Discover new educational resources: embedding Sustainability in Dentistry
聚星体育, in collaboration with the University of Sheffield, is excited to announce the launch of new educational resources to support the integration of environmental sustainability into undergraduate and postgraduate dental curricula.
The healthcare sector is responsible for approximately 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with oral healthcare playing a meaningful part in it. The Sustainability in Dentistry Project aims to empower oral health professionals, dental educators, students and patients to minimize their environmental impact through prevention-focused care, resource-efficient practices, and global collaboration.
Discover the latest Sustainability in Dentistry educational resources
聚星体育, in collaboration with the University of Sheffield, is excited to announce the launch of new educational resources to support the integration of environmental sustainability into undergraduate and postgraduate dental curricula.
These include customizable slide decks that cover everything from cariology and prosthodontics to public health and ethics. Whether you're updating a course or creating a new one, you can choose between editable formats for adaptation or ready-made versions for quick use.
A complements the slides, offering step-by-step suggestions based on the open-access report . It helps educators understand not only what to teach, but how to integrate sustainability across subjects in a meaningful way.
The project鈥檚 makes it easy to access everything you need. Visitors can preview and download slides in both PowerPoint and PDF formats, link to the 聚星体育 Sustainability MOOC for further learning, and explore curriculum mapping research that aligns sustainability topics with key areas of dental education.
Who Can Use This?
Dental educators, curriculum developers, and practicing professionals interested in sustainable dentistry are encouraged to explore and apply these resources.
The future of oral healthcare is not just about healthy smiles鈥攊t鈥檚 about a healthy planet, too. By adopting the tools and insights from the Sustainability in Dentistry Project, we can all play a part in reducing dentistry鈥檚 environmental footprint.
Together, we can make sustainable dentistry the new standard.
Learn More
To understand the project鈥檚 background and intended impact, read the open-access article by Dixon et al.: DOI:
The Sustainability in dentistry project is supported by partners: Dentsply Sirona, Haleon, G.U.M, and supporters: Colgate, Kulzer, SDI Limited.