Public health dentistry is a specialized field that focuses on the oral health of communities and populations, emphasizing preventive measures, education, and access to dental care. It extends beyond individual dental care to address broader issues affecting oral health on a societal level. Public health dentists work to improve community oral health through initiatives such as community water fluoridation, school-based dental programs, and outreach to underserved populations. Preventive strategies include oral health education, promoting healthy behaviors, and advocating for policies that support community-wide dental wellness. Public health dentistry also involves assessing the oral health needs of populations, conducting epidemiological studies, and implementing interventions to address disparities in oral health outcomes. Collaboration with public health agencies, policymakers, and community organizations is essential for developing effective oral health programs. Access to dental care, particularly for vulnerable populations, is a central concern, and public health dentistry seeks to expand affordable and equitable dental services. By addressing social determinants, emphasizing prevention, and advocating for community-based initiatives, public health dentistry plays a crucial role in promoting oral health as an integral component of overall well-being.
Speaker lineup for this track will be announced soon.
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Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Oral and poster slots for original Public Health Dentistry work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet public health researchers, educators, and policy leaders from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Public Health Dentistry research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Public Health Dentistry track is a dedicated stream within IPHC 2027 covering the latest research, innovation, and best practice in Public Health Dentistry. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Public health researchers, practitioners, epidemiologists, educators, doctoral students, and policy leaders with an interest in Public Health Dentistry are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IPHC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Public Health Dentistry track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
