SINGAPORE: Singapore hosted the Joint 37th International Association of Dental Researchers, Southeast Asia Scientific Meeting (IADR-SEA), and 2nd International Oral Health Symposium (IOHS) from November 23 to 25, 2023. 

Organised by the National Dental Research Institute Singapore, the conference is themed “Applying Oral Research Excellence to Advocate Oral Health for All” and will bring together approximately 450 oral health researchers, scientists, and professionals.

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Collaborative Research and Networking

The conference serves as a platform for researchers and professionals from member countries in ASEAN, as well as international participants from Australia, Sweden, Japan, and Hong Kong. Attendees showcased their research activities, foster collaborations, and expand their global research network, contributing to the advancement of oral health science.

A diverse range of topics was covered during the event, addressing critical issues in oral health. Universal oral health coverage, the oral-systemic health connection, microbiome modulation and periodontal disease, artificial intelligence in dentistry, orofacial devices, and digital dentistry technologies were among the key subjects that will be explored.

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Confronting the Global Burden of Oral Diseases

The conference took place against the backdrop of a growing global burden of oral diseases, affecting 3.5 billion people worldwide. The socio-economic impact of these diseases is significant, encompassing direct costs such as treatment expenditures and indirect costs related to lowered productivity due to absenteeism from work or school. The event aims to facilitate discussions and collaborative efforts to address these challenges and improve oral health outcomes globally.

National Dental Research Institute Singapore’s Commitment

The National Dental Research Institute Singapore’s commitment to collaborative craniofacial, oral, and dental research took center stage during this event. The institute’s dedication to advancing research in these areas is instrumental in enhancing the quality and delivery of oral care, not only in Singapore but also on a global scale.

The IADR-SEA scientific meeting and IOHS represent a crucial initiative in fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and impactful research, ultimately contributing to advancements in oral health on a global scale.