Annual Report - Malaysian Dental Association

Malaysian Dental AssociationMINUTES OF THE 69th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGOF THE MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION HELD ONTHE 25TH & 26TH MAY 2012 AT 2.00 PM, BORNEOCONVENTION CENTRE, KUCHING, SARAWAK,MALAYSIA.Item 1CALL TO ORDERThe Chairman Dr. Mohamad Muzafar Hamirudin called the meeting to order at 2.00 pm.Item 2REGISTRATION OF DELEGATESA quorum of 54 members was established, verified and confirmed by Dr. Chow Kai Foo, the HonoraryGeneral Secretary.Item 3RESOLUTIONS FROM THE HOUSESome members of the House proposed the following Resolutions to be adopted for the AGM toproceed.The said members of the House were Dr. Paul C. K. Lee, Datuk Dr. Yim Khai Kee, Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan,Dato’ Dr. Lian Chin Boon, Mej. Jen. Dato’ Dr. Shukri Bin Hussain, Dr. T. Thurairatnam, and Dr. JaswantSingh.The Resolutions were as follow;Resolution 1: To resolve that the 69th MDA AGM be held over two (2) days, on the 25th (Friday) and26th (Saturday) of May 2012, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at the Borneo Convention Centre.Resolution 2: That the registration of members for the AGM be held on both days until the time ofelection.The House voted and adopted the above Resolutions by a show of hands.Item 4CONFIRMATION FROM THE HOUSEThe House confirmed that Honorary members are entitled to vote provided they are also registeredin Division 1 of the Dental Registrar according to the Dental Act 1971 according to Article VI Section3 subsection b. (iii).Item 5PROPOSALS FROM THE HOUSE1) That no lectures or workshops be held during the duration of the AGM sessions (proposed byDr. Noraini Alwi).2) That the legal advisor should be present for future AGMs or EGMs (proposed byDato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan).3) That the Notice of Meeting should include both the time and venue (proposed by Dr. NorainiAlwi).4) That the AGM be held in one continuous session, that members cast their votes immediately afterregistration for the AGM and then only have the subsequent discussions on issues pertaining tothe AGM. (proposed by Dr Paul CK Lee)3

Malaysian Dental Association68 0179 Dr Mohanadas V69 A031 Kapt Dr Muhammad Arham Bin Hashim70 A034 Kapt Dr Muhd Khiratti Mat Zainal71 C037 Dr Ng Ben Chuan72 C042 Dr Ng Woan Tyng73 0154 Dr Nguan Siong Ung74 V067 Dr Nomah Taharim75 V042 Dr Noor Aliyah Ismail76 0378 Dr Noraini Binti Alwi77 V070 Dr Norliza Mohamed78 0260 Dr Narjit Kaur A/P Paramjit Singh79 Sk23 Dr Natasya Ahmad Tarib80 0446 Dr Neo Voon Huat81 0056 Dr Neoh Ein Yau82 C036 Dr Neoh Gim Bok83 0175 Dr Ng Chek Sen84 V047 Dr Noormi Othman85 Sk Dr Nor Atika Md Ashar86 330 Dr Nor Haslina Bt. Mohd Hashim87 C047 Dr Nurshaline Pauline88 V134 Dr Ong Siew Tin89 0404 Dr Patrick Yeoh Chai Leng90 V100 Dr Paul Lee Chu Kob91 0463 Dr Peh Ching Eng92 0586 Dr Patimah Abd Rahim93 0511 Dr Peh Tee Luun94 0293 Dr Quay Bee Ing95 0184 Dr Rajamalar A/P Rajadurai96 0708 Dr Rani Panadam97 V015 Dr Raymond Chai Yeong Chang98 0379 Dr R. T. Arasu99 0430 Dr Rajeswary Raman100 0087 Dr Roki Sabo101 0329 Dr Rozihan Bt Hasan @ Husin102 0518 Dr Samuel Chan103 A007 Lt Kol Dr Sharlene Kereshanan104 V010 Dr Shalini Kanagasingam105 0396 Dr Sim Ruoh Hern106 0031 Dr Suresh M. Samy107 0636 Dr Suzanne Husun Reginald Iggan108 E2070 Dr Saridatun Nur Abd Salam109 0249 Dr Selvarajoo Tandan110 0420 Dr Sheila Rani Ramalingam111 V106 Dr Shubon Sinha Roy112 A019 Kapt Dr Sophia Ann Murray113 V127 Mej. Jen. Datuk Dr. Sukri Hussin114 V103 Prof Dr T. Thurairatnam115 068 Dr Tan Ee Chean116 E2085 Dr Tan Pek Hong117 C028 Dr Teh Tat Beng118 0255 Dr Thanaletchumy A/PSockalingam119 0515 Dr Tan Chiew Ee120 0294 Datuk Dr Tan Kim Choo121 V105 Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum122 0519 Dr V. Nedunchelian123 C035 Dr Vivien Lo124 V088 Prof Dr Wan Mohamed Nasir WanOthman125 0146 Dr Wee Jia Min126 C021 Dr Wong Siong Ting1127 C020 Dr Wan Mariam Wan AbdulRahman128 V095 Datuk Dr Yim Khai Kee129 0014 Dr Yong Peng San130 0292 Dr Yeoh June Lee131 C068 Dr Zairina Zainurain132 A004 Dr Zabidi Mohd Taha133 0483 Dr Zainab Shamdol134 E2001 Dr Zubaidah Mat ZainItem 10The members registered for the 2nd session of the AGM were as follows:1 C038 Dr Abd Rashid Hassan2 C064 Dr Abdul Rahim B. Rosli3 A033 Dr Ahmad Hafiz Ahmad Zulkifle4 0488 Dr Ahmad Termizi Zamsuri5 C033 Dr Alex Lo En Shen6 E2028 Dr Alexander Lim7 A002 Dr Amaradran Dass8 0025 Dr Ambika@Geetha B.K. Menon9 C063 Dr Aminuddin Mohd Natar10 A009 Lt Kol Dr Amrizan Abd Wahid11 V109 Dr Ang Lai Choon12 0364 Dr Anna Rani Kanagarajah13 0388 Dr Annapoornam Ramasamy14 0562 Dr Annie Abraham515 0139 Dr Annie Jacob Nee Anne Thomas16 0381 Dr Anthony Tan17 0560 Dr Arumainathan Sinnadurai18 0590 Dr Arunadevi A/P Ramasamy19 0505 Dr Ashmi Wong20 0533 Dr Aurelia Celvi21 C043 Dr Aw Jong Kok Choy22 0193 Dr Bhawani Devi23 0112 Dr Bong Piang Nam24 0552 Dr Chan Cheng Hoong25 0263 Dr Chan Yoong Kian26 0384 Dr Cheah Chee Voon27 0500 Dr Cheng Foo Wan28 0003 Dr Chieng Kai Hua

Annual Report 2012/201329 C051 Dr Chin Siew Yee30 0164 Dr Choong Chooi Har31 V008 Dr Chow Kai Foo32 0624 Dr Chu Geok Theng33 E2081 Dr Chu Seau Chee34 E2059 Dr Chua Meei Jinn35 0217 Dr Chuah Cheng Sun36 0216 Dr Chuah Lian Leong37 0370 Dr Chung Yee Ying38 V011 Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong39 0638 Dr Devadas T.S. Vasan40 0414 Dr Faeez Ahmad41 A011 Mej. Dr Fahmi Bustaman42 A035 Dr Farah Najuani Abdul Manap43 V077 Dr Francis Chia Jit Chie44 C052 Dr Franscoise T.S. Chin45 0088 Dr Ghulam Abbas Malik46 0151 Dr Goh Chee Kiong47 0183 Dr Goh Git Seng48 0237 Dr Gokula Kumar49 V018 Dr Goon Yong Por50 0574 Dr Gunaseelan Subramaniam51 C011 Dr Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen52 C079 Lt Kol Dr Hartini Bt Idris53 C085 Kol Dr Hazuddin Hassan54 0632 Dr Ho Kim Siong55 0024 Dr Ho Wai Ching56 C001 Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan57 C029 Dr Hu Chang Lek58 V125 Brig Gen. Datuk Dr. Hj.Hussin ZainalAbidin59 A012 Mej. Dr Izzwan Hairol60 C032 Dr James Chhoa61 0391 Dr Jane Lim Wei Huei62 0522 Dr Jaswant Singh63 C005 Dr John Ting64 Sk15 Dr Kalaiarasu M. Peariasamy65 0507 Dr Kelvin K. L. Hor66 0427 Dr Kiew Hen Chong67 C026 Dr Koh Chou Huat68 0257 Dr Lau Chee Ming69 0170 Dr Lau Swei Hoon70 0650 Dr Lau Yeu Teck71 0295 Dr Lee Keng Chin72 0401 Dr Lee Siew Khuen73 V109 Dr Lee Soon Boon74 V017 Dr Leong Chee San75 C024 Dr Leong Kei Joe76 V120 Prof Dr Lian Chin Boon77 0165 Dr Liew Piang Hin78 V094 Datuk Dr Lim Chee Shin79 0020 Dr Lim Chin Keong80 0248 Dr Lim Chooi Lian81 E2030 Dr Lim Khai Mun82 0079 Dr Lin Cze-Lin83 0423 Dr Loh Kim Hong84 0103 Dr Loh Kum Chong85 0306 Dr Loo Hooi Jiu86 0018 Dr Lou Chai Hock @Low Chai Hock87 0017 Dr Low Bee Hoon88 0253 Dr Mabel Annette89 0225 Dr Mah Chiou-Fen90 V122 Dr Malliga Vadiveloo91 0477 Dr Mattackel Shibo Alexander92 0416 Dr Md Shah Abu Hassan93 0684 Dr Mislan Samsuri94 V007 Dr Mohamad Muzafar BinHamirudin95 0179 Dr Mohanadas Venkataswamy96 V084 Dato’ Dr Hj Mohd Ariffin97 A025 Kapt Dr Mohd Hafiz Abd Jalil98 A065 Dr Mohd Mizalazrin B. Madzlan99 A031 Kapt Dr Muhamad Azham Hashim100 A030 Kapt Dr Muhammad Hilmi MohdGhazali101 C081 Dr Mumtaj Nisah Abdul Rahim102 0445 Dr Muraleedharan A/LV. K. Padmanabhan103 0626 Dr Mustaffa Jaapar104 V103 Dr Muz’ini Mohammad105 0260 Dr Narjit Kaur106 0487 Dr Naziah Ahmad Azli107 0446 Dr Neo Voon Huat108 0056 Dr Neoh Ein Yau109 C036 Dr Neoh Gim Bok110 E2094 Dr Neoh Leong Seng111 C037 Dr Ng Ben Chuan112 0175 Dr Ng Chek Sen113 0226 Dr Ng Mei Ching114 E2031 Dr Ng Sang Hee115 C042 Dr Ng Woan Tyng116 0154 Dr Nguan Sing Ung117 0378 Dr Noraini Alwi118 A028 Dr Nur Awanis Mohd Alang119 E2004 Dr Ong Nguk Jean120 V134 Prof Dr Ong Siew Tin121 0524 Dr Ooi Ee Fen122 0224 Dr Ooi Kheng Leong123 0549 Dr P. Kathiravan124 0034 Dr Patricia Kandilis125 0404 Dr Patrick Yeoh Chai Leng126 V100 Dr Paul C. K. Lee127 Sk30 Prof Dr Phrabhakaran Nambiar128 0390 Dr Poonitha Gengatharan129 0293 Dr Quay Bee Ing130 0184 Dr Rajamalar A/P Rajadurai131 0184 Dr Rajamalar A/P Rajadurai132 0430 Dr Rajeswary Raman133 0708 Dr Rani Panadam134 V015 Dr Raymond Chai Yeong Chang135 0495 Dr Rengarajoo Ramayah6

Malaysian Dental Association136 0662 Dr Richard Henry Toyad137 A017 Dr Rina Sumira Sukri138 A022 Kapt Dr Rosfaima Othman@Jaffar139 V126 Brig Gen Dato’ Dr Roshidah Ishak140 0192 Dr S. Ratnasothy141 Sk35 Dr S. Shashitharan142 V108 Dato’ Dr S. Sivanesan143 0032 Dr Saidah Mohamed144 E2097 Dr Saw Woon Sinn145 E2047 Dr See Gek Ding146 0464 Dr Selvaraja A/L Govindasamy147 0249 Dr Selvarajoo Tandan148 0126 Dr Seow Choo Sing149 A007 Lt Kol Dr Sharlene Kereshanan150 V010 Dr Shalini Kanagasingam151 0420 Dr Sheila Rani Ramalingam152 V107 Dr Shubon Sinha Roy153 0561 Dr Sivamalar Krishnan154 A019 Kapt Dr Sophia Ann Murray155 A024 Dr Sri Ram Kumar156 0237 Dr Stanley Gomez157 Sk41 Dr Stephen Joseph Royan158 0709 Dr Subramaniam A/LChemansallam159 A010 Mej. Dr Suhaila160 V127 Mej. Jen. Datuk Dr Sukri Hussin161 0362 Dr Sum Wai Leong162 0031 Dr Suresh A/L M. Samy163 A029 Dr Syakirah Abdul Rahman164 0486 Dr T. Sivanesvaran A/L Thuraiappa165 0515 Dr Tan Chiew Ee166 0010 Dr Tan Chong Kuang167 0068 Dr Tan Ee Chean168 0294 Dr Tan Kim Choo169 E2069 Dr Tan Sea Hunt170 0569 Dr Tan Siam Hong171 0213 Dr Tan Sim Piau172 0325 Dr Tay Hong Luk173 0140 Dr Tee Ching Haa174 C028 Dr Teh Tat Beng175 C045 Dr Teh Yik Pin176 A020 Dr Tengku Hairun Hafizah TengkuAblah177 V105 Datuk Dr Teo Choo Kum178 C041 Dr Thaddius Herman Maling179 0275 Dr Tham Tat Seng180 0255 Dr Thanaletchumy A/PSockalingam181 0178 Dr Then Chin Kuang182 0239 Dr Thiagan Sinnadurai183 0426 Dr Thilakaran A/L E. Visvalingam184 Sk39 Prof Dr Toh Chooi Gait185 0669 Dr V. Hari Raj186 0519 Dr V. Nedunchelian187 0270 Dr Vijayakumar A/L S. Chellapah188 0322 Dr Wan Fariza Bt Hj Mohd Ariffin189 V089 Prof. Dato’ Dr Wan Mohamad NasirWan Othman190 0053 Dr Wan Zaripah Wan Bakar191 0080 Dr Wong Lai Yin192 0201 Dr Yap Rose @ Rose Yap Swee Imm193 0292 Dr Yeoh June Lee194 V096 Datuk Dr Yim Khai Kee195 0691 Dr Yip Chi Cheong196 0014 Dr Yong Peng San197 A004 Dr Zabidi Mohd Taha198 C083 Lt Kol Dr Zahani Bt Mohamed Yusoff199 A021 Kapt Dr Zenty Erma Zakaria200 A001 Kol Dr Zulkifli Zainal AbidinItem 11INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERSThe Honorary General Secretary, Dr. Chow Kai Foo, upon request from the Chairman, presented thenames of 384 new members approved by the Council since the 68th AGM who were admitted toMDA. The names are listed on pages 29 to 32 of the MDA Annual Report 2011/2012.Dr. Jaswant Singh proposed the acceptance of the above new members and was seconded byDr. Hu Chang LekThe House accepted and approved all the above mentioned new members.Item 12TO CONFIRM THE RE-ADMISSION OF ORDINARY MEMBERS WHOSE MEMBERSHIP (HAD)BEEN TERMINATED BY DEFAULTAs reported by the Honorary General Secretary, there were 50 ordinary members re-admitted whosemembership had been terminated by default.7

Annual Report 2012/2013Item 13TO CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE 68th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 10th JUNE2011.Corrections to the Minutes;a) Dr. Noraini Alwi reported the printing error on page 5, Item 2.4., to be, The members registeredfor the first session of the AGM were as follows;b) Dr. Shalene Kereshanan reported that her name was not listed in the attendance of the firstsession of the AGM.c) Dr. Noraini Alwi reported the absence of the title for Item 8, to be, To consider matters arisingfrom the Open Dialogue.With no other corrections, the minutes was proposed passed by Dr. Lee Soon Boon and seconded byDr. Malliga VadivelooItem 14TO CONSIDER MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTESa) Dr. Noraini Alwi sought an explanation for Item 9.3 d), on page 14, that is, which countries andwhat reciprocal arrangements between regional dental associations.Dr. Muzafar explained that the reciprocal arrangements are non-monetary and MDA memberswill be given the same registration fees applicable to members of respective dental associationsduring their conventions and trade exhibitions. The countries (regional dental associations) arelisted on page 25, Item 12.b) Dr. Noraini Alwi sought an explanation for Item 9.16, page 16, that is, the discrepancies betweenthe estimated amount of RM 300,000.00 collected and the actual amount of RM182,970.00collected as stated in the Wisma MDA report 2012.Dr. Lee Soon Boon highlighted that the RM 300,000.00 was an estimated collection and wasrecorded at that time in 2011, whereas the amount of RM 182,970.00 stated in the Wisma MDAreport is the actual audited collection dated currently in 2012.Dr. Muzafar announced that all the above can be verified in the Wisma MDA Board of TrusteesReport 2012 on page 77 of the MDA Annual Report 2011/2012.c) Dr. Noraini Alwi sought an explanation to the three (3) Resolutions, in Item 13, on page 18.i) Resolution 1: The MDA-DPL Liaison Chairman Dr. Chow Kai Foo and Past President Dr.ShubonSinha Roy briefed the House, that MDA is the sole agent for DPL in Malaysia. The MDA’sresponsibility is to to collect the annual subscription from all DPL members and forward theamount to the DPL. The DPL provides an annual allocation to the MDA for education anddissemination of information to all MDA members concerning the management of patientcomplaints.ii) Resolution 2: Dr. Muzafar briefed the House that MDA does not have jurisdiction over theEnforcement Department of the Oral Health Division concerning the apprehending andprosecution of purveyors of illegal dentistry. The Director General of Health has asked MDAto notify him and his officers if the perpetrators could be identified so that immediate actioncan be taken.iii) Resolution 3: Dr. Chow Kai Foo briefed the House that the Director General of Health hasadvised the MDA to work with the Home Ministry and the Police in the issues of robberies indental clinics. Dentists could request their local police to conduct regular visits to their clinicsas a deterrent against robberies.8

Malaysian Dental AssociationDr. Haja Badrudeen highlighted to the House that all the above mentionedResolutions were presented to the House during the 68th MDA AGM and were passed bythe House.Item 15 TO RECEIVE AND PASS THE ANNUAL REPORTS FOR 2011/201215.1 The President’s Report (page 22 to page 26)Corrections to the report;Dr. Muzafar noted the grammatical and typing errors for correction. The President’s Report wasproposed passed and seconded by Dr.Neoh Gim Bok and Dr.Malliga Vadiveloo respectively.Matters arising to the report;Page 23, Item 5, Continuing Professional Development: Dr. Kalaiarasu briefed the House, thatfor non-MDA affiliates, they must apply to the MDC directly for the awarding of CPD points.MDA affiliates can submit their application for CPD points via the MDA.Page 25, Item 13d, Amendments to the Dental Act: Dr. Muzafar clarified that the taskforcestated here was set up by the MDC to prepare a paper to justify the inclusion of dental nursesunder the Dental Act.15.2 The Honorary General Secretary’s Report (page 27 to page 38)Corrections to the report;a) Page 33, Re-admitted Members: no. 30 and no. 31 are of the same name.b) Page 35, Dental Tourism and Globalization Committee Chairman is Dato’ Dr. How KimChuan.c) Page 37, wording of Chairman, Scientific Program and Asst Chairman, ScientificProgram.With no other corrections, the Honorary General Secretary’s Report was proposed passed andseconded by Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan and Dr Jaswant Singh respectively.Matters arising to the report;a) Dr. Chow briefed the House that 16 Committees consisted only of the Chairmen. This wasdue to a severe lack of volunteers for the various committees from our membership.b) Dr. Chow explained to the House that attendance for the 6th Council Meeting was leftblank in the Annual Report as the meeting was only held on 24th May 2012.c) Dr Noraini highlighted the poor attendance record of some Council members and calledfor Council members to attend as many council meetings as possible.9

