted influence by the unhealthy commodities industry and how it can be averted.
-Learn the strategies for effective and successful partnerships to increase access to oral health.
-Note examples of effective multistakeholder partnerships to promote oral health.
Moderator: Manu Mathur
Speaker 1: Dympna Kavanagh
Title: Embedding Oral Health within A Whole Government Agenda
Abstract:
Historically, in Ireland at Ministry level oral health was not integrated with other health service units, nor categorized as an NCD. Putting in place a National Policy, negotiated across whole of government, agreed by all Ministries was an essential first step. Secondly, integrating oral health into the common competitive finance & performance management systems at Ministry level was crucial. Thirdly, establishing a civil servant populated oral health unit provided a Ministerial focus to progress the agenda. The CDO working closely with international, WHO, EU units, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ambassadors and NGOs internationally also raised the profile at senior government level. A Ministerial surveillance taskforce across multiple sectors eg public health, environment, housing, local government, national research agencies & universities ensured shared ownership of oral health impacts. An integrated oral & health surveillance system is to be put in place. Next, we will partner with health professionals & dentists to support the collection of oral & health data to feed the surveillance system. This cross sectoral & partnership model is the intended future approach.
Learning Objectives
-Understand the importance and strength of a cross (whole) government approval of oral health policy at national level ie approval across all national Ministries for the achievement of optimal oral health for all.
-Raise the awareness of the necessity to integrate oral health and its personnel as part of the larger health system so that it can have the compete for the same opportunities as all other health areas.
-Appreciate the importance for oral health personnel to foster high level relationships across international governmental and civil sectors where senior government, national, EU, global political and health leaders debate to improve awareness of oral health issues.
Speaker 2: Luís Lourenço
Title: Enhancing Interprofessional Collaboration in Pharmacy Practice: Strategies for Health System Transformation
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This session will explore the role of pharmacists in addressing the oral healthcare gap. With oral diseases affecting nearly half of the global population, the need for innovative approaches to bridge this gap is needed. Traditional healthcare models struggle to meet the demands, necessitating collaborative efforts among various stakeholders, including pharmacists. The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), representing over four million pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, and pharmaceutical educators worldwide, encourages pharmacists to educate people on the importance of maintaining a good oral hygiene routine, combined with regular visits to the dentist and a healthy diet. Attendees will also gain insights into the unique contributions pharmacists can offer to address the gaps. Participants will learn effective partnership strategies to enhance access to oral health services, leveraging the expertise and resources of pharmacists.
Learning Objectives
-To understand the role of pharmacists within the oral health system and how they can contribute to promoting, restoring, and maintaining oral health.
-Identify the strengths of pharmacists in addressing oral health challenges, including their expertise in medication management, patient education, and preventive care.
-To share collaborative practices between pharmacists and dental professionals and other stakeholders to improve access to oral health services.
Speaker 3: Heather Pelier
Title: How Can Industry Have a Positive Role to Improve Oral Health for All Globally?
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The presentation will discuss the importance of partnerships -which can include WHO, associations (such as FDI), industry, policy makers, academics and governments officials. Each have their own role and perspective but each with the objective of driving positive determinants of health and better patient outcomes to shrink the oral healthcare gap and global inequities. Through multistakeholder collaborations between industry and the public sector, together we can reduce oral health inequalities and the burden of oral disease. These include driving increased access to oral health services, prioritizing underserved populations, delivering effective, impactful oral health promotion and prevention education, helping to address shortages of appropriately trained professionals, increasing policymakers’ understanding of oral health, all in addition the fundamental business building activities driving oral health research and action plans to deliver quality and affordable oral health products and technologies. The positive commercial determinants of oral health are essential to better health outcomes when combined with partnerships with associations and with a united industry representation. This unity will bring a sustainable solution in driving better patient oral health outcomes.
The presentation concludes with a discussion of known best practices for effective collaboration between industry and the dental profession for example OHO, Vision 2030, EFP/Economist Impact ‘Time to put your money where your mouth is’, FDI Sustainability in Dentistry.
Learning Objectives
- Role of partnerships
- What can industry bring and the importance of positive commercial determinants of Oral Health
-Best practice examples for better patient health outcomes.
Speaker 4: Greg Chadwick
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Speaker 5: Guy Fones
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Speaker 6: Benoît Varenne
Title: Leading up to the fourth High-level Meeting on NCDs in 2025.
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The Fourth High-level Meeting of the General Assembly on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases (UNHLM-NCD) will provide an opportunity to adopt a new, ambitious and achievable political declaration on NCDs for 2050. WHO is fully committed to ensuring that oral diseases are better reflected in the future NCD agenda. As part of the preparatory processes for this high-level discussion, WHO will convene the first-ever WHO Global Oral Health Meeting in December 2024 to strengthen the capacity of ministries of health to fulfil the commitments made in the World Health Assembly resolution on oral health (WHA74.5) and to accelerate the implementation of the Global Oral Health Action Plan 2023-2030 as part of the broader NCD and UHC agendas. In addition, a high-level segment of the meeting will call for a global coalition for oral health to support countries in the reforms needed to achieve UHC for oral health. The presentation will outline the different steps that should be taken to ensure an international leadership for oral health on the road to 2025.
Learning Objectives
-Participants will have a clear understanding of the challenges associated with the Fourth High-Level Meeting on NCDs and the prioritisation of oral health in the global health agenda.
-Participants will be provided with the latest information on the WHO Global oral health meeting and will know how to take part in it.
-Participants will receive information on ways and means to contribute to achieving universal oral health coverage for all.