VP reaffirms govt’s commitment to expanding access to high-quality dental care

Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has reaffirmed the government's commitment to increasing investment in the dental sector, enhancing the quality of dental services, and expanding access to high-quality dental care for all citizens.

He made the remarks during a ceremony held at Hotel Jen on Wednesday to commemorate the golden jubilee of the government's dental services.

Addressing the ceremony, Hussain urged dental professionals to make this milestone the beginning of a new era of innovation by adopting the latest advances in dental technology and delivering modern, high-quality dental services.

He expressed appreciation to all those who have contributed to the advancement of dental services in the Maldives, and paid special tribute to Mohamed Saleem, describing his five decades of uninterrupted service to the nation's health sector as an exemplary model of public service.

He also expressed pride in the progress made in developing the country's dental workforce, noting that Maldivian dental specialists are now serving within the public health system across a broad range of specialized fields.

He said that ensuring that specialized dental services are decentralized and made accessible across the atolls is a top priority for President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s administration.

Concerted efforts to realize this objective are already well underway, he said.

Concluding his address, Hussain expressed confidence that the Maldives' dental services would continue to advance, becoming a regional benchmark for excellence in oral healthcare.

During the ceremony, Hussain officially launched a commemorative publication chronicling the history of the government dental Department. He also presented awards in recognition of the pioneers of dental care in the Maldives, as well as individuals who played a pivotal role in introducing dental services to the country.