19/04/2026
Prof. Dr. SM Balaji at the FDI World Dental Federation Mid-Year Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland
Prof. Dr. SM Balaji participated in the prestigious Mid-Year Meeting of the FDI World Dental Federation held in Geneva, where the global governance team and committee members convene annually to chart the strategic direction of international dentistry. The gathering brings together eminent dental leaders, policy makers, and scientific pioneers from across the world to review progress, shape policy, and strengthen collaboration within the global dental community.
During the plenary sessions, Prof. Balaji joined distinguished delegates in intensive deliberations on the future roadmap of the federation, including the evolving frameworks of FDI Vision 2030 and Vision 2040. These strategic initiatives aim to transform global oral healthcare delivery, strengthen preventive dentistry, and enhance dental education systems worldwide. The discussions emphasized innovation, sustainability, and equitable access to oral healthcare as the cornerstones of the profession’s future.
The second day of the meeting focused on committee sessions, where reports and recommendations from various expert committees governing different domains of dentistry were presented and discussed. These committees play a crucial role in shaping international standards, policy frameworks, and educational directions that influence clinical practice, research priorities, and professional training across the globe. Prof. Dr. SM Balaji actively contributed to these discussions alongside global dental leaders and pioneers.
The meeting concluded with the FDI Council deliberations, where governance matters and policy decisions of the federation were examined from multiple strategic perspectives. Key discussions included future initiatives, collaborative global programs, and updates on upcoming international events, including the next FDI World Dental Congress planned in Prague, Czech Republic.
