Local Collaboration
The covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the oral health of many people around the world. Some of the most urgent issues include delayed or cancelled dental appointments, increased consumption of sugary foods and drinks, reduced access to preventive and restorative care, and increased risk of oral infections and diseases. To address these challenges, it is essential to identify and prioritize the oral health needs of different populations and contexts, and to develop evidence-based strategies and interventions that can improve oral health outcomes and reduce oral health inequalities.
One way to achieve this is to establish and strengthen local networks of oral health researchers, practitioners, policymakers and community stakeholders. These networks can facilitate the exchange of knowledge, experiences, best practices and resources, as well as foster collaboration and coordination among different sectors and disciplines. By working together, these networks can enhance the capacity and sustainability of oral health systems and services, and promote oral health as an integral part of overall health and well-being.
The Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia gave the best effort to address the challenges of COVID-19 pandemic to the dental treatment. Working together with one of the local networking hospitals, i.e. Persahabatan General Hospital, the Faculty of Dentistry explored the effect of Povidone Iodine and Hydrogen Peroxide to the CT value of SARS-COV-2 in asymptomatic and mild symptomatic patients. The results showed that the prosedur to rinse the oral cavity for 30 seconds and in the posterior part of the throat for 30 seconds three times a day for 5 days in a row using povidone iodine 1%, povidone iodine 0.5%, hydrogen peroxide 3% or hydrogen peroxide 1.5% increased the CT value of SARS-COV-2. Persahabatan General Hospital used these findings as a procedure for their patients.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CaDILmMvA9Q/?hl=en&img_index=1
National Collaboration
Dentistry UI cooperates with RSKGM Hospital and Unilever Indonesia
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Global Cooperation
The Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, is committed to enhancing its reputation as a leading institution in dental education, research and community service in Indonesia. To achieve this goal, the faculty is developing collaboration with various health institutions, both nationally and internationally, to share best practices, exchange knowledge and foster innovation. The faculty is also adapting to the changing needs of society and the challenges posed by the pandemic and the revolution of Industry 5.0.
A collaboration between the Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia and Dental Graduate School/ School Of Dentistry, Tohoku University, Japan, was developed to provide a double degree in PhD Program. Hopefully, this program can enhance the quality of Doctoral graduates from The Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, who can compete their competencies at the international level.
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Local Communities
The Faculty of Dentistry at Universitas Indonesia has launched a health outreach program to increase the awareness of oral health in the communities. The program aims to provide dental education, screening, and treatment to people who have limited access to oral health care. The program also seeks to promote preventive measures, such as brushing, flossing, and fluoride use, to reduce the risk of dental diseases and complications. The program is supported by a team of dentists, dental hygienists, and dental students who volunteer their time and skills to serve the community. The program hopes to improve the quality of life and well-being of the people through better oral health.
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Disadvantaged People
We are excited to announce that the Faculty of Dentistry of Universitas Indonesia has launched a health outreach program in collaboration with Mandiri Amal Insani Foundation, a non-profit foundation that manages Zakat. The aim of this program is to increase the awareness of oral health in the communities and to provide free dental education and prevention of dental diseases of the disadvantaged people.
Oral health is an important aspect of overall health and well-being, but many people in Indonesia lack access to affordable and quality dental care. According to the World Health Organization, more than 90% of Indonesian people suffer from dental caries, and more than 60% have periodontal diseases. These conditions can lead to pain, infection, tooth loss, and even systemic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
Therefore, a collaboration with a non-profit foundation that has been working to improve the quality of people’s life, allows us to reach more communities in rural and urban areas across the country.
We hope that this program will make a positive impact on the lives of many people and help them achieve better oral health and quality of life. We also hope that it will inspire more dentists and dental students to join us in our mission to promote oral health in Indonesia.
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The faculty of dentistry has a badminton court that is free to use for education staff, lecturers, and students
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https://sdg.fkg.ui.ac.id/2022/10/06/sport-facilities-for-public/
Dentistry of UI campus applies smoke-free regulations
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