The International Association for Dental Research (IADR) is a professional association, founded in 1920 by William Gies, that focuses on research in the field of
dentistry
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. The aim of this association by constitution is to promote research in all fields of oral and related sciences, to encourage improvements in methods for the prevention and treatment of oral and
dental disease
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, to improve the
oral health
Dentistry, also known as dental medicine and oral medicine, is the branch of medicine focused on the teeth, gums, and mouth. It consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, management, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of ...
of the public through research, and to facilitate cooperation among investigators and the communication of research findings and their implications throughout the world.
IADR Constitution & Bylaws
/ref> The ''Journal of Dental Research
The ''Journal of Dental Research'' is a peer-reviewed medical journal that covers all aspects of dentistry. The editor-in-chief is Nicholas Jakubovics (Newcastle University, UK). It was established in 1919 and is published by SAGE Publications ...
'' (JDR) is the official medical journal
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History
The first ...
of the IADR and the American Association for Dental Research
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** Americans, citizens and nationals of the United States of America
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.
See also
* Prague Section of IADR
References
External links
IADR official website''Journal of Dental Research''
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