Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Apr 13: The 26th National Postgraduate Convention of the Indian Association of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics (IACDE) concluded today at the Convention Centre, Jammu, marking the culmination of a major academic gathering of dental professionals from across the country.
The convention, themed “Preserve, Restore, Innovate,” brought together over 1000 delegates, including postgraduate students, researchers, academicians, and leading experts in the field of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, to exchange knowledge and discuss the latest advancements in Dental Science.
This three-day event commenced with pre-conference scientific sessions and hands-on courses held at Indira Gandhi Government Dental College (IGGDC), Jammu, offering advanced training in dental techniques and procedures. These sessions witnessed enthusiastic participation from postgraduate students eager to enhance their clinical skills, with about 850 student scientific presentations.
The inaugural ceremony, was graced by Yudhvir Sethi, MLA, Jammu East. In his address, he emphasized the importance of continuous learning and innovation in improving oral healthcare standards and highlighted the potential of Jammu as a hub for dental tourism, citing its growing healthcare infrastructure and academic excellence.
Dr Dibyendu Mazumdar, Chief Patron and past president of the Dental Council of India, commended the dedicated efforts of the organizing team, particularly acknowledging the role of Dr Shamim Anjum in successfully organizing the event.
During the convention, a wide array of scientific sessions, paper presentations, expert lectures, and keynote addresses were conducted. These sessions focused on key areas such as Endodontics, Aesthetic Dentistry, and Dental Materials, with renowned speakers from across the country sharing their insights on emerging trends and innovations in dentistry. A souvenir was also released by the chief guest on the occasion.
The convention was organized under the leadership of Dr Parveen Akhter Lone, Principal and Dean, IGGDC Jammu. The organizing committee included Dr Shamim Anjum (Organizing Secretary), Dr Azhar Malik, Dr Rachna Dhani Singh, Dr Rudra Kaul, Dr Ajay Gupta, Dr Ravinder Bhagat, and Dr Sachin Chadgal.The convention was supported by CSIR-IIIM Jammu.
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