GLOBAL ISSUES
The enjoyment of highest attainable standard of oral health is one of fundamental right of every human being. India may be progressing economically but it’s oral health status is yet far from satisfactory. The rapidly growing burden of oral diseases is directly related to unhealthy environments & lifestyles which include diet, tobacco use & alcohol. Need based approaches should follow curriculum. Support from other countries in sharing data bases & global trends. Attainment of Millenium Oral Health Goals by 2020 needs active support & collaboration. Role in continuous oral health improvements. Dynamic support should go in letter & spirit to achieve sustainable oral health. Operational research to combat oro-dental diseases. Establishment of Strategic Information Management System to cope up with existing trends & pattern of oral diseases. Need of hour is to formulate Oral Health Task Force to analyze & offer oral health solutions to citizens. Global contribution should go long for attainment of Millenium oral health goals. It is crucial to bring affordable, accessible & sustainable oral health care to limit burden of oral diseases. Positive mindset & supportive action. One of core strategy is judicious & efficient use of available resources. Economic analysis is important tool in streamlining resource allocation process. Identification of priority action areas for national oral health programmes.It should include measures at individual, professional & community levels. To build an evidence based comprehensive programme.Monitring to build a strong, effective & sustainable programme. Global concern to limit burden of oral diseases & set relevant parameters is imperative need.