Annual Report 2012/201315.3 The Honorary Financial Secretary’s Report (Page 41 to page 59)Corrections to the report;Page 53, item 8, Revenue From Activities, corrected spelling error to Treasure Hunt.Page 59, Affiliation Expenses, MSPC subscription to be MPK subscription.With no other corrections, the Honorary Financial Secretary’s Report was proposed passedand seconded by Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan and Dr. Jaswant Singh respectively.Matters arising to the report;a) Page 53, item 10, Expenses On Conventions & Meetings, 68th MDA/AGM.Dr V Neduchelian enquired on the the high expenses for the 68th MDA AGM & InternationalScientific and Trade Exhibition amounting to RM1,200,000.00 held at KLCC. The Councilacknowledged that this was due to high rental rate and cost of promotional activities atKLCC.b) Page 46, Surplus For The Year After Taxation as at 31st Dec 2011.Dr Ng concurred to the suggestion by Dr. Noraini that the annual surplus could bedistributed out to benefit of members. However, to date, only 80% of the active membersare paying their annual subscription, thus, such a proposal is not feasible until MDAachieves 100% annual paid-up member subscriptions.c) Page 55, item 15, General Expenses, Donation.Dr. Ng Woan Tyng explained to the House that the donation of RM 12,276.00 is from MDANorthern Zone to the Wisma MDA Fund.d) Page 55, item 15, General Expenses, Legal & Professional Fees.Dr. Ng explained to the House that RM 12,833.00 were for the legal fees incurred inrespect of 68th MDA AGM, Constitutional Amendments and Arbitration services of anMDA Industrial Court case.e) Dr. Ng Woan Tyng also confirmed that the Letter of Intent by the Auditors to the MDAmeans that the auditors will assume full responsibility for all the accounting matters ofthe Association.f) Dr. Haja Badrudeen informed the House that Convention centres are built to caterto international standards and are constantly upgraded. This means that the cost ofthe facilities and services of convention centres will remain high and will continue toescalate.g) Dato’ Dr. Ratnanesan addressed the House that the use of KLCC during the 68th MDAInternational Scientific and Trade Exhibition was a trial platform for the coming 35th AsiaPacific Dental Congress 2013. The expenditure was high but MDA achieved the objectivesfor an international forum to be held in Malaysia that is compatible with other venues,such as in Manila, Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan.h) Page 55, item 15, General Expenses:Dr. Malliga Vadiveloo suggested that the sum of RM 66,922.00 for the depreciation ofassets should be included in the General Expenses and to be highlighted separately withan accounting note.10

Malaysian Dental Association15.4 The Honorary Publication Secretary’s Report (page 60 and Page 61)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed and seconded byDato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan and Dr. Ferdaus MD Hussin respectively.15.5 Wisma MDA Board of Trustees Report (page 77 to page 79)As the Chairman of Wisma MDA Board of Trustees was not present to address the House onmatters arising, the Council with the consent from the House differed the passing of thisreport to the second session of the AGM when the Chairman of the Wisma MDA Board ofTrustees would be present.15.6 Appointment of External Auditor (page 39)With no corrections and matters arising, the appointment of external auditors was passed andseconded by Dr. Neoh Gim Bok and Prof. Dr. Ong Siew Tin respectively.15.7 Appointment of Honorary Legal Advisor (page 40)The House deferred the appointment of the legal advisor until a new letter of intent definingthe services and charges of the legal advisor (proposed by Dr. John Mathai)15.8 The Administration & Finance Committee’s Report (page 62 & page 63)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.9 The MDA-DPL Liaison Committee (page 64)With no corrections, the report was proposed passed by the House.Matter arising:Page 64, Item 4, Paragraph 2: Letters on the practice of orthodontics by GPs and laws affectingthe practice. Dr. Noraini proposed that MDA must be pro-active to have the letters forwardedto DPL as soon as possible.15.10 The Public Complaint Bureau Committee’s Report (page 65)With no corrections, the report was proposed passed by the House.Matter arising:Dr. Noraini proposed that the number of cases handled stated in the report to be provided formembers information.15.11 The SCODOS Report (page 66 & page 67)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House.15.12 The Constitution Amendments Committee’s Report (page 68)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House.Dr. Muzafar announced that the proposed amendments will be discussed as on the nextagenda.11

Annual Report 2012/201315.13 The Dental Student Liaison Committee’s Report (page 71)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.14 The Affiliates Liaison Committee’s Report (page 72)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.15 The Awards Committee’s Report (page 73)With no corrections, the report was proposed passed by the House.Matters arising: Dr. Noraini proposed that the criteria for awards should be printed anddisseminated to all members.15.16 The MDA Seal & Accreditation of Product Committee’s Report (page 74)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.17 The Dental Trade Liaison Committee’s Report (page 75)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.18 The HomePage Committee’s Report (page 76)With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.19 MDA Foundation Board of Trustees Report (page 80 to page 93))With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.20 The MDA CPD Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.21 The 19th FDI-MDA Convention & Trade Exhibition Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.22 The 2012 CDA/MDA-FDI WDF & 69th MDA AGM Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.23 The International Relations Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.24 The 35th APDC LOC Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.25 The 2012 CDA/MDA Conference Committee’s Report12

Malaysian Dental AssociationWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.26 The Dental Tourism & Globalisation Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.27 The Community Dental Service Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.28 The FDI National Liaison Officer’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.29 The MDA Northern Zone Committee’s Report for 2011/2012With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.30 The MDA Eastern Zone Committee’s Report for 2011/2012With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.31 The Southern Zone Committee’s Report for 2011/2012With no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.32 The Government Policy & Regulatory Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.33 The Government Liaison Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the House15.34 The ATM Liaison Committee’s ReportWith no corrections and matters arising, the report was proposed passed by the HouseItem 16 The Proposed Amendments To The MDA Constitution (page 69 and page 70)Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan presented the three (3) proposed amendments to the House.Matters arising were:a) The Malaysian Association of Orthodontics is not an affiliate of the MDA(raised by Dr. Shalene Kereshanan – President of MAO).b) The Malaysian Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons was not an affiliate of the MDA(raised by Dr. Ong Siew Tin).Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan proposed that the MDA Constitution be amended accordingly once thestatus of the said associations have been clearly and definitely ascertained without a doubt.As there were no other matters, the Chairman, Dr. Muzafar thanked the House and adjourned the 1stsession for 69th MDA AGM at 6:00 pm.13

Annual Report 2012/2013Item 17CALL TO ORDERThe Chairman Dr. Muzafar called the meeting to order at 2:15 pmItem 18REGISTRATION OF DELEGATESThe Chairman announced that the quorum of 96 members had been established and commencedthe meeting.Item 19AGENDA FOR THE DAYAs the Honorary General Secretary did not receive any notice for any other business to be discussedat least 3 weeks before the AGM, the Chairman directed the House to proceed with the 2 remainingreports; MDA Foundation and the Wisma MDA Board of Trustees.19.1 Clarification from the HouseDr. Mumtaj Nisah justified her frequent absence from the Council Meetings with the list ofaccomplished assignments and tasks delegated to her by the Council. She also proposed thatmembers involved in personal and character assassination should forward themselves forvolunteer work and even for elections and serve MDA Council.Dr. Badrudeen briefed the House that with IT facilities many tasks and communication can beaccomplished even without the physical presence of the person.Item 20 The MDA Foundation Report (page 80 to page 93)The Chairman of the Foundation, Dato’ Dr. Lim Chee Shin briefed the House on the history ofthe Foundation which began in 1974, its activities and current progress. As the AGM was not theappropriate forum to discuss the MDA Foundation, Dato’ Dr. Lim welcome any MDA member to visitthe Foundation and he will personally attend to any queries.Item 21TO ELECT THE COUNCIL FOR 2012/2013 (2:30 PM – 5:00 PM).The Chairman, Dr. Muzafar , handed over the House to Dr. Paul Lee, the Election Committee Chairmanto conduct the MDA election for 2012/2013.21.1 The number of delegates in the room was 200.The following were elected to hold office in the MDA Council for the year 2012/2013:-21.2 a) PresidentDr. Haja Badrudeen assumed the presidency for year 2012/2013 having been elected asPresident-Elect during the 2011/2012 at the 68th MDA AGM.21.3 b) President – ElectNominated candidates and votes received;1) Dr. Neoh Gim Bok – 120 votes2) Dr. V. Nedunchelian – 70 votesThe Election Committee Chairman declared Dr. Neoh Gim Bok as the President-Elect for2012/2013.14

Malaysian Dental Association21.4 c) Honorary General SecretaryNominations received and the candidates were:-1) Dr. Chow Kai Foo2) Dr. Neoh Ein YauAs Dr. Chow Kai Foo withdrew his nomination, no balloting was carried out and Dr Neoh EinYau was declared the Honorary General Secretary for 2012/2013.21.5 d) Honorary Financial SecretaryNomination received and the candidate was:-1) Dr. Darren YapAs there was only one nomination received for the above post, no balloting was carried outand Dr. Darren Yap was declared the Honorary Financial Secretary for 2012/2013.21.6 e) Honorary Publication SecretaryNomination received and the candidate was:1) Dr. Shalini KanasingamAs there was only one nomination received for the above post, no balloting was carried out andDr. Shalini Kanasingam was declared the Honorary Publication Secretary for 2012/2013.21.7 f) Assistant Honorary General SecretaryNomination received and the candidate was:-1) Dr. Kalaiarasu PeariasamyAs there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out andDr. Kalaiarasu Peariasamy was declared the Assistant Honorary General Secretary for2012/2013.21.8 g) Assistant Honorary Financial SecretaryNomination received and the candidate was:-1) Dr. Ng Woan TyngAs there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Dr. NgWoan Tyng was declared the Assistant Honorary Financial Secretary for 2012/2013.15

Annual Report 2012/201321.9 h) Two Elected Council MembersNominated candidates and votes received:-1) Dr. Raymond Chai – 31votes2) Dr. John Ting – 74 votes3) Dr. Chow Kai Foo – 35 votes4) Dr. Teh Tat Beng 76 votesAs there were four (4) nominations for the above posts, balloting was carried out. Dr. John Tingand Dr. Teh Tat Beng were elected to the posts of Elected Council Members for 2012/2013.Item 22Election of the Internal AuditorNomination received and the candidate was:-1) Datuk Dr. Teo Choo KumAs there was only one nomination for the above post, no balloting was carried out and Datuk Dr. TeoChoo Kum was declared the Internal Auditor for 2012/2013.Item 23Election of the Election CommitteeNominations were received and the candidates were:-1) Prof. Dr. Ong Siew Tin as Chairman2) Dr. Malliga a/p Vadiveloo as Deputy Chairman3) Dr. Thaddius Herman as Committee Member4) Dr. Rani Panadam as Committee Member5) Dr. Mumtaj Nisah as Committee MemberAs there were five (5) nominations for the above posts, balloting was not carried out. The ElectionCommittee Chairman declared the above candidates duly elected.Item 24Election of The Board of Inquiry – ChairmanAs there was only one nomination, Dr. Lee Soon Boon was declared the Chairman.Item 25Election of The Board of Inquiry – Deputy ChairmanAs there was only one nomination, Dato’ Dr. S. Sivanesan was declared the Deputy Chairman.Item 26Election of The Board of Inquiry – Committee membersThe nominations received were;1) Dr. Noraini Alwi2) Lt Kol. Dr. Sharlene Kereshanan3) Dr. Malliga a/p Palanisamy4) Dr. Hj. Rashid Hassan5) Dr. Yong Peng San6) Dr. Raymond Chai7) Dr. Rengarajoo a/l Ramayah8) To be announce by the ChairmanAll nominated candidates were considered elected. As the Committee required eight members, acandidate shall be announced by Board of Inquiry Chairmanat a later date.16

Malaysian Dental AssociationItem 27The Proposed Amendments To The MDA ConstitutionAs there were insufficient registered members present to establish a quorum, the Chairman Dr Muzafarannounced that the proposed amendment, that is, Article VI, Section 1 : Types of Membership, Subsectionc, Life Membership to the MDA Constitution to be deferred to the next AGM.Dato’ Dr. A Ratnanesan, the Chairman to the Constitution Amendment Committee, concurred to theabove decision for deferment to the next 70th MDA AGM.Item 28 The Wisma MDA Board of Trustees Report (page 77 to page 79)Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan said the statement, “Tax Exemption status has been obtained from theMinistry of Finance” was incorrect since there is no official letter from the Ministry of Finance yet,and therefore sought clarification from Dato’ Dr. How Kim Chuan.Dato’ Dr. How clarified that on the 2nd March 2012, the Ministry of Health conveyed the message byphone that The Honorable Health Minister YB Dato’ Seri Liow Tiong Lai had secured a RM 10 millionTax Exemption status from the Ministry of Finance for the MDA. It was in anticipation that the MDAwould receive the Tax Exemption Letter from the Ministry of Finance towards the end of May thatresulted in the statement.Dato’ Ratnanesan suggested that since it was a verbal assurance from The Health Minister without aletter, it is technically incorrect to report this to have been already achieved. Dato’ Dr. How acceptedthe suggestion and will therefore make the necessary amendments.Dr. Noraini Alwi then accused Dato’ Dr. How of gross misrepresentation of the conversation betweenhim and the Health Minister, lying on the issue of the Tax Exemption Status, and mischief in thewording of the report.Dato’ Dr. How cautioned that there should be no personal attacks and disrespect of the office bearers.Though he agreed with Dato’ Dr. Ratnanesan that there was an oversight in the report, it did notequate to dishonesty, mischief and misrepresentation as suggested by Dr. Noraini Alwi. Therefore,Dato’ Dr.How called for the Board of Inquiry to look into the matter as she had abused the proceduresof the AGM and degraded the integrity of the office bearers.Corrections to the report:Page 77, What we have achieved to date : To delete the entire sentence of no. 2, and to add a newsentence as no. 4, to What needed to be done, that is, To follow-up to obtain tax exemption statusfrom The Ministry of Finance.The above correction was proposed by Dato’ Dr. A. Ratnanesan and seconded by Dr. Shubon SinhaRoy.The above report was adopted and the house passed the report.Matters arising in the report:During the queries raised by Dr. Noraini Alwi and Dr. Shubon Sinha Roy, some harsh words andaccusations were made, which were immediately cautioned by Dato’ Dr. How.Dato’ Dr. How briefed the House on the following matters:a) That all taxes paid to date will be refunded by the government, once the tax exemption status isobtained.17

Annual Report 2012/2013b) That all monies collected to date, will be refunded to all donors if the tax exemption status isdenied.c) That the proposed land grant from the government has been pursued but to dateunsuccessful.d) That the printing charges were the only charges made to the fund. The mode of staggeredperiodic payments to the fund should be an option given to all donors.e) The donation by dinner tables has been recorded and accounted for according to the statementof accounts of the Wisma MDA Fund. The fund raising dinner was paid for by the MDA.Item 29VALEDICTORY ADDRESS BY THE OUTGOING PRESIDENTThe Chairman, Dr. Muzafar thanked all Council members and the respective chairmen of all thecommittees and their support of his term of presidency.Item 30INAUGURAL ADDRESS BY THE INCOMING PRESIDENTThe new President, Dr. Haja Badrudeen welcomed all the newly elected Council members for2012/2013 and highlighted the new challenges for him and his Council.As there were no other matters, the 2nd session of the 69th Annual General Meeting of The MalaysianDental Association was adjourned at 5:45 pm with a vote of thanks to Dr. Muzafar HamirudinBy Order of the CouncilDr Chow Kai FooHonorary General Secretary 2011/2012Malaysian Dental AssociationApproved byDr. Muzafar HamirudinPresident 2011/2012Malaysian Dental Association18

Malaysian Dental AssociationCOUNCIL MEMBERS YEAR 2012/2013President : Dr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenPresident-Elect : Dr Neoh Gim BokImmediate Past President : Dr Mohamad Muzafar HamirudinHonorary General Secretary : Dr Neoh Ein YauHonorary Financial Secretary : Dr Darren Yap Yoke YongHonorary Publication Secretary : Dr Shalini KanagasingamAsst Honorary General Secretary : Dr Kalaiarasu M. PeariasamyAsst Honorary Financial Secretary : Dr Ng Woan TyngElected Council Members : Dr Teh Tat BengDr John Ting Sii OngAppointed Council Members : Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid: Col Dr Hazudin HassanRepresentative from Northern Zone : Dr Goon Yong Por (Term Ends 01/ 2013): Dr Lim Chiew Wooi: Dr Ang Lai ChoonRepresentative from Southern Zone : Dr Angie Wong Chin MeeDr Leong Chee SangRepresentative from Eastern Zone : Dr Hu Chang Lek (Term Ends 01/ 2013): Dr Leong Kei Joe: Dr Nurshaline Pauline bt Hj. KipliRepresentative from SCODOS : Dr Muz’ini MohammadInvited Council Member : Dr Chow Kai Foo19

Annual Report 2012/2013MDA Committeesi) Administration and Finance CommitteeChairman : Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yongii)iii)iv)Publication CommitteesChairperson : Dr Shalini KanagasingamMDA Dental JournalChief Editor : Dr Haizal Mohd HussainiAssociate Editors : Dr Shalini KanagasingamDr Chai Wen LinDr Nor Adinar BaharuddinSecretary : Dr Natasya Ahmad TaribDr Goo Chui LingMDA NewsEditors : Dr Shalini KanagasingamSecretary : Dr Eileen Koh Mei YenTreasurer : Dr Darren Yap Yoke YongWisma MDA & Management of Reserve FundHonorary Advisors : YB Dato’ Seri Liow Tiong Lai (Minister of Health)YB Datuk Hajah Rosnah ShirlinChairman : Dato’ Dr How Kim ChuanMember : Dr Wong Foot MeowProf Toh Chooi GiatDr Jaswant SinghDr NedunchelianDr Lee Soon BoonDato’ Dr A RatnanesanMDA Seal & Dental Product Recognition CommitteeChairman : Dr P. Kathiravanv) Continue Professional Development CommitteeChairman : Dr Kalaiarasu Peariasamyvi)vii)viii)ix)Globalizations & Dental Tourism CommitteeChairman : Dr Suresh NairPublic Complaint Bureau CommitteeChairman : Dr S. ShashitharanAccreditation of Credit Points CommitteeChairman : Dr Kalaiarasu PeariasamyPrivate Healthcare Facilities and Services CommitteeChairman : Dr Mohamad Muzafar Hamirudinx) MDA Homepage CommitteeChairman : Dr Neoh Gim Bokxi)Dental Protection Limited CommitteeChairman : Dr Chow Kai Foo20

Malaysian Dental Associationxii)xiii)xiv)xv)xvi)Dental Trade Liaison CommitteeChairman : Dr Teh Tat BengConstitutional Amendments CommitteeChairman : Dr Chow Kai FooInternational Relation CommitteeChairman : Dato’ Dr How Kim ChuanCommunity Dental Service CommitteeChairman : Dr Mohamad Muzafar HamirudinAffiliate Liaison CommitteeChairman : Dr Haja Badrudeenxvii) Awards CommitteeChairman : Dato’ Dr S Sivanesanxviii) Government Policy & Regulatory CommitteeChairman : Dr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenDeputy Chairman : Dr Mohamad Muzafar Hamirudinxix)xx)xxi)Dental Student LiaisonChairman : Dr Ibrahim ShahrudinArmed Forces Liaison OfficerChairman : Col DrHazudin HassanSCODOSChairperson : Dr Muz’ini Mohammadxxii) Government Liaison OfficerChairperson : Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid21

Annual Report 2012/2013PRESIDENT’S REPORTThe Malaysian Dental Association has once again achieved an active year. The hot topics for years 2012-2013were the New Dental Bill 2013 and the organising of 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress in Kuala Lumpur.Advocacy on behalf of members has required considerable resources, both in time and personnel. MDA Councilwhile addressing the Dental Bill 2013 was involved in the long process of discussions and consultations both withinthe profession and with the Ministry of Health Malaysia where MDA has recommended detailed amendments tosome provisions in the new Dental Bill to bring about some significant changes to our practice of dentistry.The Association continues to liaise and work with various other bodies such as Oral Health Division of MinistryOf Health , MDA Affiliate Associations, the Ministry of Defence Malaysia, MyCEB, The Academy of Medicine ofMalaysia , FDI World Dental Federation, Asia Pacific Dental Federation to name a few.I have found my time as President a wonderful opportunity to be involved in the governance of our associationand to continue in the tradition of many before me in giving a voice to the profession. I’m most grateful for thesupport of my Council, the Secretariat staffs and the various Chairperson of Sub Committee’s who have assistedme in running the business of Association. It was a privilege to serve MDA as the President and I thank memberswho have volunteered their services.I have met some wonderful people and explored many aspects of the Profession previously unknown to me. Ithas been a great honour and a privilege. I will pass on the mantle of governance to a great Council with broadexperience and diversity of backgrounds. We have a strong balance sheet and a strong Council to manage it.It is with great pleasure that I present this summary of MDA activities during the MDA Council term 2012-2013.Dental Protection LimitedThe MDA met the representatives of the DPL duringthe FDI Annual World Dental Congress Hong Kong inAugust 2012. The MDA was represented by Dr. ChowKai Foo and his team while the DPL was represented byDr. Kevin Lewis and team.MDA HomepageMDA Homepage continues to improve and innovate toserve the increasing need of membership. For the year2012 we had 152,771 visits compared to 120,531 visitsfor 2011. We expect the traffic to continue to increaseyear by year.The discussion included allocations to the MDA,reinstatement of lapsed memberships, new schemesfor new dentists and sponsorship of a DPL speaker forthe APDC in KLCC Kuala Lumpur organized by the MDAin May 2013.22

