The declaration is expected to outline collective commitments from member states to accelerate the implementation of the ‘Global strategy and action plan on oral health 2023 to 2030’.
Oral diseases are the most common non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide, affecting an estimated 3.5bn people.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO director-general, said “Oral health is an important part of wellbeing, yet millions of people lack access to the services they need to protect and promote their oral health.
“WHO calls on all countries to prioritise prevention and expand access to affordable oral health services as part of their journey towards universal health coverage.”
The landmark event is part of the preparatory process for the fourth UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs in 2025. It aims to accelerate progress towards universal health coverage (UHC), reaffirm political commitments made by member states, and promote the implementation of the ‘Global strategy and action plan on oral health 2023 to 2030’.
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