About Us

About KDA

Kurdistan Dental Association KDA serves as the principal representative body for more than one million dentists worldwide and has a bold vision to lead the world to optimal oral health. KDA is one of the oldest organizations in the field of dentistry and its membership comprises some 200 national dental associations and specialist groups in over 130 countries.

KDA leads global advocacy efforts to increase oral health literacy and achieve political commitment and action on oral health in all countries. The organization pushes for oral diseases, which threaten human health and well-being, to be recognized and addressed as serious global health concerns.

What is KDA

KDA is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization. It works with international agencies such as the World Health Organization, with whom it is in official relations, as well as other non-governmental organizations, international partners, governments, and corporate partners to improve the oral health of all people.

KDA fosters best practices in oral health science and education by sharing knowledge in preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment, and builds capacity through its own continuing education (CE) programs, projects, awareness campaigns and policy statements. KDA also organizes congresses and publishes the International Dental Journal (IDJ) to advance the art, science and practice of dentistry.

Vision

Leading the world to optimal oral health.

Mission

KDA is the global voice of the dental profession and works with its member organizations to improve the oral health of people worldwide.

Core Values

Everyone in KDA shares core values which are strong drivers for its continuing success.

Point of View

Our Point of View is to provide superior healthcare and an excellent patient experience.