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The Caribbean

The Caribbean IntroductionHere is an update on what has been happening in the Caribbean region during February-May 2025. Antigua – Sunny Smiles ProjectA generous grant from the International College of Dentists and Henry Schein Dental enabled the Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association (ABDA) to deliver vital oral health services to eight primary schools identified asContinue reading “The Caribbean”

The CDA Bulletin

Stay Informed with the CDA Bulletin The Commonwealth Dental Association publishes the CDA Bulletin three times a year, providing members with essential insights and updates. This complimentary publication is designed to keep our members informed and engaged with the latest developments in the dental community. Our publication is circulated to over 52,000 members across Africa,Continue reading “The CDA Bulletin”

Publications

Given below are the covers of two publications sponsored by the CDA recently. Tanzania Dental Association 2024 Ghana Dental Association 2024 Ghana Dental Association published a booklet titled “A Caregiver’s Manual of Oral Health For Persons With Special Needs (PSN).” The project was supported by the CDA Small Grants Programme. It is 30 pages longContinue reading “Publications”

Achieving Predictable Anterior Aesthetics with Dental Implants

Presenter Prof. Shakeel Shadad In this insightful session, Prof. Shakeel Shadad delved into advanced techniques for achieving aesthetically pleasing results with dental implants, particularly focusing on anterior aesthetics. Prof. Shadad emphasized the importance of meticulous planning and execution to ensure predictable outcomes. Key takeaways included the role of digital technology in implant placement and theContinue reading “Achieving Predictable Anterior Aesthetics with Dental Implants”

Distinguished Award by the BDA for the CDA President-elect

On 10th of May 2018, during their annual Honours and Awards ceremony, which immediately follows the British Dental Association’s AGM and Presidential installation meetings, the CDA’s President-elect Professor DYD Samarickrama was awarded Honorary Membership of the BDA. Honorary Membership is the highest honour awarded by the BDA, after the presidency. It is awarded only rarelyContinue reading “Distinguished Award by the BDA for the CDA President-elect”