Welcome Message

YBHG. PROF. TAN SRI DATUK DR. HJ. MOHAMED HANIFFA BIN HJ. ABDULLAH

Pro Chancellor and Executive Chairman, MAHSA University

Warmest greetings from MAHSA University.

Faculty of Dentistry, MAHSA University is privileged to organize the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference (NDSSC) which will be held on the 27th of April 2019 at MAHSA University’s Bandar Saujana Putra campus.

In keeping with the nation’s commitment to the pursuit of excellence in the field of dentistry, this conference serves as a platform for dental students all over Malaysia to connect, compete and exchange ideas. We believe that through this conference, dental students will realise the importance of research and scientific publications.

Over the past few decades a lot has changed in the knowledge, technology, materials and practice of dentistry. Research work and scientific publications are very critical for the progress of science and in bringing about changes based on evidence. Breakthroughs as a result of successful research have resulted in a higher quality of care, increased comfort and more treatment options are available for patients.

I am honoured to congratulate and wish the very best for everyone involved in the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference.

YBHG. PROF. DATO' ISHAK BIN ABDUL RAZAK

Vice Chancellor, MAHSA University

I am delighted to welcome all delegates to MAHSA University, as host for the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference 2019.

In an era where we strive to provide excellent care for the community, it is pertinent to ensure that the students receive the best quality education, one which is current and evidence based. It is also important to cultivate them to be lifelong learners. This can be achieved through the quest for new knowledge in pursuing answers towards meeting the healthcare needs of their patients.

The National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference is an annual event organized by dental students and serves as a platform for all the dental undergraduates in Malaysia to come together and share knowledge mainly through the presentation of their research papers. Additionally several other side activities have been planned to engage the students in a spirit of friendly competition.

I wish the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference to be an overwhelming success.

PROF. DR ROSNAH BINTI MOHD ZAIN

Dean, Faculty of dentistry,MAHSA University

As the host for the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference 2019, I am truly delighted to welcome all delegates to MAHSA University.

In order to deliver excellent care for the community, it is imperative that we provide quality education to our undergraduate students. This includes a body of research knowledge enabling them as practitioners to address the future healthcare needs of their patients.

The National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference serves as an excellent platform for all dental undergraduates in Malaysia to interact and exchange knowledge, thus enhancing the standards of their professional courses and ensuring quality care for the community in the near future.

With the dream that this conference will continue to foster a trend of offering updated knowledge to the participants, it is my wish that the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference be a monumental success.

ASSOC. PROF. DR. PRATHAP CHANDAR MANIVANNAN

Organizing Chairman,
Deputy Dean ( Student Experience),
Faculty of dentistry, MAHSA University

I would like to take this wonderful opportunity to welcome all participants of the 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference to MAHSA University. With the vision of empowering dental students to be competent and professional practitioners in the future, we aspire to enlighten them with the current trends and advancements in the world of dentistry.

In order to become knowledgeable and effective practitioners, students should be well exposed to the ins and outs of conducting research. Undoubtedly, research is the golden key that can open any door for advancements in the field of dentistry. Thus, I believe this conference will serve as a prodigious way for us to achieve our goal of quality education.

I wish the best to all the participants of 11th National Dental Students’ Scientific Conference, and once again, welcome to MAHSA University.