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Annual Report 2012/2013our Co-Sponsors had given to us, namely GSK andLotte.The 20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention & Tradeexhibition was oversubscribed. 150 trade booths weresold out and more than 1200 participants and visitorsattended the convention and trade exhibition.The 35thAPDC which will be held in Kuala LumpurConvention Centre, from 7th to 12 May 2013, is the 4thAPDC event for MDA. This state of the art dental tradeand industry exhibition will truly be at the cuttingedge of dentistry. With about 250 booths it will displayto all participants and visitors the latest technologicaladvances in dentistry during APDC Kuala Lumpur inMay 2013.AwardsMDA would like to congratulate Professor Dato’ DrZainal Ariff bin Abdul Rahman who was conferredthe D.P.S.K. (Dato’ Paduka Setia Kelantan) through thegood office of MDA.On the other hand, Dr Kalaiarasu Peariasamy whois the Assistant Honorary General Secretary wasawarded KMN (Kesatria Mangku Negara) through thePublic Service. The award conferred upon him wastimely and appropriate as Dr Kalaiarasu has beenactively promoting children dental health both locallyand internationally. The MDA shares the joy of hisconferment.BIM and MSPCBoth BIM and MSPC was represented by our MDA PastPresident, Dr YS Tan. MDA suspended its membershipin BIM with a letter to its Honorary Secretary dated11th October 2012 due to series of contentious issues.This decision was taken following the advice from DrYS Tan to safe-guard the integrity and image of MDA asa respected professional association. With this action,MDA would stop payment of its annual subscription toBIM.The MSPC was incorporated in 2010 formed by BIM atthe behest of the Malaysian Ministry of InternationalTrade and Industry which covers both professional andnon professional service sectors.MITI was keen on the establishment of MSPC because,with the liberalization of the services sector under theASEAN Free Trade Agreement, the services sector wasprogressively being liberalized. This would allow MITI todeal with one organization and with greater efficiencyrather than dealing with a myriad of individual serviceorganizations in the country separately.MSPC hopes to fulfill its role of encouraging andsupporting the further development of the Malaysianservices sector and enhancing its competitiveness inthe international scene in general and in the ASEANCommunity that is coming into existence soon, inparticular.FDIThe 100th FDI Annual World Dental Congress was heldin Hong Kong from August 27th – September 2nd,2012. MDA took this opportunity and sent a strongdelegation headed by Dr Haja Badrudeen and 20other members (including Armed Forces Delegation)to promote 35th APDC Kuala Lumpur. We were veryfortunate to be given a complimentary booth topromote the 35th APDC event. The response was overwhelmingArmed ForcesThe Dental Services of the Malaysian Armed Forces(DSMAF) strives to be an active friend to the dentalfraternity of the country. Major General Dato’ Dr SukriHussin, the Director of Dental Services of the ArmedForces has made it a policy, encouraging all DentalSpecialists and Dental Officers of DSMAF to be amember of the MDA.DSMAF will be the host of the Defence Force DentistryForum (DFDF), which is part of the Asia Pacific DentalConference (APDC) of 2013. DFDF will be conductedon the 7th to 10th May 2013. DSMAF has been activelyinvolved in the promotion of DFDF/APDC 2013 bysending delegation to promote the above eventin Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Indonesia andThailand.Last but not least, the Armed Forces and MDA wereproud that Brigadier General Dato’ Dr Mohd IlhamHaron was elected as Chairman of Asia Pacific DentalFederation (APDF) Commission on Defence Forces in2012 at the 34th APDC which was held in Taiwan.Administrative and FinanceThe committee consisting of the principal officebearers, had convened on a few occasions over the pastyear to decide on financial matters of the Associationas well as the running of the secretariat.Some upgrades and improvements had beencarried out and they were installation of new CCTVs,installation of fingerprint recognition system for24

Malaysian Dental Associationstaffs, installation of new air conditioner in the lecturehall and mounting of projector on the ceiling in thelecture hall. The upgrade of the lecture hall is deemednecessary because secretariat continues to be utilizedfor ongoing CPD programs with an average turn-out of50-60 practitioners in any given lecture.Some of the affiliate associations have requestedthe secretariat address to be used for their mailingpurposes and this has been approved.Mr Lim Choong Hooi tendered his resignation in 2012.His dedication and long service is greatly appreciatedand will long be remembered. We wish him onlythe very best in his future undertakings. Two newstaff members have been added to the secretariat inview of the impending APDC, namely Ms. YugeswaryManoharan and Puan Zainon Suppian (6 monthcontract).An exercise was conducted to compile and refreshexisting financial policies and formulate new andupdated guidelines was performed. This includeadvertising costs in the MDA newsletter, MDA website,MDJ website; claim policies, email and postage costing,usage of the secretariat and others. This has greatlyreduced disputes and consequently also providedanother minor source of income for MDA in line withthe need to conduct CPD programs in collaborationwith MDA.Decisions were also made with regards to positioningour fixed deposits in higher yielding rates in differentbanks.Constitutional AmendmentsConstitutional Amendments are an important annualexercise in order to align the constitution towardsaddressing rising challenges both current and inthe foreseeable future. This is to enable the dentalprofession to remain vibrant and continue to berelevant and proactive towards serving the oral healthneeds of the nation and mankind.When the MDA Council 2012-2013 begun, therewere suggestions given by senior members of theprofession touching on the issues of membership,proper parliamentary procedures during the AGM,responsible makeup of the disciplinary committeeof the MDA, rationalisation of the number of councilmembers by correcting typos, affiliates of the MDA andvarious other matters. Each council meeting touchedon the matters to varying depths.the 6th MDA Council Meeting on the 7th of April 2013.Members can scrutinize the draft to be tabled in theAGM in the MDA Annual Report of 2012/2013.Corporate Social ResponsibilityThis year Oral Health Month (OHM), a joint collaborationbetween Colgate-Palmolive Malaysia and MalaysianDental Association was successfully launched byDr. Khairiyah Abdul Mutalib, Principal Director ofOHD who was representing YB Datuk Rosnah AbdulRashid Shirlin, Deputy Minister of Health, MOH. Thetheme for this year OHM is ‘Let’s Aim for SuperiorHealth’. Oral Health Month is about providing theeducation,awareness and tools needed to promoteoral health and reduce oral diseases in Malaysia. As isour yearly practice, the volunteers from the memberof MDA offer free dental check-ups at all Oral HealthMonth marquees and participating clinics. This is anopportunity for the public to get an update on thestate of their oral health, and to learn more from themembers about the importance of oral health for theirtotal well-being.Continuous Professional DevelopmentContinuous Professional Development (CPD) is anongoing program of learning for all members toconstantly update their professional knowledge. Themain duties of the MDA CPD committee are to verifyMDA organized CPD activities for MDC accreditation,maintain an annual CPD calendar and conduct EveningLecture Series in small groups for members.MDA CPD committee under the chairmanship of DrKalaiarasu Peariasamy successfully conducted monthlyCPD Evening Lecture Series (ELS) both in Kuala Lumpurand regionally. This year was marked by an increasingnumber of dental professionals attending the ELSwith an average of 60 participants per lecture. Amonginvited foreign speakers were Professor B.S Chong,Professor Avijit Banarjee and Dr Yoshitaka Nijitomi.MDA is grateful to Colgate Palmolive Sdn Bhd insupporting the ELS and its commitment for qualitylearning for dentalThe first draft was discussed during the 5th CouncilMeeting. The draft has been finalized and passed at25

Annual Report 2012/2013Lecture TopicsHaemotological Disorders in DentistrySpecialist Register and Core CompetenciesDirect Restoration in CompositePotential Iatrogenic risks of Orthodontic treatmentEarly Treatment of Dental InjuriesDigital Dental PhotographyThe Biological Basis of EndodonticsRestorative Dentistry TodayMolar Incisor HypomineralizationMisdiagnosis in Paediatric dentistryOrofacial Syndromes in ChildrenNitrous Oxide – Oxygen inhalation sedationAntibiotics in DentistrySpeakersDr Kalaiarasu PeariasamyDatin Dr Nooral Zeila JunidDr Yoshitaka NijitomiKol. Dr Mumtaj Nisah Abdul RahimDr Yogeswari SivapragasamDr Kalaiarasu PeariasamyProfessor B. S. ChongProfessor Avijit BanerjeeDr S. BavaniDr Thevadass PalanyDr Kalaiarasu PeariasamyDr Thevadass PalanyDr Christopher VincentI am impressed by the commitment of the elected council members, and their achievement by working together.I hope this report will inspire more members to get involved with MDA Committees and shape our Association,and influence the future development of dentistry in Malaysia. I wish to extend my sincere thanks to all membersof MDA, the secretariat and my Council members for the wonderful experience as President of MDA.Yours faithfullyDr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenPresident Malaysian Dental Association26

Malaysian Dental AssociationHONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY’SREPORT 2012-2013I am proud to report to you that the MalaysianDental Association is going from strength to strengthwith membership numbers close to 5000 (includingundergraduates) as of 31 March 2013. We expect thisnumber to grow significantly with the addition ofnew dental graduates in the coming years. The risingnumber of members augurs well for our association aswe strive to represent one strong consolidated voice ofour profession.We have received positive and constructive feedbacksfrom members during our roadshow nationwide tobrief practitioners on the new Dental Bill. Suggestionswere well taken and put forward to the MalaysianDental Council for further deliberation. In manyinstances, MDA through the good office of PresidentDr Haja, who also sits in the Malaysian Dental Council,was able to propose, amend and fine tune the NewDental Bill. This exercise would not have been achievedwithout contributions and input from proactive MDAzones. My word of thanks to all zone chairmen andtheir respective team.The workload as a General Secretary is rather heavyand demanding yet the joy is begining to pay off. Imust admit that the entire MDA council is made upof strong, diligient and dedicated members whereeveryone has contributed significantly in the runningof the association. It is delightful to see how the teammembers work hand in hand in bringing the bestCPD and Trade events benefiting all MDA members.Such profesionalism is rare and I urge all to comeforward to lend an extra pairs of hand in all our futureprogrammes.My special thanks to Dr Kalaiarasu for his wonderfulhelp in assisting me. His vast experience and ideas isinvaluable to the progress of our association. Last butnot least, I wish the in-coming President Dr Neoh GimBok a fruitful and successful year ahead.1. Delegate(s) to International/ Regional Dental Congressi) FDI Annual Dental Congress : 27 August – 1 September 2012 @ Hong KongChief Delegate : Dr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenAlternate Delegate : Dr Neoh Ein YauFDI Liaison Officer : Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yongii)34th APDC TaipeiChief Delegate : Dr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenAlternate Delegate : Dr Neoh Gim BokICCDE President : Dato’ Dr A Ratnanesaniii) Others :-a) Sino Dental – Beijingb) Dental South China Exhibition – Guangzhouc) Conferedation Asean Forum on Dentistry – Nanningd) 75th SDA Convention – Singaporee) Taipei Dental Conference – Taiwanf) APDF promotion in Manila, Medan and Vietnam27

Annual Report 2012/20132. Members Holding International/ RegionalDental Organizationi) Dato’ Dr A. RatnanesanICCDE ChairmanAPDF President- Electii)iii)iv)Dato’ Dr How Kim ChuanFDI CouncillorAPDF EditorDr Haja Badrudeen SirajudeenAPDF Vice PresidentDatuk Dr Teo Choo KumDiplomate, Asia Pacific Academy ofImplant Dentistryv) Dr Michael Ong Ah HupDiplomate, Asia Pacific Academy ofImplant Dentistryvi)vii)iv)Datuk Dr Sharifah F. AlhabshiChair, ITI Section (S.E.A)Dr Yip Chi CheongCommunications Officer, ITI Section(S.E.A)Brig. Jen. Dato’ Dr. Mohd. Ilham bin Hj.HaronAPDF CommissionerChairman of Defence Forces3. Meetingsa) 8 Jul 2012 – Affiliates meeting with MOH onDental Bil, Medical Device Act, ContinousProfessional Developementb) 17 Oct 2012 - Affiliates meeting with MOHon Dental Bill UpdatesMEMBERSHIPGENERAL MEMBERSHIPMDA MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION (As at31/03/2013)1. Ordinary Member : 3,5722. Life Members : 3143. Honorary Members : 164. Associate Members : 1315. Correspondence : 116. Post Graduate Students : 117. Undergraduate Students : 871____________TOTAL 4,926____________28New Ordinary Members1. Dr Achmad Reza2. Dr Afiq Azizi bin Jawami3. Dr Afiqah Aiman Saperi4. Dr Ahmad Fahmi bin Mohamad Bustaman5. Dr Ahmad Fakrurrozi Mohamad6. Dr Ahmad Ramdzan bin Mohamad Yusof7. Dr Ain Zubaidah Hussein8. Dr Alizatul Khairani Hassan9. Dr Amalina bt Adanan10. Dr Ameera Syafiqah binti Aly11. Dr Amilia bt Sharifoedin12. Dr Amir Hazwan bin Abdul13. Dr Amirul Effendy bin Mohd Zulkarnaen14. Dr Andrew Koh Boon Eee15. Dr Ang Cai Shan16. Dr Ang Kok Teong17. Dr Anisa Kusumawardani18. Dr Arunth a/l Thilagalingam19. Dr Atiqah Zalfakhar20. Dr Authur Lai Wui Shen21. Dr Aziati bt Awang22. Dr Azzida bt Abd Aziz23. Dr Baihaki @ Bukhari24. Dr Balraj Kaur Badeshae25. Dr Belinda Joseph26. Dr Bhrendtha27. Dr Brenda Sim Pei Ling28. Dr Cheow Poh Yee29. Dr Chew Quin Leng30. Dr Chia Sin Yein31. Dr Chong Choon Wey32. Dr Chong Yun Kang33. Dr Chuah Poh Tee34. Dr Chze Chze Tan35. Dr Clement W.P.Wong36. Dr Darshayani Meyyappan37. Dr David Lim Shih Chang38. Dr Desmond Lourdes a/l Andrew39. Dr Dewi Mayang Sari40. Dr Ding Yee Lein41. Dr Diong Shein Hin42. Dr Elizabeth a/p T Koshy43. Dr Elvindra Kaur44. Dr Em Farhan Shakif Bii45. Dr Engku Ahmad Muzhaffar46. Dr Engku Fatin Farhana47. Dr Erica Wong Jie Han48. Dr Evan Phua49. Dr Fairuz bin Zainuddin50. Dr Faizah bt Abdul Fatah51. Dr Farah Hanah Abd52. Dr Farahliyana bt Jaafar53. Dr Farina Berlian bt Mohd Salim

Malaysian Dental Association54. Dr Farrah Iffadzillah bt Md Zeni55. Dr Fatin Afifa bt Mohamad56. Dr Fauziah binti Asmail @ Ismail57. Dr Fauziah bt Asmail58. Dr Fazirah bt Othman59. Dr Foo Mei Fong60. Dr Foo Siew Voon61. Dr Fung Jia Lin62. Dr Gan Chin Zheng63. Dr Gan Pei Zhi64. Dr Gary Soon Pausiong65. Dr Goh Chia Yih66. Dr Hafizan bin Suffian67. Dr Hanani bt Zakaria68. Dr Haneesah bt Khaii69. Dr Haryati bt Mohamed70. Dr Heng Tee Lun71. Dr Ho Shulan72. Dr Hong Siew Leng73. Dr Hor Wan Shyen74. Dr Imie Lim Siew Mei75. Dr Intan Munirah bt Mohamed Kassim76. Dr Jacinta Rajah77. Dr Jaya Pragasam a/l Velayuthem78. Dr Jeyakumaaran a/l Sinnasamy79. Dr Jocelyn Wong I-Wuen80. Dr Jonathan Jayrich Martin81. Dr Jonathan Lin Chee Hang82. Dr Juliza bt D Lepi83. Dr Khairatun Nadiah Julani84. Dr Khairini binti Nordin85. Dr Khairiyah bt Mohd Ghazalli86. Dr Khairul Anwar bin Sanusi87. Dr Khoo Yoke Leng88. Dr Khoo Zuen Thong89. Dr Kimra Kaur a/p Ranji90. Dr Kong Yi Yong91. Dr Ku Amirah binti Ku Haris92. Dr Lai Min Shin93. Dr Law Chwan Horng94. Dr Law Siaw Wee95. Dr Lee Chian Yin96. Dr Lee Hui Ling97. Dr Lee Puay Ling98. Dr Lee Su Hean99. Dr Lee Wei Zin100. Dr Lee Wen Xi Vivienne101. Dr Lee Yin Ci102. Dr Lew Ai Ling103. Dr Lew Pit Hui104. Dr Lew Pui San105. Dr Lian Zhe Yin106. Dr Liaw Vui Seng107. Dr Liew Pui San108. Dr Lim Ee Lian109. Dr Lim Fei Yee110. Dr Lim Ju Ann111. Dr Lim Poet Chern112. Dr Lim Sheh Yinn113. Dr Lim Tze Shi114. Dr Ling Kae Ching115. Dr Lo Chai Ling116. Dr Lois Ding Wen117. Dr Lou Yii Ping118. Dr Low Cheng Teong119. Dr Luci Lucita Sarlim120. Dr Magesh a/p Vijayakumar121. Dr Maiyazurah bt Abdul122. Dr Majorie Stephen123. Dr Mak Wen Chin124. Dr Malia Mat Zain125. Dr Manal Farea126. Dr Mazlina bt Lop Mokhtar @ Mokhtar127. Dr Meera Asokan128. Dr Melissa Ooi Wan Yun129. Dr Mohamad Faiz Omar130. Dr Mohamad Termizi Bakar131. Dr Mohammad Adzwin Yahya132. Dr Mohd Asmawardi bin Abdullah133. Dr Mohd Fadzil bin Abdul Rahim134. Dr Mohd Faiz bin Ehsan135. Dr Mohd Fariq bin Usoff136. Dr Mohd Firdaus137. Dr Mohd Shazrin bin Ahmad138. Dr Mohd Shukri bin Tolahah139. Dr Mohd Syukri bin Mohd140. Dr Mohd Yusri bin Mohd141. Dr Mohd Zain bin Yusof142. Dr Muhammad Afiq bin Moh143. Dr Muhammad Kamil bin Hassan144. Dr Munalizaini bin Mukhtar145. Dr Nabilla binti Mohd Shukor146. Dr Nadia Izyan bt Muham147. Dr Nadiah bt Abd Kamar148. Dr Najiyatu Nazihah bt Zakaria149. Dr Navin a/l Sinniah150. Dr Neo Yun Zi151. Dr New Ze Hau152. Dr Ng Jia Mei153. Dr Ng Ling Kang154. Dr Ng Pei Chi155. Dr Ng Wan Ching156. Dr Ng Yan Mei157. Dr Nibasni Ratha Krishnan158. Dr Nik Madihah binti Nik Azis159. Dr Noor Ashiqin160. Dr Noor Asnida bt yoocub161. Dr Noor Azilah binti Ab Aziz162. Dr Noor Fatiha Abdul Rahim163. Dr Noor Nadia Mohd Sahar164. Dr Noorhidayah165. Dr Noorlaily Shazlin bt Mohammad Sulai29

Annual Report 2012/2013166. Dr Nor Ikhwan bin Abu Bakar167. Dr Nor Juliana binti Ali168. Dr Nor Nadia bt Zakaria169. Dr Nor Shafarina binti Mohamed Nazari170. Dr Noraisyah bt Mahmudd171. Dr Norazah bt Dani172. Dr Norefizah binti Nazar173. Dr Norhaslina binti Ibrahim174. Dr Normah175. Dr Norul Husna bt Mohamad176. Dr Norul Nurdiyana177. Dr Norzah bt Kassim178. Dr Norzalina bt Ghazali179. Dr Norzuliza Goloi180. Dr Nur Athirah bt Syed181. Dr Nur Nabilah bt Abdullah182. Dr Nur Sabrina183. Dr Nur Salsabila184. Dr Nur Syareena bt tajuddin185. Dr Nur Zehan bt Hayat186. Dr Nurashikin bt Ibrahim187. Dr Nurharzlena binti Harun188. Dr Nurhazwani bt Zaka189. Dr Nurrul Ain bt Zurghiba190. Dr Nursharhani bt Sharif191. Dr Nursyafiq bin Ali192. Dr Nurul Ain193. Dr Nurul Aina bt Abdul194. Dr Nurul Aini BT Abdullah195. Dr Nurul Akmal bin Awang196. Dr Nurul Asyikin197. Dr Nurul Asyikin binti Muhamad Noor Azlan198. Dr Nurul Hayati bt Anwar199. Dr Nurul Nadira bt Omar200. Dr Nurul Syuhada bt Abd201. Dr Nurul Yazmeen202. Dr Nurul Zatil Ismah bt Ismail203. Dr Nurulfiza binti Zakariah204. Dr Nurulsyazwani binti Ismail205. Dr Ong Sey Yunn206. Dr Ooi Ean Leong207. Dr Ooi Sook Fong208. Dr Pra Veen Kumar209. Dr Preena Sidhu210. Dr Pulikkotil Shaju Jacob211. Dr Queck Kian Loke212. Dr Qwik Chai Jing213. Dr Raihanah bt Sufyan214. Dr Ramizu Shaari215. Dr Renukanth a/l Patab216. Dr Rohida Sulong (RA)217. Dr Rosdayana Ibrahi,218. Dr Rozy Anita binti Atan219. Dr Rupinee a/p Sanmugam220. Dr Rusdi bin Abd raman221. Dr Saiful Amir bin Mohamad222. Dr Samantha Loh Hui Chien223. Dr Saratha a/p Loranthram224. Dr Saravanan a/l Govinden225. Dr Saravanan a/l Pushparajan226. Dr Sarwani bt Yusoff227. Dr Saw Zhi Hui228. Dr Shafeeqa Ajla bt Shaharuddin229. Dr Shahidatunnur bt Norazami230. Dr Sharul Nisha bt Ali231. Dr Shim Chung Nam232. Dr Shng Chia Chee233. Dr Showbanaa a/p Thangarajah234. Dr Shu Boon Jit235. Dr Siaw Yean Na236. Dr Siow Ang Yen237. Dr Siti Junaidah Makmud238. Dr Siti Mardhiah binti Roslan239. Dr Siti Mariam bt Mohd240. Dr Siti Munirah bt Husin241. Dr Siti Nur Hidayah bt Yahya242. Dr Siti Nur Nabihah bt Zainul Abidin243. Dr Siti Salimah bt Muhammad244. Dr Siti Zalikha bt Abu Bakar245. Dr Soh Lai Tzen246. Dr Suhaili bt Ahmad247. Dr Sunittha a/p Gopala Krishnan248. Dr Syafruddin bin Harahap249. Dr Syarina250. Dr Syed Nabil bin Syed Omar251. Dr Syuwari Azhar bin Azman252. Dr Tan Bee Chin253. Dr Tan Chze Chze254. Dr Tan Jia Hai255. Dr Tan Li Yin256. Dr Tan Wei Ling257. Dr Tan Wei Xi258. Dr Tengku Karina259. Dr Tengku Nadhirah260. Dr Teoh Chin Aik261. Dr Tey Sock Nee262. Dr Thaarani a/p Vijayakumar263. Dr Tun Yasmin Iffah bt Mohd Suria264. Dr Umaa a/p Govindaraja265. Dr Umi Attiyah bt Hj Mohd Asmawi266. Dr Vivegan267. Dr Wan Nurazreena268. Dr Wan Nurazreena binti Wan Hassan269. Dr Wilson Wong Chau Shen270. Dr Wong Jo Lin271. Dr Wong Yoong Wai272. Dr Yasodha a/p Lakshminarayanan273. Dr Yeow Shumei274. Dr Yim Poh Leng275. Dr Yohani binti Mat Yusof276. Dr Yuhaniz Ahmad Yaziz277. Dr Yusmijan bin Yusmid30

