The Government of India has set up the National Dental Commission in place of the Dental Council of India to reform dental education and regulation.
- It aims to raise the quality of dental education, ensure transparent admissions and exams, and make oral healthcare affordable.
- The commission has three autonomous boards, covering dental education, assessment of institutions and professional ethics.
- It replaces the framework under the Dentists Act, 1948 with a modern regulatory structure.
- Headed by Dr. Sanjay Tewari, it will focus on accountability, curbing irregularities and protecting students and patients.