Universitas Sumatera Utara Dental and Oral Hospital (RSGM USU) and Faculty of Dentistry (FKG USU) collaborated with Unilever in launching the 2024 National Dental Health Month at Patiunus Hall, Jakarta, on September 12, 2024. The event was attended by the Director of RSGM USU, drg. Siti Salmiah, Sp.KGA., Subsp.KKA(K), and the Dean of FKG USU, Dr. drg. Essie Octiara, Sp.KGA., Subsp.PKOA(K). This event highlighted the institutions' commitment to advancing dental health in Indonesia.
The collaboration between RSGM USU, FKG USU, and Unilever underscores their shared dedication to improving oral health in Indonesia. This partnership is expected to have a significant impact through public education and outreach programs on the importance of proper dental care while also strengthening synergies between academic institutions and industry in supporting public health initiatives.