Annual Report 2012/20138. Dr Anna Rani A/P T. Kanagarajah9. Dr Chandran A/L Singaram10. Dr Cheong Kok Meng, Daniel11. Dr Chia Ah Chik12. Dr Chuah Cheng Huat13. Dr Lee Keng Chin14. Dr Lim Chung Meng15. Dr Lincoln Lim Ewe Liang16. Dr Loh Kim Hong17. Dr Lydia Mason18. Dr Mak Fook Choy19. Dr Mak Fook Fatt20. Dr Marina Lalitha Devi21. Dr Palaniappan a/l Narayanan22. Dr Seet AI Ling23. Dr Selvaraja a/l Govindasamy24. Dr Shantha a/p PK Menon25. Dr Shudesh Kumar26. Dr Subramaniam A/L Chemansallam27. Dr Sujatha Rani M S Dhoor28. Dr Teh Boon Teik29. Dr Thevadass A/L K Palany30. Dr Thinaparan Ponnampalam31. Dr Yap Choon Han32. Dr Yong Hon Yin, John33. Dr Yong Peng Soon34. Lt Col (Dr) Sahadevan Govind35. Prof Dato’ Dr Ishak bin Abdul Razak36. Prof Phrabhakaran NambiarUndergraduate Students Member1. Foo Siew VoonDr Neoh Ein YauHonorary General Secretary 2012/2013Malaysian Dental Association32

Annual Report 2012/2013THE HONORARY FINANCIALSECRETARY’S REPORT FOR THEFINANCIAL YEAR ENDING31ST DECEMBER 2012It is with great pleasure I hereby present the MalaysianDental Association’s financial statements for the yearended 31st December 2012 (FY2012). The financialstatements are drawn up so as to provide a completeand accurate representation of the Association’sfinancial position. All accounting records have beenassiduously cached, adhering to proper and strictaccounting procedures as is required in an associationof this magnitude. Thus I am pleased to report thatMDA maintains an excellent financial health status asconcurred by our auditor.The Association managed to deliver a strong andhealthy balance sheet as at 31st December 2012with net current assets amounting to RM5.3 million.This was mainly due to the increase in cash andbank balances of RM3.6 million and RM1.6 millionrespectively representing the Association’s cash andcash equivalents of RM5.2 million up from RM4.2million as at 31st December 2011.Thank you.Sincerely,Financial Performance and PositionDuring the year under review, the Association’s totalincome stood at RM4.32 million amounting to a slightincrease from last year. Contribution to FY2012 totalincome is as follows:1. Revenue from convention and meetings67.1%2. Membership subscriptions and entrance fees8.5%3. Revenue from other activities 3.1%4. Other revenue, rental income and interestincome 21.3%Dr Darren Y. Y. YapMDA Honorary Financial Secretary, 2012-2013The Association reported a surplus after taxation ofRM1,011,834 representing a significant increase of75% from FY2011. However, this did not translate toa significant increase in taxes vis-à-vis FY2011 due tothe implementation of the increase of the members’subscription by accruing the outstanding membershipfees, plus other measuresThe Association’s total expenditure consists of fixedand variable expenditure component, FY2012 totalexpenditure’s composition as follow:1. Expenses on Conventions and Meetings69.6%2. Expenses on Activities 8%3. Secretariat expenses 8.2%4. General, meeting and affiliation expenses14.2%34

Malaysian Dental AssociationMDA FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITED STATEMENTOF ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31STDECEMBER 2012MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONREPORTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS31 DECEMBER 2012CONTENTSPAGE NO.REPORT OF AUDITORS 36REPORT OF INTERNAL AUDITOR 37BALANCE SHEET 38STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE 39CASH FLOW STATEMENT 40NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 4135

Annual Report 2012/2013K. F. CHEONG & CO. (AF1010)CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTSNo. C-6-5, Megan Avenue 1, 189 Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala LumpurTel: 03-21660198, 21661198 Fax: 03-21662198INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONReport on the Financial StatementsWe have audited the financial statements of MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION, which comprise the balancesheet as at 31st December 2012, and the statement of income and expenditure, cash flow statement and summaryof significant accounting policies and other explanatory notes, as set out on pages 4 to 19Council Members’ Responsibility for the Financial StatementsThe council members of the Association are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financialstatements. This responsibility includes: designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant tothe preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whetherdue to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; and making accounting estimatesthat are reasonable in the circumstances.Auditors’ ResponsibilityOur responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted ouraudit in accordance with approved standards on auditing in Malaysia. Those standards require that we complywith ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financialstatements are free from material misstatement.An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in thefinancial statements. The procedures selected depend on our judgment, including the assessment of risksof material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those riskassessments, we consider internal control relevant to the Association’s preparation and fair presentation of thefinancial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for thepurpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Association’s internal control. An audit also includesevaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimatesmade by the council members, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements.We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our auditopinion.OpinionIn our opinion, the financial statements which have been prepared under historical cost convention, are properlydrawn up so as to exhibits a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association and three branches inNorthern Zone, Southern Zone and Eastern Zone for the year ended as at 31 December 2012 and of the resultsand cash flow of the Association and the three branches in Northern Zone, Southern Zone and Eastern Zone forthe year ended on the date according to the best of the information and explainations given to us and as shownby the records of the Association.K.F. CHEONG & CO. (AF 1010)Chartered Accountants (Malaysia)Kuala LumpurDated: 16 May 2013CHEONG KIN FONGNo.1637/7/11(J)Chartered Accountant36

Malaysian Dental AssociationMALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONREPORT OF INTERNAL AUDITThis is certify that I have examined the accompanying Balance Sheet, Statement of Income and Expenditure andCash Flow Statement of the Malaysian Dental Association for the year ended 31 December 2012.I, in my opinion, the accompanying Balance Sheet, Statement of Income and Expenditure and Cash Flow Statementwith the notes thereto, give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association.DATUK DR TEO CHOO KUMMalaysian Dental AssociationInternal Auditor37

Annual Report 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONBALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2012Note 2012 2011RMRMPROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT 2 1,219,127 1,263,675CURRENT ASSETSubscription in arrears 41,470 6,527Sundry receivables and deposits 3 182,647 232,380Tax recoverable 36,780 2,739Fixed deposits with a licensed bank 3,632,421 2,776,733Cash and bank balances 1,603,133 1,502,349___________ ___________5,496,451 4,520,728___________ ___________Less: CURRENT LIABILITIESSundry payables and accruals 4 177,519 226,793Provision for taxation - -___________ ___________177,519 226,793___________ ___________NET CURRENT ASSETS 5,318,932 4,293,935DEFERRED INCOME 5 (931,871) (708,351)DEFERRED EXPENDITURE 6 393,586 138,442___________ ___________(538,285) (569,909)___________ ___________5,999,774 4,987,701___________ ___________Financed by:ACCUMULATED FUND 5,994,748 4,982,914LONG TERM LIABILITIESDeferred taxation 16 5,026 4,787___________ ___________5,999,774 4,987,701___________ ___________DR HAJA BADRUDEEN SIRAJUDEEN DR NEOH EIN YAU DR. DARREN YAP YOKE YONGPresident Hononary General Secretaty Hononary Financial SecretaryDate: 16 May 2013The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.38

Malaysian Dental AssociationMALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONSTATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITUREFOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2012Note 2012 2011RMRMINCOMEMembership subscriptions and entrance fees 370,804 250,941Rental income 36,000 33,600Interest income 105,736 76,509Sundry income- 2,351Revenue from Convention and Meetings 7 2,895,345 2,864,158Revenue from Activities 8 134,030 141,590Other revenue 9 778,268 929,305___________ ___________Total Income 4,320,183 4,298,454___________ ___________Less:EXPENDITUREExpenses on Conventions and Meetings 10 2,189,197 2,602,499Expenses on Activities 11 253,132 249,883Secretariat expenses 12 258,592 293,678Council meeting expenses 94,010 89,636Affiliation expenses 13 9,962 6,728Meeting expenses 14 90,023 108,740General expenses 15 251,998 241,119___________ ___________Total Expenditure 3,146,914 3,592,283___________ ___________SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR BEFORE TAXATION 1,173,269 706,171Taxation 17 (161,435) (218,632)___________ ___________SURPLUS FOR THE YEAR AFTER TAXATION 1,011,834 487,539ACCUMULATED FUND BROUGHT FORWARD 4,982,914 4,495,375___________ ___________ACCUMULATED FUND CARRIED FORWARD 5,994,748 4,982,914___________ ___________The accompanying notes form an integral part of these financial statements.39

Annual Report 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONCASH FLOW STATEMENTFOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 20122012 2011RMRMCASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIESSurplus for the year before taxation 1,173,269 706,171Adjustment for:-Depreciation 64,097 66,922Interest income (105,736) (76,509)___________ ___________Operating profit before working capital changes 1,131,630 696,584(Increase)/Decease in subscription in arrears (34,943) 2,223Decrease in sundry receivables and deposits 49,733 619,583Increase in sundry payables and accruals (49,274) (154,758)Increase in deferred expenditure (255,144) (87,677)Increase/(Decrease) in deferred income 223,520 (409,018)___________ ___________Cash generated from operations 1,065,522 666,937Tax paid (195,237) (219,899)___________ ___________Net cash generated from operating activities 870,285 447,038___________ ___________CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIESInterest received 105,736 76,509Purchase of property, plant and equipment (19,549) (31,604)___________ ___________Net cash generated from investing activities 86,187 44,905___________ ___________NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS 956,472 491,943CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF THE YEAR 4,279,082 3,787,139___________ ___________CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF THE YEAR 5,235,554 4,279,082___________ ___________ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS:Cash and bank balances 1,603,133 1,502,349Fixed deposits with licensed bank 3,632,421 2,776,733___________ ___________5,235,554 4,279,082___________ ___________40

Malaysian Dental Association1 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESMALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATIONNOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - 31 DECEMBER 2012(a)(b)Basis of AccountingThe financial statements comply with applicable approved accounting standards issued bythe Malaysian Accounting Standards Board and have been prepared under the historical costconvention.Property, Plant and Equipment and DepreciationProperty, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairmentlosses. Depreciation is calculated to write-off the cost of property, plant and equipment on a straightline at the rate that will write off the assets, less their estimated residual values, over the expecteduseful life.The principal annual rates are as follows:Freehold land and building 2%Computer 10% - 20%Air-conditioner 10%Electrical installation 10%Exhibition panel 20%Furniture and fittings 10%Office equipment 10%Signboard 10%Renovation 10%Where an indication of impairment exists, the carrying amount of the assets is assessed and writtendown immediately to its recoverable amount.(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)ReceivablesReceivables are carried at anticipated realisable values. Bad debts are written off when identified. Anestimate is made for doubtful debts on a review of all outstanding amounts as at the balance sheetdate.PayablesPayables are stated at cost which is at fair value of the consideration to be paid in future, whether ornot billed to the Association.Financial InstrumentsFinancial instruments carried on the balance sheet include cash and bank balances, debtors andcreditors. The particular recognition methods adopted are disclosed in the individual accountingpolicy statements associated with each item.Impairment of AssetsAt each balance sheet date, the Association reviews the carrying amounts of its assets to determinewhether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any suchindication exists, impairment is measured by comparing the carrying values of the assets with theirrecoverable amounts.Income TaxIncome tax on the profit or loss for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Current tax is expectedamount of income taxes payable in respect of the taxable profit for the year and is measured usingthe tax rates that have been enacted at the balance sheet date.41

Annual Report 2012/2013Deferred tax is provided for, using the liability method, on temporary differences at the balancesheet date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financialstatements. In principle, deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differencesand deferred tax assets are recognised for all deductible temporary differences, unused tax losses andunused tax credits to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against whichthe deductible temporary differences, unused tax losses and unused tax credits can be utilised.Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the asset isrealised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enactedat the balance sheet date. Deferred tax is recognised in the income statement, except when it arisesfrom a transaction which is recognised directly in equity, in which case the deferred tax is alsocharged or credited directly in equity.(h)Income RecognitionAll income, including membership subscriptions and entrance fees are recognised on receipts basisexcept for interest income and rental income which are recognised on an actual basis.(i)(ii)Employee Benefits(i) Short Term Employee Benefits Wages, salaries, social security contribution, bonuses andnon-monetary benefits are accrued in the period which the associated services arerendered by the employees.Post-Employment BenefitsThe Association contributes to the Employees’ Provident Fund (“EPF”), the national definedcontribution plan. The contributions are charged to the income statement in the period towhich they are related. Once the contributions have been paid, the Association has no furtherpayment obligations.(j)Cash and Cash EquivalentsCash and cash equivalents consist of cash in hand, balances with banks and demand deposits.2 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT2012 Balance as at Addition Disposal Balance as at01.01.2012 31.12.2012Cost RM RM RM RMFreehold office 1,364,419 - - 1,364,419Computer 166,084 3,099 - 169,183Air-conditioner 17,190 1,100 - 18,290Electrical installation 1,241 - - 1,241Furniture & fittings 59,763 - - 59,763Office equipment 162,277 15,350 - 177,627Signboard 5,970 - - 5,970Renovation 86,650 - - 86,650Exhibition panel 9,000 - 9,000__________ __________ __________ __________1,872,594 19,549 - 1,892,143__________ __________ __________ __________42

Malaysian Dental AssociationBalance as at Charge for Disposal Balance as atAccumulated 01.01.2012 the year 31.12.2012Depreciation RM RM RM RMFreehold office 232,610 27,288 - 259,898Computer 129,109 10,634 - 139,743Air-conditioner 10,738 1,829 - 12,567Electrical installation 1,240 - - 1,240Furniture & fittings 43,800 4,847 - 48,647Office equipment 121,198 9,034 - 130,232Signboard 5,969 - - 5,969Renovation 60,655 8,665 - 69,320Exhibition panel 3,600 1,800 - 5,400__________ __________ __________ __________608,919 64,097 - 673,016__________ __________ __________ __________2011 Balance as at Addition Disposal Balance as at01.01.2011 31.12.2011Cost RM RM RM RMFreehold office 1,364,419 - - 1,364,419Computer 144,309 21,775 - 166,084Air-conditioner 15,840 1,350 - 17,190Electrical installation 1,241 - - 1,241Furniture & fittings 59,763 - - 59,763Office equipment 153,798 8,479 - 162,277Signboard 5,970 - - 5,970Renovation 86,650 - - 86,650Exhibition panel 9,000 - - 9,000__________ __________ __________ __________1,840,990 31,604 - 1,872,594__________ __________ __________ __________Balance as at Charge for Disposal Balance as atAccumulated 01.01.2011 the year 31.12.2011Depreciation RM RM RM RMFreehold office 205,322 27,288 - 232,610Computer 114,005 15,104 - 129,109Air-conditioner 9,019 1,719 - 10,738Electrical installation 1,240 - - 1,240Furniture & fittings 38,953 4,847 - 43,800Office equipment 113,699 7,499 - 121,198Signboard 5,969 - - 5,969Renovation 51,990 8,665 - 60,655Exhibition panel 1,800 1,800 3,600__________ __________ __________ __________541,997 66,922 - 608,919__________ __________ __________ __________43

Annual Report 2012/20132012 2011Net book value RM RMFreehold office 1,104,521 1,131,809Computer 29,440 36,975Air-conditioner 5,723 6,452Electrical installation 1 1Furniture & fittings 11,116 15,963Office equipment 47,395 41,079Signboard 1 1Renovation 17,330 25,995Exhibition panel 3,600 5,400__________ __________1,219,127 1,263,675__________ __________As at balance sheet date, the strata title to one of the freehold lot has not been issued in the name of theAssociation.3 SUNDRY RECEIVABLES2012 2011RMRMSundry receivables 50,995 102,729Deposits 131,652 129,651__________ __________182,647 232,380__________ __________4 SUNDRY PAYABLES2012 2011RMRMSundry Payables 15,597 65,694Accruals 161,922 161,099__________ __________177,519 226,793__________ __________5 DEFERRED INCOME2012 2011RMRM19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 - 657,851Miscellaneous Income - 50,000AGM 2012 - 500APDC 2013 439,442 -20th FDI/MDA Convention 2013 448,999 -3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013 40,010 -AGM 2013 3,420 -__________ __________931,871 708,351__________ __________The income of the 19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 organised by the Malaysia Dental Association is nowreflected in the Statement of Income and Expenditure for the financial year.44

Malaysian Dental Association6 DEFERRED EXPENDITURE2012 2011RMRMAPDC 2013 325,767 93,08419th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 - 30,7532nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012 - 12,645AGM 2012 - 1,96020th FDI/MDA Convention 2013 43,071 -3rd Borneo Dental Congress 2013 22,448 -AGM 2013 2,300 -__________ __________393,586 138,442__________ __________The expenditure relating to the 19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 organised by the Malaysia DentalAssociation is now reflected in the Statement of Income and Expenditure for the financial year.7 REVENUE FROM CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS2012 2011RMRM67th MDA/AGM - 1,269UCLAN 5,140 45018th FDI/MDA Convention 2011 - 1,120,55068th MDA/AGM 420 1,139,106Dr Dan E Fischer Seminar - 23,84010th Penang Dental Congress - 245,9252nd Sabah Dental Congress 2011 - 87,0514th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention 2011 - 92,722MDASZ AGM 2011 & Trade Exhibition - 2,2111st Borneo Dental Congress 2011 - 114,725Sibu Dental Congress - 36,309CDA/MDA 2012 International Conference 1,547,915 -19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 852,615 -11th Penang Dental Congress 344,487 -2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012 6,990 -IDEM Singapore 2012 15,116 -5th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention 2012 104,401 -MDANZ AGM 2012 8,700 -MDASZ AGM 2012 & Trade Exhibition 8,491 -34th Asia Pacific Dental Congress 1,070 -__________ __________2,895,345 2,864,158__________ __________45

Annual Report 2012/20138 REVENUE FROM ACTIVITIES2012 2011RMRMPublication of Dental Journal and Newsletter 5,600 20,313Continuing Professional Development & ContinuingEducation Course 42,281 23,131Treasure Hunt 500 2,600Implant Seminar 22,650 5,1603rd Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition - 89,761Kota Kinabalu Dental Study Night - 625Public Health Screening 400 -Sibu Dental Study Night 1,070 -4th Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition 54,329 -CSR Program 7,200 -__________ __________134,030 141,590__________ __________9 OTHER REVENUE2012 2011RMRMCommission received 21,722 24,138Sponsorship 287,450 529,273Mailing service 20,320 5,350Miscellaneous income 321,731 187,574Wisma MDA Building Fund 127,000 182,970Discount Received 45 -__________ __________778,268 929,305__________ __________10 EXPENSES ON CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS2012 2011RMRM17th FDI/MDA Convention 2010 3,750 200UCLAN 18,088 569th Penang Dental Congress - 3,1003rd MDASZ - SDA Joint Scientific Convention - 810Miri Dental Congress - 1,120MDASZ AGM 2010 & Trade Exhibition - 2,00018th FDI/MDA Convention 2011 - 895,91868th MDA/AGM 6,000 1,200,001Dr. Dan E Fischer Seminar - 21,97010th Penang Dental Congress - 143,4962nd Sabah Dental Congress 1,900 92,6464th MDASZ-SDA Joint Scientific Convention 180 65,498MDASZ AGM 2011 & Trade Exhibition - 10,2161st Borneo Dental Congress - 100,914Sibu Dental Congress - 52,47333rd Asia Pacific Dental Congress - 12,08119th FDI/MDA 428,952 -CDA/MDA 2012 International Conference 1,299,190 -69th MDA/AGM 28,100 -46

