IDEALS - International Dental Ethics and Law Society

As the name suggests, it is an association whose members approach dental ethics and law from many professional and discipline perspectives. • oral health professionals who deliver care to patients; • lawyers, regulators, administrators who provide framework and management; • educators, writers, and researchers; • in the fields of dentistry, philosophy, the humanities and social sciences. The purpose IDEALS is to provide an opportunity for such a diverse group to exchange ideas, to share research and debate experiences in ethics and law as they relate to dentistry.

About Leuven

Leuven is an ancient city dating from the 9th century with it is known for its cultural history and its university. KU Leuven is nearly 600 years old and is the oldest Catholic University in the world still functioning. Leuven, population just over 100,000, is located 25 kilometres east of Brussels. Sebastien Artois started brewing in Leuven in 1708 and the beer Stella Artois is still brewed in Leuven. During early September the climate is mild and pleasant for walking in the ancient lanes and relaxing in the outdoor cafes absorbing the atmosphere of the city. For more information go to www.discoverleuven.com and www.leuven.be.

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Congress Flyer

DEALS CONGRESS 2020, Leuven, September 8-10

Thursday: DENTAL ETHICS – Vulnerability in Dentistry: An examination of ethical issues.
The congress will cover the ethical issues relating to vulnerability. It will include (but not be limited) to a discussion of patients with disabilities in their health and disadvantage due to poverty and displacement. Rapid changes in communication and business practices within professions have the potential ethical and legal risks for patients, dentists and the community.
Friday: Legal
We will go as broad as possible – the relation between the patient, the dentist and the community. Will there be an evolution in dentistry – overtreatment – undertreatment. Affordable treatment?
Saturday: evaluation of dental damage – insurances
Case reports

Welcome reception will be on Wednesday evening
Congress diner will be on Friday Dress code is business informal and guests are welcome.

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Congress Venue

The Faculty Club is situated on the edge of the city (1.5 km from the centre). It is located in a restored 13th-16th century building in the Great Beguinage (Groot Begijnhopf) of Leuven - a UNESCO world heritage site. http://www.facultyclub.be/en/ The lectures and meetings will be held in various rooms at this venue. Congress Dinner will also be held at the Faculty Club on Thursday Evening And is included in the registration fee. Dress code is business informal and guests are welcome (80 Euro/person).

Congress Fees & Key Contact

Congress Fee Full registration includes coffee breaks, buffet lunches, diner on Thursday evening, and all congress papers and 1- year membership * Prior to August 20, 2020 270 EURO More Information If you need further assistance, contact Yvo Vermylen

Belgium Meeting 2022     

The Congress is canceled and replaced by a meeting

8-9 September 2022   

The reason was a very low number of participants due to COVID 19 and the War between Ukraine and Russia. 
But… we will probably organise a Real Congress in 2023. That will be decided at the 2022 meeting. We will use this meeting to discuss in a round table session how we can put Ideals on the rails again. 

Past Congress Papers & IDEALS Bulletin

Abstracts from past Congresses and past editions of the IDEALS Bulletin

IDEALS Documents

Meetings, Minutes, Reports, Statements, etc

Recent publications

Papers and presentation from members and recommendations for further reading

IDEALS News

Under development

Coming Events

Under development

Belgium Meeting 2022     

The Congress is canceled and replaced by a meeting

8-9 September 2022   

The reason was a very low number of participants due to COVID 19 and the War between Ukraine and Russia. 
But… we will probably organise a Real Congress in 2023. That will be decided at the 2022 meeting. We will use this meeting to discuss in a round table session how we can put Ideals on the rails again. 
We also have papers that will be presented: 
– Learning to apologize in case of dental errors from an ethical perspective
– Uncertainty in forensic Practice
– Quality assurance in dentistry and forensic Odontology
– Dental damage evaluation: a multinationalcomparative medicolegal analysis
– The accident Form: an important document that must describe the damage in great detail
– ADR, Is it the answer to Dental Negligence Claims?
–  ….etc…

Past Congress Papers & IDEALS Bulletin

Abstracts from past Congresses and past editions of the IDEALS Bulletin

IDEALS Documents

Meetings, Minutes, Reports, Statements, etc

Recent publications

Papers and presentation from members and recommendations for further reading

IDEALS News

Under development

Coming Events

Under development

Belgium Meeting 2022     

The Congress is canceled and replaced by a meeting

8-9 September 2022   

The reason was a very low number of participants due to COVID 19 and the War between Ukraine and Russia. 
But… we will probably organise a Real Congress in 2023. That will be decided at the 2022 meeting. We will use this meeting to discuss in a round table session how we can put Ideals on the rails again. 
We also have papers that will be presented: 
– Learning to apologize in case of dental errors from an ethical perspective
– Uncertainty in forensic Practice
– Quality assurance in dentistry and forensic Odontology
– Dental damage evaluation: a multinationalcomparative medicolegal analysis
– The accident Form: an important document that must describe the damage in great detail
– ADR, Is it the answer to Dental Negligence Claims?
–  ….etc…

Past Congress Papers & IDEALS Bulletin

Abstracts from past Congresses and past editions of the IDEALS Bulletin

IDEALS Documents

Meetings, Minutes, Reports, Statements, etc

Recent publications

Papers and presentation from members and recommendations for further reading

IDEALS News

Under development

Coming Events

Under development

Belgium Meeting 2022     

The Congress is canceled and replaced by a meeting

8-9 September 2022   

The reason was a very low number of participants due to COVID 19 and the War between Ukraine and Russia. 
But… we will probably organise a Real Congress in 2023. That will be decided at the 2022 meeting. We will use this meeting to discuss in a round table session how we can put Ideals on the rails again. 
We also have papers that will be presented: 
– Learning to apologize in case of dental errors from an ethical perspective
– Uncertainty in forensic Practice
– Quality assurance in dentistry and forensic Odontology
– Dental damage evaluation: a multinationalcomparative medicolegal analysis
– The accident Form: an important document that must describe the damage in great detail
– ADR, Is it the answer to Dental Negligence Claims?
–  ….etc…

Past Congress Papers & IDEALS Bulletin

Abstracts from past Congresses and past editions of the IDEALS Bulletin

IDEALS Documents

Meetings, Minutes, Reports, Statements, etc

Recent publications

Papers and presentation from members and recommendations for further reading

IDEALS News

Under development

Coming Events

Under development

Where to stay in Leuven?

Leuven is an attractive city. The period after the big holiday (July-August) is ideal to discover the city. The Museums, the cultural heritage and the University attract a lot of tourists. Even though there are 50 hotels in Leuven, it is advisable to book a stay in advance. Accomodation must be booked directly with the hotel. There are several hotels within a 15 minutes walk of the venue.
To find an hotel in Leuven – go to “TRIVAGO” or “EXPEDIA” Hotel Leuven
or www.visit Leuven.be (click on "overnight")

Shepherd hotel Ibis hotel The best thing you can do is check if a free cancellation is possible. This can usually take up to 1 to 2 weeks before your arrival.

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