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UDA University Mentorship Programme Strengthens Connections Between Dental Students and Practising Professionals

admin October 27, 2026

The Uganda Dental Association (UDA) successfully conducted its University Mentorship Programme from 16th to 23rd October 2026, engaging dental students across four university campuses in an initiative aimed at strengthening professional guidance, career development, and the future of dentistry in Uganda.

The programme brought mentorship and professional engagement closer to dental students at Makerere University Dental School, Jeph International University, Equator University of Science and Technology in Masaka, and Kampala International University (KIU) Western Campus.

Made in Uganda: Why Local Oral Health Manufacturing Matters

admin September 22, 2026

Every smile begins with daily oral care, and behind many of Uganda’s oral care products is a story of local manufacturing, innovation, and commitment to healthier communities. Afri Oral Health

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The Accessibility Gap: Why the “standard”dentist is failing your family

admin February 26, 2026

For most people, a dental appointment is a minor inconvenience. For families living with special needs individuals (SHCN), however, it is often a strategic operation — one fraught with anxiety,

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Folkestone Dental Team Help treat 800 patients in rural Uganda

admin November 5, 2025

A small team from the UK has made a big difference in Uganda providing free dental care tohundreds of people who otherwise have little or no access to treatment.The team,

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The Dentist Who Stayed: Honoring 45 Years of Dr. Ken Chapman

admin April 15, 2025

This year marks a significant milestone for Uganda’s dental healthcare as Dr. Ken Chapman, an American dentist who arrived in the late 1970s, retires after an extraordinary 45 years of

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Reasons you have misaligned teeth

admin May 6, 2024

Misaligned teeth are more than just a cosmetic concern. They can affect your oral health and daily routines. Your teeth are supposed to fit in your mouth, be straight, with

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Acid Reflux and its impact on Dental Health

admin April 8, 2024

Acid reflux, a common digestive disorder characterized by the backward flow of stomach acid into the esophagus, can have far-reaching implications beyond gastrointestinal discomfort. Uganda Dental Association (UDA) seeks to

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The Impact of Pacifier Use on Dental Health

admin March 4, 2024

For many infants and toddlers, thumb-sucking and pacifier use serve as natural comfort mechanisms. However, concerns arise among parents regarding the potential dental implications associated with prolonged pacifier use. As

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Dental Implant Procedure – A Comprehensive Guide

admin February 5, 2024

Having a missing tooth is more common than many Ugandans realize. Untreated missing teeth can lead to bone loss in the jaw, causing teeth to shift and impacting overall oral

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Soft or Hard Bristles? Choosing the right toothbrush for you

admin January 22, 2024

The toothbrush holds a significant place in oral hygiene practices, dating back to ancient civilizations. Our ancestors in Uganda utilized natural materials like twigs as “chew sticks” to maintain oral

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Dental care guidance for seniors and people with special needs

admin January 8, 2024

The Uganda Dental Association (UDA) is deeply committed to promoting accessible oral health care across all segments of Uganda’s population. This commitment particularly extends to vulnerable groups, including seniors and

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UDA is co-opted into AFSAE

admin December 18, 2023

Based in Nairobi the Kenyan capital, AFSAE is a professional community of association executives and a voice of association profession in Africa. Following a week long engagement with the Ugandan