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The global voice of the dental profession

FDI represents more than one million dentists worldwide. We work with our members to raise awareness about the importance of good oral health and its vital role in securing overall health and well-being. We are dedicated to safeguarding the health of people worldwide through the improved prevention, treatment, and control of oral diseases.

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Latest news
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    International Dental Journal enters top 10 per cent of dentistry journals with an impact factor of 5.2
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    Beyond the chair: how oral health teams are rewriting access to care
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    New Dental Check-up podcast explores the oral health risks of vaping

Our worldwide events

FDI World Dental Congress 2026
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World Oral Health Day

Join us on 20 March to celebrate World Oral Health Day and unite in our efforts to reduce the global burden of oral diseases.

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