Malaysian Dental AssociationMDA Gala Dinner Emcee 2012 3,000 -11th Penang Dental Congress 239,649 -2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012 26,963 -IDEM Singapore 2012 24,502 -5th MDA-SZ &SDA Joint Scientific Convention 63,484 -MDANZ AGM 2012 12,068 -MDASZ AGM 2012 15,241 -MDAEZ AGM 2011 1,060 -35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress 17,070 -11 EXPENSES ON ACTIVITIES__________ __________2,189,197 2,602,499__________ __________2012 2011RMRMPublication of Dental Journal and Newsletter 130,787 104,436Continuing Professional Development & ContinuingEducation Course 36,627 30,937Beluran Oral Health Awareness Campaign - 382Kg Lundu Oral Health Awareness Campaign - 3,707Kg. Paitan Oral Health Awareness Campaign - 1,750Keningau Oral Health Awareness Campaign - 12,554Sandakan Oral Health Campaign - 8,526Sibu Oral Health Campaign 3,086 2,260Kota Kinabalu Dental Study Night - 600Sibu Dental Study Night 600 1,422Implant Seminar 17,987 9673rd Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition - 72,075CSR Project 568 5,500Treasure Hunt 476 3,716Interprofessional Friendly Futsal match - 1,0514th Melaka Symposium & Trade Exhibition 59,708 -Tawau Dental Study Night 286 -Kuching Dental Study night 1,258 -Dental Outreach Program 1,749 -__________ __________778,268 929,305__________ __________47

Annual Report 2012/201312 SECRETARIAT EXPENSES2012 2011RMRMPostage, printing & stationery 21,472 74,781Refreshment 1,803 5,068Staff Cost:- salaries, allowance and overtime 192,790 173,858- Employees’ Provident Fund 24,124 18,941- SOCSO 2,366 2,146Telephone charges 9,616 9,382Travelling expenses 6,421 9,502__________ __________258,592 293,678__________ __________13 AFFILIATION EXPENSES2012 2011RMRMCDA subscription 1,340 1,388COSTAM subscription - 200FDI subscription 6,159 3,675AIDS subscription 100 100MSPC subscription - 500APDF subscription 863 865BIM subscription 1,500 -__________ __________9,962 6,728__________ __________14 MEETING EXPENSES2012 2011RMRMZone Meeting 8,393 18,559Admin Meeting 8,806 3,330IDEM Singapore - 2,059GCCD Conference 2,588 3,587FDI Annual World Dental Congress 26,737 48,573CDA Meeting 9,296 7,623USM Talk 934 1,000CAPD - 2,409MDA - Scodos 3,500 2,000Public Health Screening - 8,250USM-IMU Community Service Project - 2,500MDA/Colgate Expert Workshop - 3,900Malaysian Private Dental Practitioner’s Association - 2,000Oral Health Awareness Campaign 1,600 1,900MDA Evening Lecture 1,519 800UM Student’s Scientific Congress - 2503rd CFAD 5,454 -CPD Meeting 2,719 -Dental Act Meeting 7,000 -Dental Traders Appreciation 4,300 -48

Malaysian Dental AssociationMADPHS 336 -PCBC Meeting 2,101 -Vietnam Dental Conference 3,914 -Wisma MDA Building Meeting 826__________ __________90,023 108,740__________ __________15 GENERAL EXPENSES2012 2011RMRMAccounting fee 14,776 9,600Advertisement 670 451Audit fee 9,400 9,062Bank charges 394 929Bad Debt-Written Off 1,500 -Compliment & Condolence 1,858 -Credit card charges 15,349 18,292Donation 66,586 12,276Depreciation 64,097 66,922Electricity and water 11,052 11,037Insurance 653 913Legal and professional fees 3,599 12,833Maintenance fee 4,514 6,472Medical fee 730 890Penalty & fine 429 81Quit rent & assessment fee 5,409 5,670Rental of safe deposit box 200 200Service tax - 594Subscription fee to E-Journal - 42,307Sundry expenses 193 700Uniform 3,179 10,645Upkeep of office equipment 5,949 3,262Upkeep of premises 6,901 22,680Website service 34,560 5,303__________ __________251,998 241,119__________ __________49

Annual Report 2012/201316 DEFERRED TAXATION2012 2011RMRMAt beginning of the year 4,787 2,852Deferred tax relating to originatingtemporary differences 239 1,935__________ __________At the end of year 5,026 4,787__________ __________The components and movements of deferred tax liabilities and assets during the financial year prior tooffsetting are as follows:-Deferred tax liabilitiesRMRMExcess of carrying amount of Plant &Equipment over the tax base: 5,026 4,787__________ __________17 TAXATION2012 2011RMRMCurrent year provision 222,071 216,697Overprovision in prior year (60,875) -Deferred tax relating to originatingtemporary differences 239 1,935__________ __________At the end of year 161,435 218,632__________ __________The tax liability is computed based on the scale rate instead of the Company’s tax rate of 25%.50

Malaysian Dental Association18 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS(a) Financial Risk ManagementThe Association seeks to manage effectively the various risks namely interest rate and liquidity risk,to which the Association is exposed to in its daily operation.(b)Interest Rate RiskThe investment in financial assets is short term in nature and is not held for speculative purposesand is placed in fixed deposits with licensed financial institutions.Effective Interest RatesEffectiveInterest Within 1-5Rate 1 year years Total% RM RM RMAs at 31 December 2012Financial AssetFixed deposits 2.55-3.70 3,632,421 - 3,632,421As at 31 December 2011Financial AssetFixed deposits 2.95-3.88 2,776,733 - 2,776,733(c)Liquidity RiskThe investment in financial assets is short term in nature and is not held for speculative purposesand is placed in fixed deposits with licensed financial institutions.As part of its overall prudent liquidity management, the Association maintains sufficient levels ofcash and cash equivalents to meet its working capital requirements.(d)Fair ValuesRecognised financial statementsThe fair values of the financial assets and financial liabilities approximate their respective carryingvalues on the balance sheet of the Association.Unrecognised financial statementsThere are no financial instruments not recognised in th balance sheet as at 31 December 2012 thatare required to be disclosed.51

Annual Report 2012/2013PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2013/2014INCOMEBUDGETACTUAL2013/2014 FY2012RMRMMembership subscriptions and entrances fees 380,000 370,804Revenue from Conventions and Meetings:- 19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 - 852,615- 21st FDI/MDA Convention 2014 920,000CDA/MDA 2012 - 1,547,91571st MDA/AGM 2014 1,800,000 -CPD Talk Income 40,000 42,281Sponsorship Received 300,000 287,450Direct Access Commission Received 25,000 21,722Rental Income 38,400 36,000Interest Income 110,000 105,736Other revenue from Conventions and Meetings 500,000 494,815Other revenue from Activities 100,000 91,749Other revenue 500,000 469,096___________________________________________________________________________________TOTAL INCOME 4,713,400 4,320,183___________________________________________________________________________________LESS : EXPENDITUREExpenses on Conventions and Meetings:- 19th FDI/MDA Convention 2012 428,952- 21st FDI/MDA Convention 2014 500,000CDA/MDA 2012 1,299,19071st MDA/AGM 2014 1,500,000Other expenses on Conventions and Meetings 500,000 461,055___________________________________________________________________________________Total 2,500,000 2,189,197___________________________________________________________________________________Expenses on ActivitiesPublication of Dental Journal & Newsletter Expenses 150,000 130,787CPD Talk 50,000 36,627Other expenses on Activities 100,000 85,718___________________________________________________________________________________Total 300,000 253,132___________________________________________________________________________________52

Malaysian Dental AssociationSecretarial expensesPostages and courier, printing & stationary, sundry 30,000 21,472Catering and Refreshment 2000 1,803Staff cost :- Salaries, allowances and overtime 200,000 192,790- Employee’ Provident Fund 25,000 24,124- SOCSO 2,500 2,366Telephone charges 10,000 9,616Travelling Expenses 7,000 6,421___________________________________________________________________________________Total 276,500 258,592___________________________________________________________________________________BIM Subscription 1500 1,500CDA Subscription 1340 1,340COSTAM Subscription NIL NILFDI Subscription 6200 6,159AIDS Subscription NIL 100APDF Subscription 850 863MBK subscription NIL NIL___________________________________________________________________________________Total 9890 9,962___________________________________________________________________________________Other Meeting ExpensesMeeting Expenses 70,000 63,286Council Meeting Expenditure 100,000 94,010FDI TURKEY 2013 100,000 NILFDI HK 2012 NIL 26,737___________________________________________________________________________________Total 270,000 184,033___________________________________________________________________________________53

Annual Report 2012/2013General ExpensesAccounting Fee 15,000 14,776Advertisement 1000 670Audit Fee 10,000 9,400Bank Charges 500 394Credit Card charges 20,000 15,349Depreciation 70,000 64,097Donations & Gift 100,000 66,586Electricity and Water 12,000 11,052Insurance 700 653Legal and Professional Fee 15,000 3,599Maintenance Fee 4514 4,514MDA e-Journal 45,000 NILMedical Fee 1000 730Penalty and fine NIL 429Quit Rent & Assessment 5500 5,409Sundry Expenses 200 193Uniform NIL 3,179Upkeep of Office Equipment 10,000 5,949Upkeep of Premises 10,000 6,901Website Services 100,000 34,560Others 4,000 3,558___________________________________________________________________________________Total 424,414 251,998___________________________________________________________________________________TOTAL EXPENDITURE 3,780,804 3,146,914SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) OF INCOME OVER EXPENDITURE 932,596 1,173,269Prepared by,Dr Darren Yap Yoke YongHonorary Financial Secretary 2012/2013Malaysian Dental Association54

Malaysian Dental AssociationINCOMEMembership subscriptions and entrance fees 37,0804Rental income 36,000Interest income 105,736Revenue from Convention and Meetings 2,895,345Revenue from Activities 134,030Other revenue 778,268Revenue fromAcvies3%Expenses on Conventions and Meetings 2,189,197Expenses on Activities 253,132Secretariat expenses 258,592Council meeting expenses 94,010Affiliation expenses 9,962Meeting expenses 90,022.87General expenses 251,998Other revenue18%INCOMEMembershipsubscripons andentrance fees9% Rental income1%Revenue fromConvenon andMeengs67%Interest income2%Revenue fromAcvies3%Other revenue18%INCOMEMembershipsubscripons andentrance fees9% Rental income1%Interest income2%Affiliaonexpenses0%Council meengexpenses3%Secretariatexpenses8%Meeng expenses3%General expenses8%EXPENDITURERevenue fromConvenon andMeengs67%Expenseson Acvies8%Expenses onConvenons andMeengs70%Affiliaonexpenses0%Council meengexpenses3%Secretariatexpenses8%Meeng expenses3%General expenses8%EXPENDITUREExpenseson Acvies8%Expenses onConvenons andMeengs70%55

Malaysian Dental AssociationWe have gone from strength to strength under the able leadership of our President, Dr Haja Badrudeen. He haslent much support to the MDJ Transformation Project. This project is the brainchild of our dynamic MDJ Editor, DrHaizal Mohd Hussaini. Through his vision and courage, he has significantly increased the visibility and accesibilityof the journal by introducing it online (www.mdj.org.my). This step has doubled submissions, especially frominternational authors.The second phase of the MDJ transformation will include the implementation of online manuscript submissionand management system to improve efficiency of handling submissions. The management of manuscripts isprimarily aimed at attracting the right volume, the right subject matter as well as the right depth of knowledgein the manuscripts submitted for consideration.I would like to take this opportunity to thank all MDA members who have kindly allowed me the opportunity toserve as Honorary Publication Secretary for the 3rd term. I truly appreciate all the support and encouragement ofthe editorial board members as well as the MDA Council members. I am also very grateful to our loyal reviewerswho have stuck with us through the years.I wish the incoming Editorial Board a prolific and productive year ahead. Let us continue to play our parts inpromoting the advancement of dental practice, education and scientific research in Malaysia.Dr Shalini KanagasingamHonorary Publication Secretary 2012/13Malaysia Dental Association57

Annual Report 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION NORTHERNZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2012/2013The Malaysian Dental Association Northern Zone is pleased to present the annual report for the year 2012/20131 Annual General MeetingThe annual general meeting was held on 19th February 2012, at City Bayview Hotel, Penang. CPDprogrammes held in conjunction with the AGM were:Programme8.30amRegistration9.00am-10.30am Management of Teeth with Periodontal Disease: Keep it or Dr Rajeswary RamanLose it.10.30am-11.45am The Fall and Rise of Implant Dentistry Dr. Firdaus Hanapiah11.45am-1.00pm The Simplification of Everyday Practice in Implant Dentistry Dr. Firdaus Hanapiah1.00pm-2.30pm Lunch and Trade Exhibition2.30pm-5.00pm Annual General Meeting5.00pmEnd of Trade ExhibitionDental Trade Exhibition: 8.00am-5.00pmAttendance for Scientific Programme: 1252. Office Bearers for the year 2012/2013The following members were elected to the 2012/2013 Committee:Chairman : Dr. Goon Yong PorHon. Secretary : Dr. Ang Lai ChoonHon. Treasurer : Dr. Teh Yik PinCommittee Members : Dr. Teh Tat Beng: Dr. Tan Sim Piau: Dr. Tan Chiew Ee: Dr. Chan Choon Chong: Dr. Tan Ee CheanHon. Auditor : Dr. Tan Siam Hong3. State RepresentativesThe zone committee wishes to thank the following state representatives for their contributions in the year2012/2013Perak : Dr. Chong Kum SoonPenang : Dr. Ahmad Termizi ZamzuriPerlis : Dr. Tan Kui HinKedah : Dr. Azillah Mohd AliPahang : Dr. Chan Cheng HoongKelantan : Dr. Ahmad Burhanuddin58

Malaysian Dental Association4. Northern Zone Committee MeetingsThe committee held six meetings in its term of office. As usual these meetings were supplemented byinformal meetings and e-mails amongst the committee members to facilitate the smooth running of thezone activities and its events.4th March 201215th April 201228th May 20128th July 201230th September 20124th November 20125. Activities During the Year 2012CPD Programmes and activities conducted by MDA Northern Zone1. CPD Programme – Ipoh CPD Programme 2012Date: 15th April 2012Venue:Heritage Hotel, Ipoh, PerakTopic:(1)Endodontics or Implants?(2)Conventional Retreatment of the Root Canal Treated ToothSpeaker: Clinical Associate Professor Patrick S K Tseng(Chief Dental Officer, Ministry of Health, Singapore;Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, NationalUniversity of Singapore;Senior Consultant, Dental Services, National University Hospital)Topic:Speaker:Topic:Speaker:The Whole Tooth and Nothing but the Tooth: the Promise of RegenerativeDentistryProf. Khoo Suan Phaik (Professor of Oral Pathology and OralMedicine at the School of Dentistry, International Medical University)Bone Grafting in Implant DentistryDr Yuen Kar Mun (Consultant and Head of Department of Oral Surgery atHospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, Ipoh)Attendance: 153 participantsThe CPD Programme was well attended with 153 participants. We had received positive feedbackfrom the participants and dental traders as well. In conclusion, it has been a resounding success forIpoh CPD Programme 20122. CPD Programme – MDA Northern Zone-4th Dentium Implant Starting Course Providing DentalImplant Treatments, The Practical WayDate: 10th and 11th March 2012 (Saturday and Sunday)Venue: Northern MDA Secretariat, Bayan Baru, PenangLecturer/Instructor: Dr Ha Kien Oon; Dr Goon Yong PorCourse focus:Attendance:Guide: Implant Clinic Basic Setups & How To’sPatient Selection & Treatment PlanningSurgical Aspect of Implant DentistryRestorative Aspect of Implant DentistryComplication & Maintainance / Case Discussion10 participants59

Annual Report 2012/20133. CPD Programme – MDA Northern ZoneDate: 17th April 2012Venue:Northern MDA Secretariat, Bayan Baru, PenangTopic:Quick, Efficient & Safe EndodonticsSpeakers: Dr Henry TienAttendance:32 participants4. CPD Programme – Kedah Alor SetarDate: 9th June 2012Venue:Regency Alor SetarSpeaker: Dr Yuhaniz Ahmad YazizTopic 1:Periodontitis- Back to Basics!Topic 2:Periodontitis and Diabetes- A tale of two diseases5. CPD Programme – Basic Life Support CourseDate: 24th June 2012Venue:Northern MDA Secretariat, Bayan Baru, PenangSpeaker: Dr Goh Eng LeongInstructors: Madam Wong Gaik Lean, Madam Anjelai Devi, Mr Mohd Amir Bin Hashimand others from Penang CPR SocietyAttendance: 23 participants6. CPD Programme – Pahang KuantanDate: 8th July 2012Venue:Shahzan Inn, Kuantan, PahangSpeaker: Dr. Azillah Mohd AliTopic: 1Behaviour Management in Practical Way…..Topic 2Management of First Permanent Molars…..what’s new?Attendance: 27 participants7. CPD Programme – Direct Composite WorkshopDate: 14th and 15th July 2012Venue:Northern MDA Secretariat, Bayan Baru, PenangSpeaker: Dr Goon Yong PorTopic:Achieving Clinical Success In Direct Composite RestorationAttendance: 40 participants8. CPD Programme – Implant Course (Osstem)Date: 3rd,4th,5th , 24th, 25th, 26th August 2012Venue:Northern MDA Secretariat, Bayan Baru, PenangSpeaker: Dr Goon Yong Por, Prof Ngeow Wei CheongAttendance: 10 participants60

Malaysian Dental Association9. Extraoral Exploration Treasure Hunt – Penang IslandDate: 2nd September 2012Venue:Esplanade Penang to Balik Pulau.Person In Charged: Dr Ang Lai ChoonSecretary:Dr Mabel LowTreasurer:Dr Tan Sock HooiRoute and Quiz Planner: Dr Lim Chiew WooiDr Chay Siew HanDr Alexander LimDr Ooi Yow HianDr Yeap Chee WeiFacilities and Promotion: Dr Saw Woon SinnAttendance: 21 participants10. 11th Penang Scientific Dental CongressDate: 19th – 21st October 2012Venue:Equatorial Hotel, PenangPre-Congress Hands-On Programme 18th October 2012Conductor:Topic:Attendance:Conductor:Topic:Dr Christopher QuekEssentials of Porcelain Veneers- How to do it?40 (half day morning and afternoon)Assistant Professor Jeeraphat JantaratMastering Your Endodontic SuccessAttendance: 30 (full day)Main Congress Scientific ProgrammeSpeaker: Dr Christopher QuekTopic:Topic in Modern DentistrySpeaker:Topic:Speaker:Topic:Speaker:Topic:Speaker:Topic1 :Topic 2:Speaker:Topic1:Topic 2:Speaker:Topic1:Dr Thevadass K PalanyMissed Diagnosis In The Developing DentitionAssistant Professor Jeerahat JantaratAdvance In Endodontics (part I & II)Dr Edwin HengCurrent Updates On Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy-Bleeding Gums andDeep Gum PocketsDr Fa-Jen WangEsthetic Ceramic RestorationsEsthetic Composite Resin FillingMarianne OngPeriodontal Consideration for the General Dental PractitionerPeriodontal Consideration in OrthodonticsDr Shriju Joshi & Mr Ng Cher WeiOptimising Aesthetics & Functionality with Indirect Resins61

Annual Report 2012/2013Speaker:Topic1:Speaker:Topic1:Prof. Dr Sandesh M. MayekarSculpting SmilesDr Yoshitaka NijitomiHow to Make 3D Filling in Your Dental PracticeDental Nurse & DSA Symposium ProgrammeSpeaker: Dr Azillah bt Mohd AliTopic:Dental Caries-New Perpectives……….!Speaker:Topic:Speaker:Topic:Dr Lai Fong HwaDental Care: Allaying Fears in Children and TeenagersMadam Yew Su FenErgonomics For Better HealthAttendanceMain Congress 19th -21st October 2012Delegate: 394Organizing committee: 17Dental Nurse & DSA Symposium 19th October 2012Attendance: 156Oral & Poster Presentation 20th October 2012Best Oral Presentation: Dr Puvanendran BalasinghamBest Poster Presentation: Dr Mohammad Azwin bin YahiyaTrade Exhibition 19th – 21th October 2012Traders: 40 Booth:54Gala NightDate:Venue:20th October 2012, 8-10pmBukit Jambul Country Club, Penang6. MembershipThe total number of membership for Northern Zone for the year 2011/2012 Are as follows:Penang: 378Perak: 324Perlis: 31Kedah: 186Terengganu: 106Kelantan: 182Pahang: 155-------Total: 1362====62

Malaysian Dental Association7. CommentsThe past year has been an eventful and demanding one. We had organized 11 CPD programme throughoutthe term, and we have achieved new record in terms of the number of participants and traders for the 11thPenang Dental Congress, there were 550 participants and 40 dental traders and 54 booths.On top of that, in order to foster a good relation amongst MDA Northern Zone members, family members’dental suppliers and friends, this year again an exciting and memorable Extra Oral Exploration (TreasureHunt) was organized in Balik Pulau Penang.8. AcknowledgementsWe would like to thank all the traders and members who have helped us in one way or another andcontributed to the success of our projects. To the family of our departed members, our deepest condolences.We would also like to convey our condolences to our members who had lost their loved ones this year.Report prepared by:DR ANG LAI CHOONSecretaryMalaysian Dental Association Northern Zone63

