Indian Dental Association (IDA)

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

Mission:
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.

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