(AAPHD) American Association of Public Health Dentistry at UIC
College of Dentistry Student Interest Group
About
The purpose of the American Association of Public Health Dentistry shall be to:
- Advance the practice and science of dental public health to achieve optimal oral health for the public
- Encourage its qualified members to become Diplomates of the American Board of Dental Public Health
- Define and promote competency in public health dentistry and develop education and training programs to increase knowledge and improve skills
- Develop and sustain diversity in the practice of public health dentistry
- Advocate for evidence-based policies and practices that increase access for the dentally underserved and achieve optimal oral health for the population
- Foster growth and development of leaders in dental public health
- Encourage engaged leadership that promotes dental public health at the local, state, and national levels.