Annual Report 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION EASTERN ZONEANNUAL REPORT 2012/2013Executive Committee members of MDA Eastern Zone 2012/2013 with MDAPresident, MDA President Elect, and MDA Honourary General Secretary2011/2012. Photo taken during the 2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012 cum3rd MDA Eastern AGM, Kuching, Sarawak, 11 – 12 February 2012Opening ceremony of the recently concluded 3rd Borneo Dental Congress2013, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 25 – 27 January 2013. The occasion was gracedby Y.B. Datuk Dr. Yee Moh Chai, representing The Right Honourable ChiefMinister of Sabah, Y.A.B. Datuk Seri Panglima Musa Hj Aman.The past one year has been a very fruitful year for Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone. Since its inceptionin 2010, the Zone has progressed tremendously in its number of activities. Indeed, all of these hard works wouldnot be possible without the support from all its members. The Zone has proven its capabilities to organise majordental congress of international standing. The task to organise the 2012 Commonwealth Dental Association /Malaysian Dental Association / FDI World Dental Federation Joint International Scientific Convention & TradeExhibition cum 69th MDA AGM at Kuching, Sarawak, was not easy and full of obstacles along the way. Our hatsoff to Dr John Ting Sii Ong, Organising Chairman, for a splendid leadership, Central Committee of MalaysianDental Association, and to the whole local organising committee for working extremely hard to make this eventa success.Under the dynamic and capable leadership of the Organizing Chairman Dr. John Ting and his team,we had successfully attracted more than 1500 dental personnels and dental traders to gather in Kuching for theoccasion. To a lot of our colleagues and dental traders, Kuching was one of the destinations they had liked tovisit for a long time. The Kuching River cruise for the international and local speakers and senior MDA memberswas very fascinating and memorable although there was heavy rain. The informal night at the poolside of theMagherita Hotel with local musical performances attracted the most attendances to any informal nights everheld by MDA. The whole function area was packed with food and fellowship, implanting many unforgettablememories. We would like to thank the Chief Minister Sarawak Yang Amat Berhormat Pehin Sri Haji Abdul TaibMahmud for hosting the Gala Dinner for all the participants at BCCK, Kuching, Sarawak. The Zone was alsoinvolved at an international level with our Honourary Secretary, Dr Leong Kei Joe, who was appointed as theEditor – in – charge for the Asia Pacific Dental Federation Newsletter June 2012.Apart from this major dental congress, the Zone has organised numerous Continuing Professional Developmentactivities for its members and actively providing community dental service to the public as Corporate SocialResponsibility (CSR) projects either on its own or in collaboration with other organisations including the OralHealth Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia. The Sarawak State Government has also provided one set ofequipment free for mobile dental clinics for the needy dentists in any outreach project. On this note, we wish toexpress our sincere thanks to our Deputy State Health Director (Dental) of Sabah and Sarawak for encouraging thedental officers to participate in these outreach programmes. We also wish to thank all the traders for supportingthese CSR Projects.In summary, from our 3rd Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone Annual General Meeting in February 2012until 31st December 2012, Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone had organised the following activities invarious parts of Sabah and Sarawak:64

Malaysian Dental Association1. 2nd Borneo Dental Congress 2012 and Trade Exhibition cum 3rd MDA Eastern Zone AGM, Kuching, SarawakDate: 11 – 12 February 2012PIC: Dr Zubidah Abang2. 2012 CDA/MDA/FDI World Dental Federation Joint International Scientific Convention & Trade Exhibitioncum 69th MDA AGM, Kuching, SarawakDate: 24 – 28 May 2012PIC: Dr John Ting Sii Ong3. 1 Oral Health Awareness Campaign at Sibu, SarawakDate: 17 June 2012PIC: Dr Lee Tee Han4. 7 CSR projects(i) Pulau Gaya, Sabah on the 29th April 2012.PIC: Dr Leong Kei Joe(ii) Federal Territory of Labuan, from 16th June to 17thJune 2012.PIC: Dr Leong Kei Joe(iii) Kg Lumpayan, Kg Maligin and Kg Long Pasia, Sabah, from 29th June to 1st July 2012.PIC: Dr Alex Lo Shen En(iv) Telupid, Sabah, from 9th July to 13thJuly 2012.PIC: Dr James Chhoa Jau Min(v) Skim Penempatan Stampin, Kuching on the 31st August 2012.PIC: Dr Aw Jong Kok Choy(vi)Kampung Tebakang Bidayuh, Serian, Sarawak on the 8th September.PIC: Dr Nurshalene Kipli(vii) Kg. Lokub, Kiulu, Tuaran, Sabah on the 2nd December 2012PIC: Dr Abd Rashid Hassan5. 6 Evening Lectures (3 events in Sarawak and 3 events in Sabah)(i) Tawau, Sabah on 30th March 2012Speaker: Dr Kalaiarasu PeriasamyTopic: MDA – MDC – CPDSpeaker: Dr Thevadass K PalanyTopic: Common Paediatric Oral Pathological Lesions – Case Presentation(ii) Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on the 31st March 2012Speaker: Dr Saravanan AlaguTopic: Interceptives Orthodontics for the General Dental PractitionersSpeaker: Dr Kalaiarasu PeriasamyTopic: MDA – MDC – CPDSpeaker: Dr Thevadass K PalanyTopic: Common Paediatric Oral Pathological Lesions – Case Presentation(iii) Sibu, Sarawak, on the 13th July 2012Speaker: Dr April WongTopic: Oral CystPIC: Dr James Chu Kok Weng65

Annual Report 2012/2013(iv) Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on 14th July 2012Speaker: Dr Suriani Binti SukeriTopic: Current trends in pulp therapy for paediatric patientsSpeaker: Mr Jackson PhanTopic: Financing options for General Dental PractitionersPIC: Dr Alex Lo Shen En(v) Kuching, Sarawak on the 7th October 2012Speaker: Dr Hu Chang LekTopic: Endodontics in PracticePIC: Dr Aw Jong Kok Choy(vi) Sibu, Sarawak on the 23rd October 2012.Speaker: Dr Eng Heng LingTopic: Management of Periodontally Involved TeethPIC: Dr James Chu Kok Weng6. Executive Committee Meetings.Although the Zone was kept busy with the running and organising of numerous activities, the Zone has notoverlooked its duties and responsibility in the governance of the Zone. There were 5 Executive Committeemeeting held during the period:(i) 12th February 2012(ii) 25th May 2012(iii) 19th October 2012(iv) 10th November 2012(v) 25th January 20137. MDA Council Meetings.The Zone has also attended all the Council meeting organised by Malaysian Dental Association during theperiod:(i) 11th March 2012 (MDA Council 2011/2012)(ii) 24th May 2012 (MDA Council 2011/2012)(iii) 27thMay 2012 (MDA Council 2012/2013)(iv) 15th July 2012 (MDA Council 2012/2013)(v) 9th September 2012 (MDA Council 2012/2013)(vi) 2nd December 2012 (MDA Council 2012/2013)(vii) 25th January 2013 (MDA Council 2012/2013)The Executive Committee of Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone would like to put on record ourutmost thanks and appreciation to:1. Principal Office Bearers of Malaysian Dental Association2. Advisers of Malaysian Dental Association Eastern Zone3. Executive Committee members of Malaysian Dental Association Northern Zone and MalaysianDental Association Southern Zone4. Oral Health Division, Ministry of Health, Malaysia5. Members of Malaysian Dental Association6. All Dental Practitioners7. Dental Traders66

Malaysian Dental Associationfor your ongoing support to the administration of the Zone and in the running of our various projects. A specialnote to all MDA Eastern Zone Executive Members for their hard work...Working Hard is not easy ... but ... Perseverance is even harder!Report prepared by:Dr Hu Chang LekChairman HonouraryMDA Eastern ZoneDr Leong Kei JoeSecretaryMDA Eastern Zone67

Annual Report 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERNZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2012/2013MALAYSIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN ZONE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2012The Malaysian Dental Association Southern Zone Annual General Meeting was successfully held on12/02/2012(Sunday) 11.30am at Auditorium ,Hospital Sultan Ismail, Jalan Persiaran Mutiara Emas Utama, TamanMount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru.The following members were elected to serve the Southern Zone committee for the term 2012:Chairman : Dr. Angie Wong Chin MeeHon. Secretary : Dr. Leong Chee SanHon. Treasurer : Dr. Jolene LaiCommittee members : Dr. Muz’ini Bte MohammadDr. Wong Kian SeongDr. Elizabeth WongDr. Tan Yuan YangDr. Matthew Hong An LiangHon. Auditor:Dato’ Dr. Tan Nam HoCOMMITTEE MEETINGSDr. Hong Yong Huat, Dr. Chia Ah Chik, Dr. Steven Phun, Dr. Rani Panadam, Dr. Tiong Siew Giok, Dr. Siaw Yean Na,Dr. Lee Pei Nee, Dr. Sharon Hor Wan Shyen, Dr. Jim Teoh Chin Aik, Dr. Chris Shim Chung Nam were co-opted andinvited to join the committee’s meetings.The committee members met regularly to discuss and plan various activity of year. The dates of meeting were19/01/2012, 09/02/12, 22/3/2012, 07/06/2012, 29/7/2012, 11/10/2012, 01/11/2012, 22/11/2012, 29/11/2012,13/12/2012 and 11/01/2013.Sitting from left to right1. Dr Elizabeth Wong (Committee Member)2. Dr Jolene Lai (Treasurer)3. Dr Leong Chee San (Secretary)4. Dr Shim Chung Nam (Chris) (Committee Member)5. Dr Angie Wong (Chair Person)6. Dr Chia Ah Chik (Committee Member)Standing from left to right1. Dr Wong Kian Seong (Committee Member)2. Dr Lee Pei Nee (Committee Member)3. Dr Hor Wan Shyen (Sharon) (Committee Member)4. Dr Siaw Yean Na (Committee Member)5. Dr Teoh Chin Aik (Jim) (Committee Member)6. Dr Matthew Hong (Committee Member)7. Dr Hong Yong Huat (Committee Member)8. Dr Steven Phun (Committee Member)9. Dr Rani Panadam (Committee Member)68

Malaysian Dental AssociationCONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)MDASZ 2012 AGM and Scientific MeetingDate : 12/2/2012 -13/2/2012 (Sunday & Monday)Venue : Auditorium ,Hospital Sultan Ismail, Jalan Persiaran Mutiara Emas Utama, TamanMount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru.Organizing Chairman : Dr. Muz’ini Bte MohammadThe Meeting was held in conjunction with Malaysian Dental Association Southern Zone Annual General Meeting2012. Seminars for Dental Nurses and Assistants was held at 12/2/2012.Invited speakers12/02/2012Dr Loh Kim Hong, Dental Public Health Specialist,Johor BahruDr Lim Soo Min, Hematologist, Hospital SultanahAminahDr Chan Yoong Kian. Periodontist, Johor BahruTopics for DoctorsOral Health of Children in Malaysia – Problems andPreventive StrategiesManagement of patient with bleeding disorderUpdate in antibiotic prophylaxis13/02/2012Dr Hans Prakash. Oral Medicine Specialist and OralPathologist, Hospital Sultan Ismail, Johor BahruDr Sheila RaniInvited speakers (12/02/2012)Dr Lee Bee Chin, Dental Surgeon, Segamat DentalClinicDr Jamilah Omar, Paediatric Dental Specialist, HospitalSultan IsmailManaging children’s behaviourDr Nurul Ashikin Yahya, Universiti KebangsaanMalaysia1.)Oral Medicine & Oral Pathology: An overview ofthe services provided with an emphasis on referralguidelinePotentially Malignant Lesions in the Oral Cavity:2.) The Roles & Responsibility of the General DentalPractionerCPD and myCPD onlineTopics for Dental Nurses and AssistantsInfection ControlManaging children’s behaviourHandling emergencies in dental practicePit and fissure sealants - an overviewThe meeting has concurrent trade exhibition, poster presentation and case studies presentation.DATE : 19/04/2012 (Thursday)VENUE : Grand Paragon Hotel, Johor BahruTIME : 6.30PM-10PM(1) Dialogue with the MDA President and President Elect on current issues in dentistryThe MDA President Dr. Mohd. Muzafar Hamirudin and the President Elect Dr. Haja Badrudeen briefed themembers on the current affairs of the associations. The members were told that there were slow progressof the representation of MDA in various government agencies because many meetings were called off,some time at short notice. The president reassured the members that the 1Care Scheme is still at the initialplanning and nothing materialized and the MDA shall safeguard the welfare of its members.69

Annual Report 2012/2013Dr. Matthew Hong asked if a specialist dental clinic can be taken over by general practitioner. The presidentwas at the opinion that the specialist clinic can still carry on as long as the specialist is still working in theclinic, otherwise the “specialist” wording should be removed from the signboard.Dr. Leong commented on the issue of the illegal dentist has been practicing tens of year in Johor Bahru,if they were caught they are penalized for a few thousand ringgit. Moreover, there are a few dentallaboratories start migrating to the lower floor of busy business buildings, with a prominent shop front. Afew of his neighbor have complaining that the laboratories involved in providing services such as dressingand filling, dentures etc. on the patients. Dr. Ratna reported that she had won the case in a court battlewith an illegal dentist. The illegal dentist has been busted by the authority but he is still practicing becausesome of the crown and bridge cases were wrongly sent to her. Dr. Haja advised that the Southern Zonecommittee can act as a platform to submit the complaint to the MDA headquarter so the identity of thecomplaining member can be protected(2) Talk by Dr. Chow Kai Foo “Controversies and advantages of smaller diameter implants”Dr. Chow shared his experience with the audience in the treatment panning and surgery of mini-implants.He concluded that small diameter implant is a viable option to selected group of patients that usingconventional implant is not feasible because of financial, psychology or health limitations.“ Oral Implantology Made Simple ”Date: 9-10/06/2012 (Saturday & Sunday)Venue: Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Melaka Manipal Medical College (MMMC)Sponsors: Bicon, Advance Dental Lab(Singapore), Faculty of Dentistry, MMMCTopicsIntroduction to ImplantologyProtocol in treating a patient withBicon Dental implant systemTreatment planning for the patient selectedLive demo of Implant Placement and restorationSurgical aspects in implantologyProsthetic solutions in implant treatment(with reference to the system being introduced)Managing implant complicationsInvited speakersDr Dhanasekar Balakrishnan,Dr Matthias QuakeDr Angie WongDr. Y. Naresh ShettyDr. Darren LeeDr Sunil Kumar Nattem & Dr Sowmya Nettam“Bicon’s Unique Restorations” For Dental TechniciansDate: 10/06/2012 (Sunday)Speaker: Mr. Peter Tan, Dental Ceramist and Director, Advance Dental Lab (Singapore)Topics:Bicon Dental Implants (Part 1 & II)Integrated Abutment Crown (IAC)Integrated Abutment Crown FabricationPorcelain Fused to Metal Fabrication (Extra-Oral Cementation)70

Malaysian Dental Association4th. MELAKA DENTAL SYMPOSIUM AND TRADE EXHIBITIONChairman: Dr.Hari Thailan DasCo-chairman: Dr Wong Kian SeongDate:5-7/10/2012Venue: Hatten Hotel Melaka, Hatten Square,Jalan Merdeka, Bandar Hilir,75000 MelakaThis event was the joint collaboration with Melaka Manipal Medical College. This was a2 day programme startedwith workshops on Saturday morning and then lectures for the remaining one and a half day.TopicsWorkshop:The Where, When and How of All Ceramics•Tooth Preparation•Tissue Management•Impression Making•ProvisionalisationWorkshop: Post Endodontic Restorations: Core AndPostPrecancer“Acute Periodontal Lesions”:How Will YouDiagnose And Manage These Lesions In Yourprivate Practice?Endodontic Concepts - Yester years to Today.Recent Advances in EndodonticsProsthodontics Management in Elderly PatientsOral Pathology for Dental ClinicsSleep ApneaMinor Oral Surgery Updates - For The DentalPractitioner.Dental Caries And Its Consequences. How To ManageAppropriately.Anterior Composites Which Includes Class IV ,Diastema Closure, Class VInvited speakersProf.Dr.Rohit ShettyDr.Vivek HegdeProf. Dr. Alka KaleProf. Dr. Dasan SwaminathanProf. Dr. Vivek HegdeDr. Mohd. Muzafar HamirudinProf. Dr.Raghu Radhakrishnan Phd.Dr.Nurulezah HasbullahCol. Dr.Alexander DassDr.Ganasalingam SockalingamProf. Dr. Deepak MehtaMASTERING YOUR RISK WORKSHOPDate: 09/09/2012 (Sunday)Time: 1.30pm-5.30pmVenue: M Suites Hotel, 16, Jalan Skudai, Straits View, 80200 Johor Bahru.Invited Speaker: Dr. Shashitharan Sadacharan, Patients Complaints Bureau Committee ChairmanNumber of Participants: 16The workshop was driven and sponsored by Dental Protection Limited (DPL) aimed to improving communicationskills to reduce the risk of litigation by improving communication skills and better managing patient expectations.The workshop was limited to DPL members, Participants are required to register online at http://www.dentalprotection.org.71

Annual Report 2012/20135th. MDASZ- SDA Joint Scientific Convention & Trade ExhibitionThe MDASZ- SDA Joint Scientific Convention & Trade Exhibition was held from 10th to 11th November 2012(Saturday and Sunday) at KSL Resorts, Johor Bahru. The convention was warmed up by one day Sinus Grafting &half day Endodontics workshops on 9th. November Friday.Pre-congress workshops -9th November 2012Workshops Speakers/Instructors Time ParticipantsSinus Grafting Hands-on Dr. Cho Yong–Seok 9am-5.30pm 16WorkshopRoot Canal Preparationwith One File Endo-RECIPROC® SystemDay 1-10th November 2012Assistant ProfDr. SaisawartThongsuphanSession 1: 8.30am – 10.30amSession 2: 11.00am – 1.00pm 23TopicsAccess to Endodontic Success Part I & IIDevelopmental Disorders and Implication on DentalCareNovel Clinical Applications of Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief in the Management of Dentine HypersensitivityBracing for Success!Update on Dental Bill 2013 - A two way dialogueInvited speakersAssistant Prof. Dr Saisawart ThonguphanDr. Tong Huei JinnAssoc. Prof. Dr. Seow Liang LinDr. Yong Than FuiDr. Elise MonerasingheThere was half day seminar on the morning of 10/11/2012, catered to dental nurses and assistants:TopicsThe dental environment & pre-appointmentpreparation : It’s role in paediatric dentistryDenture care: the importance of maintaining adenture care regimeCommunication Skills in Delivering Health MessagesToothbrushes – New Innovations for Improved PatientComplianceInvited speakersDr. Tong Huei JinnDr. Mohammad MuzafarDr.Thaddius Herman MalingAssoc. Prof.Dr.Seow Liang LinThe opening ceremony was held from 12.00-12.30pm. The SDA President, SDA President. Dr. Kuan Chee Keongand the MDASZ Chairperson Dr. Angie Wong were invited to speaks. The “Friends of MDASZ Award” was presentedto Dr. Philip Goh for his contribution of generating a closer tie across the borders. President Elect of MDA Dr. NeohGim Bok read the speech of the MDA President Dr. Haja Badrudreen and declared the convention open.From 5.30-7.30pm, Dr. Elise Monerasinghe brief the audience on the new Dental Bill which is to be tabled in theparliament next year. She highlighted the changes and the rationale of the amendments. The 47.2 received heavyfocus on the privileging and definition of the “specialist procedures”. The MDA Northern, Southern and EasternZones has put up the following resolution:1) Clause 47.2 should be removed completely. This clause restricts the freedom of practice of the generaldental practitioners(GPs). We believe that GPs can perform any dental procedures they feel confident inas long as they understand that they are legally responsible for the treatment rendered. This is in line withadvanced countries like the United States and the UK and Australia where they do not have this clause.72

Malaysian Dental AssociationThe boundary of GPs and Specialists field of practice cannot be demarcated clearly. The mechanism ofprivileging is not clear. The wording of the clause is ambiguous and subject to subjective interpretationof various parties which may divert from the original intention of the law makers. The restriction willdemoralize and discourage the GPs to advance in their knowledge and skills.2) Annual Practicing Certificate - to have only 1 principal address , and able to practice anywhere in Malaysia.Government dental officers have one address, which is the Ministry of Health and they can practice dentistryanywhere in the country to which they may be posted.3) Severe penalties: We feel that the dental practitioners are criminalized under the act and the penalty is tooheavy compare to other professionals. The medical act imposes a maximum fine of RM100,000 while thedental act metes out fines up to RM300,000 and 6 years imprisonment. Dentistry is not as risky as medicineand therefore any penalties imposed should not be more than that meted out in the medical act.Day 2-11th November 2012Topics1)Basic Guidelines to Medical Emergencies in DentalPractices2)Complications of Minor Oral Surgeries : Bleedingand Wound HealingTooth Hypersensitivity – Current management?The use of CAD/CAM Technology in Dental Aesthetics.Are we there yet?Bone AugmentationInvited speakersProf. Dr. Ong Siew TinDr. Chung Kong MunDr. Bruce LeeDr. Winston TanThe breakdown of the participants as followed:Subtotal TotalDentists Malaysia-Private 121 213Malaysia-MOH Sponsored 30Singapore 62Nurse Malaysia-Private 19 49Malaysia-MOH Sponsored 26Singapore 4The was concurrent dental exhibition showcasing various promotions from the traders and sponsors. The incomefrom the trade floor has dropped compared to last year, perhaps due to the heavy competition from other dentalevents.MDASZ Committee Feedback on the Dental Bill 2013 (Version 26-11-2012)The MASZ Committee sought feedback of the members through Short messaging Services and emailscommunication. The Committee has met aon06/12/2012 and the following feedback was forwarded to the MDACouncil for consideration and action:“The Malaysian Dental Council Fund• Clause 11.(1)The administration of the Fund must be transparent. The fund should be audited by external auditor and bemade known to the the public.There might be conflict of interests if the MDC acts as a prosecutor/judge and the fines/penalties arechanneled into the fund.73

