A Smile of Solidarity: Ehsan’s Artistic Creations Fundraise for Dental Trauma UK
April 2025
In November 2023, seven-year-old Ehsan slipped on a skate ramp outside his school and landed face-first. The impact fractured his front tooth so severely that it was broken in half and the remainder driven up into the gum – one of the most serious forms of dental trauma.
Thanks to the expert care he received at Bristol Dental Hospital, Ehsan underwent extensive treatment to stabilise and restore the damaged tooth. The team’s skill meant that, for the time being, the tooth is back in place and he is free from discomfort. Although further treatment may be needed in the future, this young patient can already smile with confidence, a testament to both his own resilience and the hospital’s dedication.
Moved by the kindness of his dental team, Ehsan decided to show his gratitude in a uniquely creative way. Over the past few months, he has been designing and producing his very own Pokémoninspired cards, which he sells online. He has generously donated a portion of the proceeds to Dental Trauma UK. Ehsan says “I chose Dental Trauma UK because I’ve been through dental trauma and I would like everyone to know more about what to do when it happens”. He found our charity by searching online with his parents (who also made a generous dontation - thank you very much!).
Congratulations to Ehsan both for his courage in facing treatment and for his compassionate wish to support others who have suffered dental injuries. His story reminds us that even the youngest among us can turn adversity into something truly remarkable.
We are 10 years old!
In November 2024 we celebrated our 10-year anniversary in the prestigious library at the Royal College of Surgeons, England.
The Board members (below) were delighted to celebrate with many of our members, supporters and stakeholders and were imformed about DTUK's successful journey over the past 10 years.
The first conference was held at the British Library in April 2015 and was a great success! Photo below shows (from left to right) Lindsey, Reza, Hamed, Daniel, Fahad (who flew over from Kuwait) Nectaria & Serpil, all celebrating after a great day of lectures.
Well done Yaz - you are a champion
22 May 2022
Yaz Arrain, one of our members and regional representatives, took part in the Welsh Open Taekwondo Championship and won GOLD- yay!!!! Go Yaz!
September 2021
Nabeel Ilyas won the coveted Richard Welbury Case Report Prize - congratulations!
Second prize was won by Alice Duke & 3rd prize by Natalie Gallacher.
March 2021
Man City & Liverpool to participate in mouthguard study
October 2020
Professor Jens Andreasen passed away on 26.9.20.
Please click here to see a letter from Prof Andreasen in September shortly before he passed away.
July 2020
IADT Trauma Guidelines Updated guidelines
https://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/horror-crash-doctor-urges-cyclists-to-wear-mouthguards-a3843046.html
IADT publish new mission statement
Mission Statement
The International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) is a professional organization whose mission is to promote optimal prevention, diagnostic, treatment and follow-up services in the field of traumatic dental injuries through interaction with dental and medical colleagues, the lay public, and interested parties in education, sports, industry, public service and governmental agencies across the globe.
25 April 2016
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