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09/09/2026

What exactly happens at FDI World Dental Parliament, which takes place during every FDI World Dental Congress, held this year in Prague?

Join past ADA President and speaker of the Parliament Dr Stephen Liew behind the scenes where major world dental policy is discussed and formulated.

Australians are increasingly travelling overseas for dental treatment, with Vietnam positioning itself as a growing medi...
09/09/2026

Australians are increasingly travelling overseas for dental treatment, with Vietnam positioning itself as a growing medical tourism destination. But while lower costs may be appealing, it's important patients understand the risks before making a decision.

ADA spokesperson Dr Scott Davis told ABC News he is seeing more patients return with complications following treatment overseas.

“I see a lot of people who've had complications. Ultimately, if I travel a very long way to have dental treatment, I'm trying to condense what normally might take three to six months into two weeks. Biology just doesn't listen to that.”

Dr Davis also highlighted the challenges patients can face if something goes wrong, including limited access to follow-up care and fewer consumer protections than those available in Australia.

Read the ABC News story: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-09-06/dental-tourism-australians-travel-to-vietnam-for-treatment/107061322

08/09/2026

Does what happens at global gatherings like the FDI World Dental Parliament actually affect Australian dental policy?

Absolutely, says ADA Vice-President Dr Angie Nilsson who was in Prague recently at the FDI World Dental Congress where the Parliament convenes, and who offered up the example of Australia lobbying to keep key statements on fluoride as official FDI policy because of its impact on our own water fluoridation guidelines.

Watch and find out why the ADA's involvement in FDI matters to every Australian dental practitioner.

07/09/2026

In the latest episode of ADA's podcast series, Communication for the new and recently graduated dentist, Dr Tiv provides advice for communicating with patients who complain about their previous dentists and for discussing colleagues work with patients.

Exclusive to ADA members - listen in ADA's CPD Portal, Apple and Spotify.

07/09/2026

Australian dentistry has a seat at the global table.

ADA President Dr Chris Sanzaro is attending the FDI World Dental Federation Congress in Prague, where dental leaders from around the world come together to discuss future oral health policy.

Through our active involvement with the World Dental Federation, the ADA contributes to international policy discussions, shares knowledge with other national dental associations, and helps shape initiatives that can influence oral health outcomes both globally and here in Australia.

Watch Chris explain why this work matters. Stay tuned to our socials for more updates this week.

Big news for oral health in Australia.Federal and State & Territory Health Ministers have agreed to establish a National...
07/09/2026

Big news for oral health in Australia.

Federal and State & Territory Health Ministers have agreed to establish a National Oral Health and Dental Reform Senior Officials Group to progress dental health reform as a national priority.

This reform reflects sustained pressure from ADA and a broad range of stakeholders across the health and community sector, who have called for national action on oral health for many years.

Read more at https://ada.org.au/health-ministers-agreed-to-establish-national-oral-health-group

04/09/2026

Advocating on behalf of the oral health of Senior Australians has long been a cornerstone of ADA advocacy and we were able elevate this still further yesterday when Jay Moran, the ADA's Senior Manager, Public Affairs appeared before a Senate Inquiry into changes to private health insurance rebates for older Australians.

Appearing live before the Inquiry, Ms. Moran was afforded an extensive amount of time to stress the need for the new National Oral Health Plan to include older Australians as a high-priority group and to underline that the proposed changes could negatively the ability of this group to access the dental treatment they need.

Hear from Ms. Moran in this short video as they recap the key advocacy points the ADA made at yesterday's Senate Inquiry appearance.

03/09/2026

"I can be a spokesperson, an advocate, and a contributor and make sure the ADA has that input from regions all across Australia."

Dr Kaejenn Tchia, Darwin based dentist and third year ADA Committee member.

Just 2 weeks left to nominate. Closes 11.59pm Friday 18 September. Link https://ada.org.au/get-involved-ada-committees-now-open-for-nominations

Let's celebrate the people who make our profession stronger.The ADA Awards recognise outstanding members of the dental c...
02/09/2026

Let's celebrate the people who make our profession stronger.

The ADA Awards recognise outstanding members of the dental community whose contributions have left a lasting mark on the ADA, dentistry, and the profession nationally.

Who will you nominate?

Nominations now open, find out more at www.ada.org.au/ADA-Awards-2026

01/09/2026

Jay Moran, ADA's Senior Public Affairs Manager, joins for this week's episode of ADA's Dental Files to discuss the National Oral Health Plan and ADA's recent successful advocacy securing a confirmation from the government to release a new National Oral Health Plan in 2026.

Exclusive to ADA members - listen in ADA's CPD Portal, Apple and Spotify.

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