Association of Prosthodontists
of Canada

CDSA Representative – Dr. Caroline Tram Nguyen

To advance our Specialty and serve our Members, while acting as the national and international voice of Prosthodontics for Canada.

Canadian Academy of Dental Anaesthesia

CDSA Representative – Dr. Derek Decloux

In consideration of the discovery of anesthesia by dentists, the continuing contribution to the art and science of anesthesia by dentists, and the continuing requirements for and provision of anesthesia care by dentists, this Society has established as its purpose to support and encourage the clinical practice of anesthesia by dentists, and to promote the acquisition and dissemination of scientific knowledge associated therewith. Therefore, the goals of this Society shall be: to make available to dental patients the full spectrum of anesthesia care; to train dentists in the full spectrum of anesthesia care; the development and support of a recognized specialty of anesthesiology in the dental profession; and the establishment of an anesthesiology department in dental schools.

Canadian Academy of Endodontics

CDSA Representative – Dr. Ian Watson 

The objectives of the Academy are:

  1. To advance the art and science of endodontics by providing learning experiences through lectures, seminars, formal and informal discussion groups.
  2. To provide teachers of endodontics a forum for interaction to enhance teaching of endodontics to dental students, dentists and affiliated personnel.
  3. To act as a resource and provide dental governing bodies with information and/or direction concerning endodontic issues upon request.
  4. To maintain and improve the health of the public.

Canadian Academy of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Medicine

CDSA Representative – Dr. Lisa Johnson

The objectives of the Academy are to:

  • Advance, through research, study and education, the sciences of oral and maxillofacial pathology and oral medicine and by their application, maintain and improve the health of the public; and
  • To promote the highest standards in education, research, and the practice of oral and maxillofacial pathology and oral medicine.

Canadian Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology

CDSA Representative – Dr. Trish Lukat

The objectives of the Academy are to advance the art and science of oral and maxillofacial radiology, and thereby, maintain and improve the health of the public.

Canadian Academy of
Pediatric Dentistry

CDSA Representative – Dr. Duy-Dat Vu

The CAPD/ACDP is the recognized national voice of pediatric dentistry. CAPD/ACDP represents its specialist practitioners and advocates for and promotes optimal oral health for infants, children, adolescents and persons with special health care needs.

Canadian Academy of Periodontology

CDSA Representative – Dr. Aditya Patel

The Academy as the national voice of periodontists, supports success of its members, promotes excellence in the practice of periodontics and in partnership advances the periodontal health of the public as an integral part of optimal oral and general health.

Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

CDSA Representative – Dr. Jean-Charles Doucet

The Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CAOMS) is the authoritative national voice of the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, dedicated to the representation and advancement of the specialty and the profession of dentistry, nationally and internationally, and to the achievement of optimal health and quality of life.

Canadian Association of Public Health Dentistry

CDSA Representative – Dr. Keith Da Silva

The Canadian Association of Public Health Dentistry (CAPHD) is the national voice for dental public health in Canada that exists to support members, government, institutions and agencies that are dedicated to improving oral health and assuring oral health equity in Canadians.