Indian Dentists’ Alliance in Kuwait (IDAK) released the 8th Volume of IDAK Oral Health Guide, titled, ‘New Age Dentistry’, at a glittering ceremony on 9 December at The Millennium Hotel and Convention Center, Salmiya.
Chairman of Kuwait Dental Association, Dr. Mohammad Dashti, graced the occasion as chief guest, along with guests of honor, Dean of Faculty of Dentistry, Kuwait University, Dr. Rashed AlAzemi, the President of New Osler for Medical Services, Dr. Osama Al Shafei, the CEO of AlSayafe Ghassan Homsi, and the CEO of DDS International Omar Swedan. Other specially invited guests included the Center and Department heads, representatives from the different companies sponsoring IDAK, and executive members of various associations in Kuwait. General Secretary Dr. Jagan Baskaradosss welcomed the audience and President Dr. Thomas Thomas enumerated the journey of IDAK under different past-presidents of IDAK.
Chief Editor of the Oral Guide, Dr. Deendayal Mittapalli introduced the latest Oral Health Guide, while former Presidents of IDAK, Dr. Shaheer Malik and Dr. Rajesh Alexander were awarded the prestigious ‘IDAKian of the Year Award’ for 2020 and 2022, respectively. The various sponsors of the event felicitated were New Osler for Medical Services as Platinum sponsor, Al Sayafe Medical Company as Diamond sponsor, DDS International as Gold sponsor and Advanced Technology Company as Silver sponsor, in addition to the two Premium Sponsors, Biohorizons Dental Implant Company, and Alpha Medicals. IDAKs official airline partner, Al Jazeera Airways, represented by Ms. Martha and Mr. Ahmad, provided two complimentary tickets to Dr. Thomas Thomas, while Vice-President Dr. Jayashree Dexith proposed the vote of thanks.
The official function was followed by a cultural extravaganza, titled ‘Jashn-E- Muskan’, which was organized by the Cultural Committee, headed by Dr. Prathap Unnithan. IDAK members and families dazzled on the stage with fabulous dances, innovative dramas, a creative fashion show and a riveting grand finale which left the audience spellbound.
The MCs for the event were Dr. Reeby Sara Thomas, Dr. Prathap Unnithan, Dr. Shalin Anna Simon, Dr. Bankima Malhotra, Dr. Devi Priya, Dr. Shilpa Raj, Dr. Heba Ansari and Dr. Remya Elizabeth Mathew.The eventful evening came to a close with a sumptuous buffet dinner. IDAK Council thanked their esteemed sponsors, as well as Al-Jezzaf Royal Advertising Company, Tag Events, The Millennium Hotel management, IDAK Committee members, volunteers and participants for their support in organizing the perfect event.
