Periodontology: Associations & Societies

Periodontists are also dentistry's experts in the treatment of oral inflammation and receive three additional years of specialized training following dental school. Periodontics is one of the nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.

The EFP runs a successful dental conference - Europerio - more information can be found in the Europerio section of the site.

The EFP sponsors and moderates the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, as a member you can access this publication using this website.

The EFP has a full time office - information on how to contact the office can be found here.
The EFP has a President and many committees that make the federation work. Our bylaws can be found here.
The EFP is formed by 29 national societies of Periodontology.
To become EFP member you should contact one of these societies and ask for EFP membership. You can find the societies contact data in EFP societies section, contact forms for all the societies that have email addresses can be found here.
The EFP doesn´t have individual members.

The British Society of Periodontology exists to promote the art and science of periodontology. Our membership includes specialist practitioners, periodontists, general dentists, consultants and trainees in restorative dentistry, clinical academics, dental hygienists and therapists, specialist trainees in periodontology, and many others.

Last year we conducted the first ever IAP Conclave; an enriching and enlightening three days spent with a huge think tank of Periodontists from around the world. All delegates who participated at the Conclave lent their mettle significantly at various levels of this unique deliberation session. The IAP brought about some conclusive statements endorsed by the 100 plus delegates. These will probably pave the pathway to newer findings, research and therapy in the field of Periodontology.

In the two year tenure as President of the IAP, I would like to see the IAP strike up fruitful partnerships and fresh initiatives in addition to the biennial meeting that will take place in year 2017. We have already begun the dialogue with the FDI to renew our partnership for future FDI meetings. We have also initiated a fruitful discussion with IDEMI for future collaboration. I thank our Immediate Past President, Dr. Mark Bartold who opened up the concept of the IDEMI collaboration. I personally will be at the FDI generalassembly in 2015 to sign up our partnership program and will also meet up with the IDEMI representatives to finalize the IAP association with IDEMI.

Drs. Frank Scott, Harold Pattishall, Norman Becker, Ray Spyres, Art Green, Mavin Rosenberg, Morthon Rosenbluth, Blair Madsen, Jack Whitman, Richard Chace, Clinton Rehnke, Ken Langley, James Tobias, Jack Mishkin, Charles Hall and Hal Rhea.

The next meeting of these esteemed professionals was held in Orlando where the constitution and by-laws were adopted. Also, each member there was asked to present a case for group discussion as part of the program. The feeling among those present was the meeting should be a place for study and discussion of mutual problems, not for social activities.

Today, the Florida Association of Periodontists (FAP) has over 265 members and continues to have two continuing education meetings each year, the winter meeting in February and the summer meeting in August. The meetings are usually held in Tampa or Orlando and are supported by various exhibitors and sponsors.

The FAP Executive Council consists of six officers. They meet in conjunction with the two general meetings and throughout the year via conference call. This is a select group chosen by FAP membership and the also serve in different capacities in organized dentistry, dental study clubs and within academia.

FAP members are represented at the national level (American Academy of Periodontology) by elected trustees. The FAP proudly has two members serving in this capacity for District Three.

The Florida Association of Periodontists continues to grow and is active within state and national issues involving the laws and rules of dentistry and the overall well-being of patients.

The Branch Societies hold regular scientific meetings among its members and guests. The Federal Society holds a biennial scientific conference with the venue rotated among the capital cities of Australia.

It publishes a scientific journal twice a year and pledges support for scientific research through the Australian Periodontology Research Foundation (APRF), and an undergraduate research scholarship scheme.

The establishment of this group is an important event as it now provides a forum for us to discuss periodontology as it affects our particular regions. It is clear that we have a solid research, clinical and educational base from which to operate. To date, eight symposia have been held under the title "Asian Pacific Periodontal Symposium". These have been very successful meetings with participants being derived solely from the Asian Pacific region.

One of the principal objectives of this Society is to foster collegiality, friendships and perhaps collaborations. The group is very diverse, ranging in differences in culture, socioeconomic and religions. These have particular ramifications for the manifestation of the periodontal diseases, their treatment and long term management. Such a mix is unique and provides an opportunity for us all to learn from each others diverse experiences.

Membership of this Society is open to anyone who possesses a dental, medical or veterinary degree and has an interest in periodontology. In the interests of advancing periodontology in our region, I urge you to seriously consider joining this Society.

This website provides general information about gum problems such as gum diseases (gingivitis & periodontitis) as well as tooth replacement with dental implants. It also provides information about the New Zealand Society of Periodontology, its organisation and membership. The site also offers helpful advice on what kinds of treatments are available and who you should see for treatment.

We have come a long way from the yesteryears of this specialty organization from a handful of members in twice a decade to more than 1600 members representing diverse areas and designations across the country; as one of the most represented dental specialty organizations in India. Please feel free to browse through the site and explore the diverse areas we represent in the specialty of periodontology concerning the indian subcontinent and the members may login to access personal information and registration details; provided they are assigned a user-name and password for the same.

The aim of the society is to promote the periodontal and general health of the public and advance excellence in periodontics.
This event, organised by the EFP, will be held in London from June 3rd - 6th 2015.

It will be devoted to “Peri-implant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” and will address individual topics in an in-depth, high-standard manner. As scientific President, Sandro Cortellini has invited Master clinicians from Europe, to participate in the program, all of whom are internationally recognized for their expertise in this field.

Each session will be followed by a debate that will offer delegates the opportunity to share their experience. For an optimum learning experience, participation will be limited to 500 participants. Registrations will be handled on a first come, first served basis. Therefore, we recommend registering soon.