The form and program of Community Service by the Bachelor in Dentistry Program held on 22–23 August 2025 included: dental health education through posters, brochures, activity and educational videos, as well as training modules. Dental check-ups and dental health services (oral health counseling and oral cavity examinations) were also carried out in this Community Service activity.
The Community Service involved 14 students and 6 lecturers, including: Dr. drg. Sri Budi Barunawati, M.Kes., Sp. Pros (K)., drg. Murti Indrastuti, M.Kes., Sp. Pros (K)., Prof. Dr. drg. Titik Ismiyati, MS., Sp.Pros (K)., drg. Intan Ruspita, M.Kes., Ph.D., drg. Pramudya Aditama, MDSc., Sp. Pros., and drg. Fadyl Yunizar, M.PH., Ph.D.
This Community Service was also supported by IPROSI Kaltimtara, IPROSI Yogyakarta, PDGI Penajam Paser Utara, RSUD Ratu Aji Putri Botung, the Health Office of Penajam Paser Utara Regency, the Faculty of Dentistry UGM (FKG UGM) team consisting of Prosthodontics lecturers and residents, internship dentists in Penajam Paser Utara, and KAKGIGAMA. The event was also attended by the Head of the PPU Health Office/representatives, the Director of RSUD Ratu Aji Putri Botung, the Chair of IPROSI KALTIMTARA, and the Chair of PDGI Penajam Paser Utara. The location of this Community Service was chosen in Penajam Paser Utara Regency because it is one of the partner regions in the Academic Health System (AHS) network of FKG UGM. The main oral health issues in Penajam Paser Utara include lack of awareness of oral hygiene, limited knowledge about regular dental check-ups, restricted access to dental health services, and the perception that dental treatment is expensive.
A total of 47 patients received services in the form of education and oral health check-ups. The Bachelor in Dentistry Community Service Program received a warm welcome from the local community. This was evident from the high enthusiasm of the residents who arrived on time to receive services, showing support for the health improvement efforts being implemented. Local stakeholders expressed appreciation for this activity, considering it capable of providing real benefits to the community. The enthusiastic attendance of patients was proof that this program was well-received and is expected to continue and deliver positive impacts on public health.
Author: Andri Wicaksono, Photo: Doc. FKG UGM Public Relations
