The Organisation for Caries Research or ORCA in acronym is a scientific organisation which promotes oral health through scientific research in the field of Cariology.
In 1953, ORCA was founded as an international organisation based in Europe and since then it has brought together dental professionals from all around the world.
The aims of ORCA are:
1. To promote oral health through scientific understanding of the aetiology, pathogenesis, prevention and clinical control or management of dental caries. Health outcomes related to dental caries are also of interest, as are other disorders of dental hard tissues.
2. To evaluate the findings of research; to encourage their practical application and to prevent their abuse.
3. To establish close contacts between all individuals and organisations with similar aims, without distinction as to nationality.
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