SCDA Partners & Supporters

Honoring Global Collaboration in Advancing Oral Health

Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA) is proud to recognize the extraordinary partners and organizations who share our commitment to improving oral health and quality of life for people with diverse needs across the globe. Their support helps advance research, education, and clinical innovation in special care dentistry—impacting communities worldwide.

Foundation Nakao for Worldwide Oral Health

SCDA is honored to be named one of five recipients of the 5th Anniversary Foundation Nakao for Worldwide Oral Health Recognition Award. This international recognition celebrates organizations making significant contributions to global oral health through research, education, and service. In June, SCDA was awarded $10,000 in recognition of the leadership and impact of Dr. Leo Marchini, representing SCDA's ongoing commitment to advancing oral healthcare for people with special health care needs.

We are humbled to be recognized alongside international leaders dedicated to advancing oral health:

  • College of General Dentistry (UK) – Prof. Avijit Banerjee

  • SCDA – Special Care Dentistry Association – Dr. Leo Marchini

  • The D3 Group – Prof. Mike Hubbard

  • Japanese Society of Gerontology – Prof. Hirohiko Hirano

  • Japan Prosthodontic Society – Prof. Takuo Kuboki

SCDA extends congratulations to all awardees and gratitude to Foundation Nakao for supporting global collaboration in oral health.