Annual Report 2012/2013This clause is too simplified and more sub-clause/s on administrative and regulatory framework are needed.• Power of an authorized officer to enter and inspect83. (1) An authorized officer may enter and inspect the premises in which a registered practitioner ispracticing dentistry in which there is reasonable grounds to believe that a person is committing an offenceunder this Act…84.(1) If it appears to a Magistrate, upon written information on oath and after such enquiry as he considersnecessary, that there is reasonable cause to believe that any premises has been used or is used or is aboutto be used for the commission of an offence under this Act, the Magistrate may issue a warrant authorizingany authorized officer named therein to enter the premises during business hours….Compare 83.1 & 84.1, the “authorized officer” may conveniently enter into a “premises in which a registeredpractitioner” and those not necessary registered. There is an issue of discrimination (a registered practitioneris more inferior and unprotected compare to those which might not be registered) and are open to therisk of abuse of power.We request that the exercise of the power of 83. (1) should be monitored and we suggest thati) The authorized officer should inform the Director General present the evidence and of the suspectedpremise (The Director General should be duly informed of the proposed raid on a dental premiseand that there are sufficient evidences/ proofs of such an offence/s being committed under the ACT, before the DG issues and authorizing letter to an officer for the said raid of the premise.)ii)After satisfied with the evidence, the Director General then authorize the raid on the premise• 99.9 Notice to registered person to serve as a dental officer in the public servicesThe decision of the Minister …. shall be final and shall not be questioned or reviewed in any court.Power of Minister to grant reduction, exemption or postponement from period of service under section100 101.(4)The decision of the Minister …. be final and shall not be questioned or reviewed in any court.We hope that the Dental Bill respect the independence and balancing amongst the Administrator, lawmaker and the Justice System, and hence provide the check and balance required for the progress of ademocratic country, hence the clause which give the absolute power the to Minister to be removed.• SEVENTH SCHEDULE: PROCEDURES THAT MAY BE CARRIED OUT BY A DENTAL THERAPIST IN THE PRIVATESECTOR1. A Dental Therapist employed in the private sector may carry out the following procedures:(a) Clinical procedures on deciduous teeth except 2(g) ( request to delete “ persons below theage of 18 years”)(b) Clinical procedures on special needs children below the age of 12 years;(c) Dental health promotion, education and instruction; and(d) Intra-oral photography on instruction of the dental surgeon.2. Clinical procedures that may be carried out by a dental therapist in the private sector referred to insubsection (1)(a) and (1)(b) shall be limited to the following:(a) Oral examinations;(b) Class I, II, III and V restorations on DECIDOUS TEETH, using direct restorative materials; (Nofilling/drilling of permanent teeth)(c) Administration of local infiltration anaesthesia;(d) Extraction of primary teeth;(e) (i) Placement of fissure sealants on deciduous teeth(II) Placement of fissure sealants on permanent teeth where the fissure has no decay and/or the stain cleanable with polishing and not drilling.74

Malaysian Dental Association(f)(g)Application of topical fluoride gels and pastes; andSupra-gingival scaling and polishing on adult and childrenOur rationale:• We expect an overflow of young dentists in the work force in few years to come. These young dentistswould have their income derive from simple procedures such as scaling and filling. Added to the work forceis the dental therapist which will take part of the job/income from the younger dentists. Nevertheless, wedo see the rationale to include the dental therapist under the Dental Bill for easier regulation, rather thanput them in a different Act which the MDC may not have control on.• However, we are at the opinion that the dental therapist should only do simple and relatively “safe” ,“uninvasive” or “reversible” procedures , which filling on adult teeth MAY not fall in the category of relatively“uninvasive” or “reversible”. We suggest no fillings on the permanent teeth regardless of the age of thepatients. This clears the doubts of having to screen the patient for month and year of birth date and thereis no excuse of treating a permanent molar and try to defense by giving excuses of mis-interpretation ofpatient’s age. This limit and reduced the liability/risk to the deciduous teeth which is LATER dispensable(except rare case of deciduous without successor teeth) and reduce the exposure of medico-legal claims.• The age of 12 & 18 is a convenient copy (if not arbitrary) from the government version which is differentfrom and has little to do with the private practice scenario. The ages limits set are related to primary andsecondary school children ages’, not to the disease pattern nor treatment needs.• The dental therapist in government treating school children has a homogenous patient pool based onthe school classes and can be easily controlled, whereas the patients that walk into a private practice aregenerally a diversified, demographically and hence more difficult to control/monitor and may be subjectedto abuse.We suggested the dental therapist should work under the prescription of the dentists. Their works shouldbe supervised (on site) or audited (off-site) by the supervising dentist. It is strongly encouraged that theDental Practitioner be the first to examine the new patient before the patient is seen and treated by thedental therapist.The dental therapist might have the training to performed simple examination and diagnosis, However, forthe patient safety we suggest the patient should be screened by the dentist before the dental therapistcommence the treatment. (There was a real case where a hygienist in Singapore failed to take note norgave pre-medication to a patient with heart valve problem, and was only found later by the dentist whomcheck through the hygienist works)The dental therapist should not portrait themselves as the qualified dentists nor can they do procedures otherthan prescribed, especially if the supervising dentist is not around.We request heavy penalty for the dental therapist if they perform procedures beyond the scope of the Bill. Thesame applies to the dentists that allow/instruct the therapist to cross the red line.We expect the boundary of job scope of the dental therapist is clear cut. It is difficult to monitor a legal personin the clinic doing illegal work(out of the scope of the provision of the Bill) and the safety and well being of thepatient may be jeopardized.Singapore has stopped to produce the their version of Dental Therapist after a few years of implementation. Weshould learn from our neighbor to avoid repeating the same mistakes.”ACKNOWLEDGMENTThe MDASZ would like to thank the main sponsors Colgate-Palmolive Marketing Sdn.Bhd , co-sponsorGlaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare Sdn. Bhd (GSK), Johnson & Johnson Sdn. Bhd., Bicon Singapore Pte Ltd, ,Oceanwealth Horizon Sdn Bhd and dental traders listed below for their support in our CPD talks and conferences.75

Annual Report 2012/2013Bintang Saudara Semesta Jaya (M) Sdn BhdDental AsiaIndra Sari TradingKeng Yew Dental Suppliers Sdn. BhdEnhance Dental Group Sdn. BhdEverest Dental SupplyMalaysian Dental Corporation Sdn. BhdN.K LuckNTC Dental Suppliers Sdn. Bhd.One Dental Supply Sdn. Bhd.Osstem Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.Q & M Dental Group (Malaysia) Sdn. BhdQ Med Imaging Sdn, Bhd,Southern Lion Sdn. Bhd.Titleray Dental ImplantsUnited Overseas Bank (M) BhdUSE Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.Vatech Global Asia HQBy order of MDASZ Committee 2012,Dr. Leong Chee SanHon. Secretary76

Malaysian Dental AssociationGOVERNMENT LIAISON OFFICER’S REPORTAs the liaison personnel between MDA and the public sector regarding oral health activitiesthat impact thedental profession in Malaysia, the following were highlighted to the MDA Council :1. Minister, Deputy Minister and Senior Officials of the Ministry of HealthThe new Minister of Health is YB Datuk Seri Dr. S. Subramaniam while the new Deputy Minister is YB Dato’Seri Dr. Hilmi bin Hj. Yahaya. The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Health is Datuk Farida binti Mohd. Aliwhile the Director-General of Health (DG) is DatukDr. Noor Hisham bin Abdullah.2. Repeal of the Dental Act 1971The Dental Bill is the first impending Act in Malaysia to undergo public engagement. This was successfullyundertaken and much feedback was received, following which amendments were made to the draft Bill.The Bill is now being finalised at the Attorney-General’s Chambers before being tabled to Parliament.Amongst the issues addressed include the inclusion of dental nurses (therapists) under the new Dental Act.Since dental therapists are operating auxiliaries, it is appropriate their practice is regulated under the sameAct.3. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Points for Annual Practising Certificate (APC) RenewalA proposal has been made for MDA to be verifier of CPD activities for members of the association.4. Dental Specialist RegistrationWith the repeal of the Dental Act, and the establishment of a Specialist Division, in principal the list of dentalspecialists who are currently registered with the National Specialist Register (a collaboration between theMinistry of Health and the Academy of Medicine of Malaysia), will be transferred to the Malaysian DentalCouncil (MDC). The mechanism for this is being worked out.5. Autonomous LiberalizationUnder autonomous liberalization, specialist dental services may be provided by foreign dental practitionersat hospitals. The credentials of intending practitioners are currently submitted to the National SpecialistRegister for recognition as specialists, pending the establishment of the Specialist Division under the newDental Act. When requirements meet the set criteria, these specialist practitioners are given TemporaryPractising Certificates, renewable yearly.Meanwhile, a letter from MDA to the Hon. Minister of Health objecting to foreign dental specialists settingup standalone clinics has been noted by BahagianDasardanPerhubunganAntarabangsa of the Ministry.6. Conjoint Board for Dental EducationA Conjoint Board for Post-graduate Dental Education has been established by the Ministry of (Higher)Education. The role of this Board is to set criteria and look into aspects of postgraduate dental courses inthe country.7. Moratorium on New Dental Undergraduate ProgrammesThe Ministry of (Higher) Education has agreed to a moratorium of 5 years on new local dental undergraduateprogrammes beginning from 1st March 2013. Currently, there are 13 institutions of higher learning offeringthe dental curriculum, while 2 more about to start.77

Annual Report 2012/20138. Accreditation of Dental FacilitiesDiscussions are on-going with the Malaysian Society for Quality in Healthcare (MSQH) for accreditationof dental facilities, particularly following a report by Price Waterhouse Coopers on Dental Tourism where itwas stated that there is still no mechanism for accreditation of dental facilities in existence. Accreditationof dental facilities is considered necessary for participation in healthcare travel.9. Support for the 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress (APDC)The Oral Health Division of the Ministry of Health supported the 35th APDC by sponsoring more than 1,000participants to the Congress while ministerial funds were used to assist in funding the Opening Ceremonyin order to help make the event a resounding success. In addition, assistance was also provided for theprinting of souvenir programme books. At the Congress, the Ministry of Health conducted a Dental PublicHealth Symposium, contributing speakers who touched on policies as well as plans and achievementsof the Ministry for oral health in the country. A booth providing information on oral health promotionefforts by the Oral Health Division, and another on the Dental Practitioner Information ManagementSystem (DPIMS) and other information relating to the regulation and practice of dentistry by the MalaysianDental Council, were manned by staff of the Ministry of Health. Information sheets on DPIMS, the NationalOral Health Survey of Adults 2010 (NOHSA 2010) and a booklet, “Milestones in Dentistry” were distributedduring the Congress. The Director-General of Health, Deputy Director-General of Health (Research andTechnical Support) and the Principal Director of Oral Health were the Guests of Honour at functions heldduring the Congress.10. New Dental Specialties for the Ministry of HealthSpecial Needs Dentistry is a new specialty in the Ministry of Health while recognition for the specialty ofForensic Odontology has been given on a personal-to-holder basis in the Ministry.11. Gazettement of Dental Public Health SpecialistsThe process for gazettement of dental public health specialists in the Ministry of Health is being continued.12. National Blue Ocean Strategy (NBOS)The Ministry of Health has been involved in many efforts towards the implementation of NBOS. The NBOS 7has been implemented with the theme “1Malaysia Family Care”. Target groups for implementation includethe elderly (involving Ministry of Defence veterans, too), persons with special needs and single mothers.The oral health programme of the Ministry needs to ensure that these groups are targeted in activitiesundertaken. Collaboration with other agencies is very much encouraged.Meanwhile NBOS 8 involves the provision of mobile services to the community. The dental services in theMinistry have been utilising this mode of delivery since its early days. More initiatives towards this togetherwith the inclusion of innovative efforts are being undertaken.13. Rural Transformation Centres (RTCs) and Urban Transformation Centres (UTCs)Several RTCs (in Gopeng, Perak; Kota Bharu, Kelantan; Kuala Kedah, Kedah; PekanNenas, Johor;TanjungManis, Sarawak; and Kuala Linggi, Melaka) and UTCs (BangunanDuniaMelayuDunia Islam, Melaka;and PuduSentral, Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur) have been set up with dental clinic as a component withoperating hours from 8.00am to 10.00 pm daily. The delivery of oral healthcare at these facilities are mainlyfor the relief of pain, and management of conditions requiring immediate treatment. More of such centresare being established.14. Amendments to the Regulations of the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998A forum was held with the profession on the amendments to the above Act (Act 586) in September2012, where private dental practitioners have agreed that Professional Fees remain as in the current 13thSchedule. However, the quantum of charges shall be changed.78

Malaysian Dental Association15. Transformation of the Malaysian Healthcare SystemPlans to develop an integrated healthcare system that is responsive and provides choice of quality healthcare, improving universal coverage for the population based on the principles of solidarity and equity, withstrong public financing and good financial protection are being discussed with the ultimate goal of healthgain for Malaysians.The current healthcare system is a dichotomous public and private system (2Care). Many resources existoutside of the public sector which can be turned into a seamless system (1Care) for the benefit of thepopulation. Integration of care from primary, secondary to tertiary levels can be made available to all.Quality of care across all healthcare facilities and providersneeds to be assured, while at the final stages, acost-effective mechanism for the provision of healthcare will have to be worked out. The engagement ofstakeholders will be done throughout.16. Patient Safety GoalsThe National Patient Safety Council has approved 13 Patient Safety Goals which are to be monitored atpublic and private clinics and hospitals.17. The First Year Dental Officer ProgrammePrevious plans to extend the First Year Dental Officer (FYDO) Programme of the Ministry of Health to a2-year programme have been reverted back to the 1-year programme due to the exigencies of service.Meanwhile, compulsory service with the Ministry remains at 2 years.18. Fake BracesThe availability of fake braces sold through the black market, kiosks at marketplaces and through onlinewebsites was highlighted to the Oral Health Division. A press statement cautioning the public about thesafety of these fake braces was issued by the Hon. Minister of Health.19. Oral Health Human Capital NeedsRealising the numbers and mix of human capital for oral health has to be determined for the future, aseminar for this purpose is being arranged by the Oral Health Division, Ministry of Health.Report byDatin Dr. Nooral Zeila Junid79

Annual Report 2012/2013SECTION CONCERNING DENTAL OFFICERS ANDSPECIALISTS (A Section of the Malaysian DentalAssociation) (SCODOS) ANNUAL REPORT 2012/20131. SECRETARY REPORT 2012/2013Resolution during the 10th SCODOS AGM held on 10 June 2011 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KualaLumpur was that the elected committee members shall hold office for 2 consecutive years for the term of2011/2013.1. Chairman : Dr. Muz’ini binti Mohammad2. Chairman-elect : Dr. Abrizah binti Ahmad3. Secretary : Dr. Dayang Meriam binti Abang Abdul Rahman4. Assistant Secretary : Dr. Chan Yoong Kian5. Treasurer : Dr Rohayati binti Mohd Nor was elected Treasurer replacing Dr. Muhamad binMahadi during SCODOS meeting in Kuching, Sarawak on 24 May 2012SCODOS, has played its role as a body in MDA to maintain the interest and to promote the welfare ofdental practitioners in the public sector which includes dental professionals from Ministry of Health (MOH),Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). Representatives from MOD andMOHE are co-opted as committee members with effect from 3 August 2012 namely Brigadier General Dato’Dr Roshidah Ishak from Ministry of Defence and Professor Dr Mohamed Ibrahim Abu Hassan, Dean,Facultyof Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam from Ministry of Higher Education.1.1 MEETINGSTwo SCODOS committee meetings were held from the last annual general meeting to date. The firstmeeting was held at JPA Cyberjaya on 18 July 2012 in conjunction with the National Joint Council OfWorkers and Professional Management Group (MBK P & P - Majlis Bersama Kebangsaan bagi Pekerja-Pekerja Pengurusan & Profesional) annual general meeting. The second meeting was held on 13January 2013 in conjunction with the 20th MDA/FDI Scientific Convention at the Sunway PyramidConvention Centre1.2 ACTIVITIESThe list of activities carried out by the committee over the past year was as follows:1. Representation at MDA Council meetings2. Addressing issues brought by members3. Meeting with Principal Director, Oral Health Division, MOH, Malaysia4. Continuous participation with National Joint Council Of Workers and Professional ManagementGroup (MBK P & P - Majlis Bersama Kebangsaan bagi Pekerja-Pekerja Pengurusan & Profesional)5. Proposal papers to MBK P & P1.3 SCODOS MEETS PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR, ORAL HEALTH DIVISION, MOH, MALAYSIAA meeting with the Principal Oral Health Director, MOH and her senior officers was held on 3 August2012 at Oral Health Division, Putrajaya. Issues raised by members were discussed. The feedback onthese issues are as follows :• Career Pathway For Senior Dental Officers And SpecialistsThe current new laluan kerjaya scheme offers U54 posts to dental officers after 12 years of service.MOH has submitted papers for promotion exercises among senior dental specialists and seniordental officers who perform administrative duties80

Malaysian Dental Association• Specialist allowance for dental public health post graduates.MOH shall put up proposal papers regarding this matter together with MOD and MOHE1.4 SCODOS MEETS SECRETARY-GENERAL MINISTRY OF HEALTHDate: 23 July 2012Issue 1: Review of dental specialist allowance based on years after gazettement. This issue wasraised during the meeting but the proposal was declined. The proposed increment of U54dental specialist allowance according to years of gazettement has implication on dentalspecialists at grades higher than U54.From another point of view, MOH shall review the dental specialist allowance together withthe medical counterparts.Issue 2: Proposal for more Gred Khas C posts and JUSA C posts for dental specialists and dentalofficers who have served more than 25 yearsMOH responded that the ministry shall do its best to create posts based on departmentalneeds and within the ministry’s financial constraint. Each year the ministry applies for moreposts through the Annual Anggaran Belanjawan Mengurus Tahunan (ABM).2. MBK (P&P) (NATIONAL JOINT COUNCIL OF WORKERS & PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT GROUP)REPORTFive SCODOS representatives attended the MBK (P&P) Annual General Meeting conducted on 18 July 2012.Dr Abrizah binti Ahmad was elected Vice President for the term 2012-2013.Participation in MBK (P&P) activities as a committee member is as below:2.1 Attended 2nd MBK (P&P) Meeting 2012 on 19-21/9/2012 at Holiday Villa Alor Star Issuesdiscussed were:i. Cadangan Peningkatan Elaun Pakar Dalam Perkhidmatan Awamii. Cadangan Elaun Pegawai Perubatan Senior Dalam Perkhidmatan Awamiii. Cadangan Ubahsuai Elaun Sara Hidup Pakar Perubatan Waktu Cuti Belajar Luar Negaraiv. Cadangan Peningkatan Taraf Jawatan Gred DG44 ke DG48 Bagi Jawatan Penolong KananPetangv. Cadangan Untuk Anugerah Biasiswa Penuh Dalam Ijazah Pertama Perubatan Kepada SeorangAnak Pegawai / Pakar Perubatanvi. Cadangan Untuk Mewujudkan Sabbatical Leave Bagi Pakar Perubatan Yang Telah BerkhidmatLebih Dari 5 tahun2.2 Attended Ethics and Stress Management Course at Equatorial Hotel Melaka on 18-19 November2012Issues discussed during this course were:i. New Perspective of MBKii. Etika Hubungan Majikan Pekerjaiii. Etka Dalam Kesatuan Sekerjaiv. Pengurusan StresAdvantage of attending this course is that SCODOS is made aware of the new perspective of MBK(P&P), understanding ethics in workers unions and employer – employee relations.81

Annual Report 2012/20132.3 SCODOS also submitted a proposal paper on academic allowance by MOHE. This proposaladdressed the present allocation for medical lecturers which should be extended to dentallecturers as well. MOHE had put this paper to Public Services Department for more than a yearthen. SCODOS put up this paper as well to MBK P & P in November 2012 for action.2.4 Talk on PERHUBUNGAN MAJIKAN-PEKERJA SEKTOR AWAMA talk by Puan Nazatul Ruhaiza from Public Services Department on forum for discussionof issues between employer and employees was conducted on 13 January 2013 with anattendance of about 59 SCODOS members.SCODOS members are now clear on the flow of events and how to write proposal papers beforepapers are considered by the Public Services Department.3. TREASURER’S REPORTMDA-SCODOS STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT ENDING 31st DISEMBER 2012Date Income RM Expenditure RM31.03.2012 Balance From Last Statement 554.50 - -05.04.2012 Budget approved by MDA Council 2,000.00 - -30.06.2012 Total Income 2,554.50 Total Expenditure 0.0029.11.2012 - - National Joint CouncilRegistrationRM500.00Credit : RM2,554.50Debit : RM500.00Balance in Bank : RM2,054.50MDA-SCODOS STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT ENDING 31st MARCH 2013Date Income RM Expenditure RM01.01.2013 Balance From Last Statement RM2,054.50 - -13.01.2013 Talk by Puan NazatulRuhaiza from PublicServices Department 250.00Credit : RM2,054.50Debit : M250.00Balance in Bank : RM1804.50Prepared by: Dr. Rohayati Bt Mohd NoorHonorary TreasurerApproved by: Dr. Muz’ini Bt MohammadChairman82

