International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD)

The International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD) was founded in 1969, under the name “International Association of Dentistry for Children”. It started with a membership of 11 national societies and a supporting membership of 270 pediatric dentists, which has grown to 72 national societies and over 3000 members today.

It was during the Kyoto Congress in 1991 that IADC changed its name adopting the title “International Association of Paediatric Dentistry”.

The aim of the Association was to act as an International Forum for certified pediatric dentists and general dental practitioners with an interest in treating children.

Since that time the members and worldwide influence of the Association have expanded so that now, through its national societies it represents over 15,000 dentists.

The objectives of the IAPD are:
• Serve as an international forum for the exchange of information concerning paediatric dentistry;
• Contribute to the promotion and improvement of the oral health of children;
• Encourage research and serve as an international forum for the development and dissemination of scientific information and evidence-based.