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Welcome to IDA DK Branch

Indian Dental Association is a national organization of dental surgeons in India. Indian Dental Association is more than 60 year old organization. Indian Dentistry was privilege to have Stalwarts like Dr.A.R.Ahmed, N.N. Berry, V.M. Desai, S.P Kapadia, Mazumdar, H.D Merchant and many more. These legendary orthodontics were founders of today’s Indian Dental Association. They Struggled hard to bring dental surgeons from all over the country and thus established a disciplined approach towards dentistry.

Activities

Dr. K. Nillan Shetty

President
IDA DK Branch

President's Message

Dear Members,
Strive not just to be successful, but rather to be of value.” - Albert Einstein
It is with immense pride and gratitude that I take on the role of President of the Indian Dental Association, Dakshina Kannada District. This association has always been a beacon of excellence, fostering growth in dental education, professional development and community service. As we embark on this new chapter, I aim to build on this legacy and elevate our shared vision to even greater heights.
One of the key pillars of our association is the promotion of dental education and innovation. With rapid advancements in the field of dentistry, staying updated with the latest techniques and technologies is vital. we look forward to conduct various educational programs and workshops. These initiatives are designed to enhance our professional knowledge and skills, enabling us to deliver superior patient care and uphold the highest standards of excellence.
Another significant focus for the coming year is dental tourism. We have a rich cultural heritage and immense potential to become a hub for dental tourism. By offering world-class dental treatments we can attract patients from across the globe while showcasing the beauty and hospitality of our region. I invite members to collaborate and contribute to this exciting initiative, which will not only benefit our profession but also bolster the local economy.

In the months ahead, we have a vibrant lineup of cultural programs that will showcase the cultural diversity and talent that unite us as a community. These events provide a platform to unwind, celebrate our traditions, and build lasting friendships.
I urge each of you to participate and make these events a grand success. Together, let us create moments of joy and camaraderie that strengthen our bonds.
As professionals, we often focus solely on our careers, but being part of this association and engaging in educational programs, cultural events, and initiatives like dental tourism, we grow not just as dentists but as individuals and a united community.
I am confident that we will achieve remarkable milestones this year. Let us work hand in hand to promote excellence, explore opportunities and contribute meaningfully to the well-being of our community. Together, we will uphold the standards that make our association a symbol of pride and progress.
Thank you for your trust and support. Let’s make this year a memorable and impactful one.

Our Team

Dr. K. Nillan Shetty

President

Dr. Aravind Bhat

Immediate Past President

Dr. Jagadish Chandra

President Elect

Dr. Bharath Prabhu

Vice President

Dr. Imran Pasha

Vice President

Dr. Hemanth M Jogi

Hon. Secretary

Dr. Kevin Fernandes

Hon. Joint Secretary

Dr. Prasanna Kumar Rao.J

Hon. Treasurer


Executive Committee Members

Dr. Ashuthosh Shetty

Dr. Akhil Shetty

Dr. Nithin Gonsalves

Dr. Shamkishore .K

Dr. Nanditha Shenoy


Dr. Praveen Jodalli

Representative to CDH

Dr. Nanditha Sujir

CDE Chairman

Dr. Shamila Shetty

Editor

Representative to State Branch

Dr. Vidyadhar Shetty

Dr. Ganesh Bhat

Dr. Veena KM

Dr. Ibrahim Khaleel

Dr. Sharan Shetty

Dr. Mohammed Shahid


Lady Representative

Dr. Priyanka Shetty


Membership Drive Convenor

Dr. Shravan Shetty

Dr. Ashish Shetty

Dr. Umae Amarah

Dr. Sushanth Bhat



AERB

Dear Peers in the Profession, Greetings from the IDA-DK Branch. As you are aware,In the recent few days there has been a lot of unsolicited information doing rounds regarding the X-ray equipments used in the Dental Clinics,the AERB approval,the exposure of the X-rays and its hazardous effects on our patients and the X-ray personnel.

As per the PROVISIONS OF ATOMIC ACT 1962 & ATOMIC ENERGY[RADIATION PROTECTION] RULES 2004, it is mandatory to all Medical personnel to get their X-ray units including Dental Radiography certified by AERB periodically. AERB also has provisions to do the same in their online portal http://aerb.gov.in/AERBPortal/eLORA.htm

IDA-DK Branch for the benefit of its members have negotiated with Avanttec Laboratories ;Chennai for certification & AERB approval of the same for a special Rate of Rs 6500/clinic for a period of 5yrs which includes TLD Badges[one yr]. The procedure ,forms & contact details can be downloaded from the website of IDA-DK Branch.

All members who are interested can contact the the Hon Sec@9845278015 or Hon Treasurer@9900151108 before 25.04.2016

Contact Us

President

Dr. K. Nillan Shetty
MDS: Fellow-PFA Smile M'Braces
Dental Speciality Clinic, 1st Floor,
Oberle Towers Balmatta Road,
Mangaluru - 575003
Ph : 0824-2448815 | Mob : +91 94814 46634

Hon. Secretary

Dr. Hemanth Jogi
Professor & Head, Department of Oral Pathology
Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences,
Mukka, Surathkal, Mangalore- 574146
Mob : +91 98800 48427

Hon. Treasurer

Dr. Prasanna Kumar Rao. J
Professor,
Oral Medicine and Radiology
Consultant Dental Surgeon
Kamalini Dental Clinic, Kamalini Building,
Bunts Hostel Circle, Mangalore-575003
Mob : +91 99001 51108