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National Dental Commission
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- The Government of India established the National Dental Commission, replacing the Dental Council of India, to reform dental education and regulation.
- It aims to improve the quality of dental education, ensure transparency in admissions and exams, and provide affordable oral healthcare services to people.
- The commission has three autonomous boards that look after dental education, assessment of institutions, and professional ethics of dentists.
- It replaces the old system under the Dentists Act 1948, bringing a modern and structured regulatory framework.
- The commission is headed by Dr. Sanjay Tewari and focuses on accountability and better governance in the dental sector.
- It also works to reduce irregularities, improve standards in dental colleges, and protect the interests of students and patients.
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