Annual Report 2012/2013criteria. This property is situated in Bangsar and the project s called KL Gateway. We could only purchase half afloor of about 5000 sq ft based on the amount of money that we have at the moment.While waiting for approvalfrom MOFThe Board has provisionally to recommend purchasing the property subject to :1. Approval from MOF for Tax Exemption2. Approval from members through EOGMWe have submitted an official letter to the MOF in March 2013 and now waiting from approval from the MOF.Once we have obtained the approval, we would then seek approval from the membersReported byDato’ Dr How Kim ChuanChairmanWisma MDA Board of Trustee84

Malaysian Dental Association20TH FDI/MDA SCIENTIFICCONVENTION AND TRADE EXHIBITION20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exhibition was held in Sunway Convention Centre from 12th to13th January 2013. Together with the convention, two pre congress workshop were held on 11th of January 2013.The poster presentation was also held during the convention. All booths at the trade exhibition were occupiedwith more than a thousand visitors a day. This year theme” En route to Clinical Eminence” was well received. Wehave more than 500 paid delegates and 15 speakers coming from Brazil, Dubai, South Korea, Taiwan, Singaporeand locally. In line with the theme, the topics covered were clinically relevant.Organising Committee:Organising ChairmanCo Organising ChairmanAdvisor & Hotel & Convention Facilities ChairmanAdvisor & National Association Welfare ChairmanOrganising SecretaryTreasurerRegistration ChairmanScientific ChairmanOral Presentation/Assistant Scientific ChairmanHands On ChairmanTrade Exhibition/Sponsorship ChairmanAssist Trade/Sponsorship ChairmanOpening Ceremony ChairmanLogistic & IT Management ChairmanSpeakers Welfare Chairman: Dr. Neoh Gim Bok: Dr. Chow Kai Foo: Dr Haja Badrudeen bin Sirajudeen: Dr. MuzafarHamirudin.: Dr. Neoh Ein Yau: Dr. Ng WoanTyng: Dr. Darren Yap.: Dr Haizal Mohd Hussaini: Dr. Shalini Kanasingam.: Dr. Kalaiarasu M. Peariasamy: Dr. Teh Tat Beng: Puan Razana Abdul Karim, Puan Erni Rahayu Ismail: Dr Shariffah Shuriana Abd Shukor: Dr Koh Chou Huat: Dr Nigel Pong Loong Sean85

Annual Report 2012/2013Public Relation/Promotion Chairperson (Govt. Sector)Northern Zone Promotion ChairmanSouthern Zone Promotion ChairmanEastern Zone Promotion ChairmanStudent Volunteer Coordinator: Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid: Dr. Goon Yong Por: Dr. Angie Wong Chin Mee: Dr. Hu Chang Lek: Dr Ibrahim ShahrudinParticipations:Registered Dentists : 623Speakers : 15VIP-invited guests : 57LOC & Volunteers : 69DSA : 6Total : 730Total Booths sold (Including sponsors) - 133Report BySignatureDr Neoh Gim BokChairman20th FDI/MDA Scientific Convention and Trade Exibition86

Malaysian Dental AssociationREPORT OF CHAIRMAN OF ORGANIZINGCOMMITTEE 35TH ASIA PACIFIC DENTAL CONGRESSDate : 7th – 12th May 2013Venue : Kuala Lumpur Convention CentreTheme : “Synergizing Practice Excellence with Modern Technological Advances”Members of the Organizing Committee of 35th APDC1. Chairman : Prof. Dato’ Dr A. Ratnanesan2. Co-Chairman : Dr Wong Foot Meow3. Secretary General : Dr Lee Soon Boon4. Organizing Secretary : Dr Mohamad Muzafar bin Hamirudin5. Honorary Treasurer : Dato’ Dr How Kim Chuan6. Chairman, Dental Trade & Industry Exhibition : Dr Neoh Gim Bok7. Chairman, Promotions : Dr Teh Tat Beng8. Chairperson, Registration : Dr Ng WoanTyng9. Co-Chairman, Registration : Dr Darren Yap Yoke Yong10. Chairman, Facilities, Accommodation & Special Functions : Dr Haja Badrudeen bin Sirajudeen11. Co-Chairperson, Convention Facilities& Chairperson, Public Relations : Kol. Dr Mumtaj Nisah Abd Rahim12. Chairperson, Scientific Programme & Congress : Dr Shalini Kanagasingam13. Co-Chairman, Scientific Programme & : Dr Kalaiarasu M. PeriasamyChairman, Oral & Poster PresentationScientific Sub-Committeea. Dr Rifqah Nordin (Hands-on Chairperson)b. Dr Neoh Ein Yauc. Dr Lau Han Wei (Speaker Sponsor Liaison)d. Dr Yew Hsu Zenn (UKM)e. Dr Normaliza bt Abd Malik (USIM)f. Dr Jacob Jacob (MAHSA)14. Chairperson, Speaker Welfare : Dr Eileen koh Mei Yen15. Co-Chairperson, Speaker Welfare : Dr Janice Ng Su Chin16. Chairperson, Defence Force Dentistry Forum : Brig. Gen. Dato’ Dr Mohd Ilham Hj Haron17. Secretary, Defence Force Dentistry Forum : Mej. Dr Izzwan HairolDefence Force Dentistry Forum Sub-Committeea. Secretariat – Kol. Dr Aida bt Alib. Organizing Committee - Kol. Dr Zulkifli bin zainal Abidinc. Administration – Kol. Dr Zahani bt Mohamed Yusoffd. Logistic - Kol. Dr Hazudin bin Hassane. Operation - Kol. Dr Normah bt Samsurif. Technical Tour - Kol. Dr Wan Azmil bin Wan Mohamad Annuarg. Scientific Committee – Kol. Datin Dr Roza Anon bt Mohamad Ramlee18. Oral Health Programme : Datin Dr Nooral Zeila Junid19. Co-Chairperson, Gala Night : Dr Shariffah Shuriana20. Publication Secretary : Dr Mannil Thomas Abraham21. Chairman, Trade Visitor : Dr John Ting Sii Ong22. Chairperson, Student Volunteer : Dr Teh Yik Pin23. Co-Chairperson, Student Volunteer : Dr Ibrahim bin Shahruddin87

Annual Report 2012/2013The organization of the 35th APDC to date has proceeded extremely well due to the deep commitment anddedication of the members of the Organizing Committee.The outstanding features of the various components of the Congress are as follows :1. The Scientific Programme :There are eleven (11) Hands-on Workshops and Limited Attendance Courses featuring the latest techniquesand technologies. They are well subscribed.The Programme features more than 40 internationally acknowledged experts.matches the best we have ever organized at a Scientific Convention.In scope and content itIt fulfills a vital niche for the actively practicing dental professional in his obligatory pursuit of ContinuingProfessional Development.2. International Dental Trade and Industry ExhibitionThere were 240 Booth spaces in the designated Exhibition Area.Of these about 200 were rented out to Exhibitors with special consideration given to Sponsors. Theremaining were either sold for Table Clinics or given to Organizations with similar objectives for promotionalefforts (reciprocating previous gestures extended by them).3. The Social programme consists of many Tour arrangements mainly on subscription basis. TheOpening Ceremony, Welcome Reception and the Gala Dinner are the Special events.Due to the impending 13th General Elections, we were unable to confirm the attendance of VIPS for theSpecial Events.A main feature of the Congress is the organization of this mammoth event in the main, without a ProfessionalCongress Organizer. A PCO was used to a limited extent for the Opening Ceremony.I must, in all sincerity, honesty and humility express my deepest gratitude and appreciation to all membersof my Committee who repeatedly answered the call in the spirit of true selfless sacrifice and commitmentto ensure the successful delivery of this mega event. The sacrosanct spirit of volunteerism was displayed tothe full. I unreservedly salute you.SYABAS and KUDOS to all of you.May I take the opportunity to thank all our Sponsors, members of the Trade and Industry for their continuedsupport. We deeply appreciate it.We would also like to thank our Beloved Patron, Y.A.B. Datuk Seri MohdNajibTunRazak,and the Governmentof Malaysia for their generous support.Special thanks must go to the Honourable Minister of Health , YB. Dato’ Seri LiowTiong Lai and the Ministry,in particular the support given by the Oral Health Division.The MDA has reached another threshold. May it continue to attain new heights in professional developmentin tandem with the dynamic advances made in global oral health care.88

Malaysian Dental AssociationI wish to thank the membership for the privilege given.“BerkhidmatUntuk Negara”SALAM 1 MALAYSIA!Yours sincerely,PROF. DATO’ DR A. RATNANESANChairman, 35th Asia Pacific Dental Congress (APDC)President-Elect, Asia Pacific Dental Federation/ Asia Pacific Regional Organization89

Annual Report 2012/2013PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THEMDA CONSTITUTION 20131. CONCERNING LIFE MEMBERSHIPArticle VI Section 1 TYPES OF MEMBERSHIPSub-section c. Life Membership(ii)Ordinary members of the Association may apply for Life Membership upon one lump sum paymentof RM2,500.00 (Two Thousand Five Hundred Ringgit)Amended to:-(ii) Ordinary members of the Association who have been members continuously for 10(ten) years ormore may apply for Life Membership upon one lump sum payment of RM 2,500.00(Ringgit MalaysiaTwo Thousand Five Hundred Only).2. CONCERNING ORDINARY COUNCIL MEMBERSARTICLE VIICOUNCILSECTION 1COMPOSITIONh) Two (2) elected Ordinary Council Membersamended to:- h) Three (3) elected Ordinary Council Membersi) Two (2) representatives each from Northern and Southern Zones. And j) Two (2) representatives fromEastern Zoneamended to:- i) Two (2) representatives each from Northern, Southern and Eastern Zones.m) Three (2) Ordinary Council Members appointed by Elected Council.amended to:- j) Three (3) Ordinary Council Members appointed by the Elected Council.k), l), m) is deleted.RATIONALE: With the amendments,uncertainty due to typos are removed. This will make it clear thatthere will be six(6) ordinary council members. Three will be elected and three will be appointed. Theywill represent the different sectors of the profession. This will be subject to the approval of the Council,and thus allow the Council to recruit capable members who want to serve. This is necessary due to theexpected flood of new members in the years to come and thus the increase of workload and servicesthat comes with it.90

Malaysian Dental AssociationSECTION 2ELECTIONSa) The President-Elect, the Honorary General Secretary, the Assistant Honorary General Secretary, theHonorary Financial Secretary, the Assistant Honorary Financial Secretary, the Honorary PublicationSecretary, and two (2) Council Members shall be elected at the Annual General Meeting and shallserve the Association until the next Annual General Meeting.Amended to:- a) The President-Elect, the Honorary General Secretary, the Assistant Honorary GeneralSecretary, the Honorary Financial Secretary, the Assistant Honorary Financial Secretary, the HonoraryPublication Secretary and three (3)Council Members shall be elected at the Annual General Meeting andshall serve the Association until the next Annual General Meeting.b) Four (4) Council members shall be appointed by the Council at the first meeting to hold office for 1year in accordance with Article VII Section 1.Amended to:- b) Three (3) Council members shall be appointed by the Council at the first meeting to holdoffice for 1 year in accordance with Article VII Section 1.RATIONALE: The amendment here to three(3) Council Members is similar to the rationale above whichis to correct the typos/contradictions and align all the clauses to make it clear the there will be six(6)ordinary council members, three elected and three appointed.SECTION 3DUTIES AND POWERSSub-section ab) To elect three (3) ordinary Council members of the Association in accordance with Article VII Section2(b)Amended to :- b) To appoint (3) ordinary Council members of the Association in accordance with Article VIISection 2(b)RATIONALE: To align with the related clauses in Section 1 and Section 2 b).3. CONCERNING UNDERGRADUATE MEMBERSARTICLE IX SECTION 2 ENTRANCE FEES AND SUBSCRIPTION(c)(f)(j)Notwithstanding Article IX Section 2(b) above, dental undergraduates ordinary members shall berequired to pay an annual subscription of RM10.00Ordinary Members who are pursuing postgraduate education overseas shall be eligible upon writtenrequest for a special annual subscription of RM50.00 for any full year during the duration of the postgraduatecourse.Members who go abroad for a period of one (1) year or more may apply in writing for correspondingmembership for the duration he is abroad.Amendment: 1. Clause (c) Notwithstanding Article IX Section 2(b) above, dental undergraduate associatemembers shall be required to pay an annual subscription of RM50.00.The student will inform the MDA of his/her expected year of graduation at the time of entrance and thestudent’s membership will be changed automatically to ordinary membership on the 1st of Januaryimmediately after the expected year of the student’s graduation. If the student fails to graduate in theexpected year, the onus will be on the student to provide the new expected year, failing which even91

Annual Report 2012/2013though the student remains an associate member, the ordinary member subscription fee of RM100.00 willstand.2. Clauses (f) and (j) should be deleted.RATIONALE: The intent of this amendment is to make the transition of undergraduate members to fullfledgedMDA members as seamless as possible.4. CONCERNING AFFILIATESREMOVE THE NAMES OF AFFILIATES FROM THE CONSTITUTION PROPER AND PLACE INTO THE BY LAWS.ARTICLE VISECTION 3Sub-section e Affiliate Members shall:(i) Have the privileges of using the facilities of the Association.Affiliate members are:• Malaysian Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons• Malaysian Association of Orthodontics• Malaysian Society of Periodontology• Malaysian Endodontic Society• Malaysian Association of Aesthetic Dentistry• Malaysian Oral Implant Association• Malaysian Private Dental Practitioners Association.To be deleted and a similar section written into the By-Laws as follows:-By-Law VIIIAFFILIATE MEMBERSAll Affiliate Members shall have the privileges of using the facilities of the Association.Affiliate Members are:-• Malaysian Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons• Malaysian Society of Periodontology• Malaysian Endodontic Society• Malaysian Association of Aesthetic Dentistry• Malaysian Oral Implant Association• Malaysian Private Dental Practitioners Association• Malaysian Association of Paediatric Dentistry• Malaysian Association for ProsthodonticsRATIONALE: We forsee that the dental profession will be growing rapidly in the coming years and therewill be many additions and modifications to this section. It will be administratively easier to add andmodify this section if it is in the By-Laws instead of the constitution proper92

Malaysian Dental Association5. CONCERNING CONDUCT OF THE AGMTo add to the By-Laws:-By-Law IXCONDUCT OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING1. The President of the MDA or in his absence, the President-Elect shall chair the AGM in a manner thatwill most effectively and honourably fulfill the aims of our august organization.2. Honourable members of the floor shall conduct themselves with propriety and decorum as befitsour highly respected professional organization.3. Honourable members shall make their points succinctly and ask their questions clearly and brieflyfor the benefit of all concerned.4. The chairman will respectfully stop and rule out of order honourable members in the followingsituations:-• Mentioning of names inappropriately• Making personal attacks, threats or similar uncalled for comments• Repeating of points or raising of points not related to the topic at hand• Rowdy behaviour that brings disrepute upon our august organization5. Sessions of the AGM will require a quorum to be effective6. Manual voting of office bearers, resolutions and constitutional amendments will be adopted.RATIONALE: It befits and august organization like the MDA to have appropriate rules of engagementthat will allow issues to be discussed in a rational and civilized manner so that proper conclusions canbe reached amicably and respectfully.6. CONCERNING BOARD OF INQUIRYBy-Law IIIBOARD OF INQUIRY PROCEDURESAmended as follows:-2. The Board of Inquiry shall comprise of a Chairman, a deputy Chairman and ten(10) members of the Board of Inquiry.Amended to:-2. The Board of Inquiry shall comprise of a Chairman, a deputy Chairman and up to ten(10) ordinaryboard members.3. The members of the Board of Inquiry shall be elected at the Annual General Meeting of theAssociation.Amended to:-3. The Chairman and Deputy Chairman shall be appointed by the MDA Council. The Chairman andDeputy Chairman will appoint the rest of the Board of Inquiry.5. The Chairman of the Board of Inquiry shall within 14 days convene a meeting with at least seven (7)members to institute inquiries pertaining to the complaint.Amended to:-5. The Chairman of the Board of Inquriy shall within 14 days convene a meeting to institute inquiriespertaining to the complaint.93

Annual Report 2012/2013RATIONALE: The Board of Inquiry in the past has always been hastily made up towards the end of theAGM. These amendments will allow the Chairman and Deputy Chairman to be elected more thoughtfullyand who in turn will appoint the rest of the Board more appropriately.The above amendments were passed by the MDA Council on 7th of April 2013 and subject to approval bythe house in the next AGM.Dr Chow Kai FooChairmanMDA Constitutional Amendments Committee16th of April 2013Note: At the last Council Meeting in Kota Kinabalu, the amendments to the by-laws of the constitution, i.e.no. 6 and 7 were passed by the Council. By-laws are passed by the Council and not by the AGM. As such, thenewly amended by-laws can be implemented immediately at the next AGM since they have already beenpassed.94

Malaysian Dental AssociationRESOLUTION FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGON 16TH JUNE 201395

Annual Report 2012/2013RESOLUTION 3Date 23/5/2013I the undersigned, member of the Malaysian Dental Association, hereby resolve that the Malaysian DentalAssociation through its President and Council Members, apply urgently to the Honorable Minister ofHealth, to allow the stakeholders of the dental profession in Malaysia to review the proposed Dental Bill2013. This would enable the concerned stakeholders to go through, the various provisions and issuesthat are incorporated , in this proposed Denta Bill 2013, especially the new ones, submit their views tothe relevant authorities.Thanking youYours sincerelyDr R. VijendranRESOLUTION 4The Malaysian Dental Association Southern Zone proposes that the general body of the MDA pass aresolution to review the DENTAL BILL 2013 for the following reasons:-1. Though it is true that the proposed Dental Bill 2012 and later renamed Dental Bill 2013 was posted onthe net for 30 days last year, it was not satisfactorily scrutinized by all the stakeholders. It is a heavilyrevised document based on the original Dental Act 1971 that included many new sections anddetails that should have been opened to all the stakeholders for a much longer period than 30daysand should have been vetted thoroughly with expert professional advice. Such an exercise is vitalbecause it is a very important document that will determine the future health of the profession andthus the dental health of the nation. A new bill is okay provided due diligence has been exercised.The alternative is to tweak our old bill to make it better.2. The heavy penalties as compared to the Medical Act of Malaysia, the inclusion of dental therapistsas dental practitioners, the setting up of the Malaysian Dental Council as a body corporate, therequirement of putting every address where a dentist practices apart from the principal addressinto our APC as compared to what is required of our medical colleagues, the guidelines for specialistregistration and rules that may limit the legitimate practice of dentistry are just a few areas thatneed to be relooked with greater care for the sake of the public at large.The above mentioned Dental Act has not been tabled in Parliament. We would like this Bill to bereviewed by the Malaysian Dental Association and propose that a committee be set up for thispurpose. We would like representations from all Zones to be part of this Committee that will reviewthis Bill before it is tabled in parliament.We do hope this august body of MDA at this AGM will be able to support this resolution for thefuture well being of the dental profession and oral health of the nation.Yours faithfully,Dr. Angie Wong Chin MeeChairman of the MDASZ on behalf of the MDASZ Committee23rd May 201396

Malaysian Dental AssociationTHE AWARDS COMMITTEE REPORTGuidelines / Criteria for Nomination for Federal / State AWARDSCandidates eligible for nomination are members of the MDA who have played major roles ordistinguished themselves in one or more of the following :A. Contribution to the MDA1. Outstanding leadership in the MDA or associations affiliated to it2. Active participation in the implementation of Continuing Dental Education3. Organizing local, regional and international congresses in country4. Holding important/high office in international dental organizations5. Other services/deeds which enhance the status of reputation of MDAB. Contribution to the Dental ProfessionHave made significant/outstanding contributions to the profession in fields such as :1. Dental Research2. Dental Materials3. Operating Techniques4. Epidemiological studies5. Implementation of preventive Measures6. Continuing Dental Education7. Dental Practice management8. Establishment of Dental Faculty/school9. Establishment of School of Dental Auxillaries10. OthersC. Contribution to the Community (Dental)1. Organizing the provision of dental treatment and / or conducting health educationprogrammes for :• The Public• Charitable Organizations• Schools2. Organizing activities to promote dental health awareness for the community3. Providing assistance in war time/civil disasters97

Annual Report 2012/2013D. Contribution to the Community (non-dental)1. Distinguished service in voluntary/charitable organizations, service clubs etcIt was unanimously agreed that nominations based on these criteria be obtained from the- Zone committees- State Representatives- Affiliates OrganizationsThe following procedure was adopted by the MDA in processing nominations from itsmembership :NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES FROM MEMBERS (recommendations for awards must be accompaniedby a brief resume or CV of the candidate to facilitate his/her endorsement by the Committee and theCouncil of the Malaysian Dental Association).MDA AWARDS COMMITTEE(MDA Awards Committee evaluates the candidates and present its recommendations or otherwiseof the candidate’s suitability to the MDA Council)MDA COUNCIL(MDA Council evaluates the recommendations presented by the MDA Awards Committee ofthe candidates and makes recommendations or otherwise of the candidate’s suitability andsubsequently submits the names of the successful candidates to the relevant State, FederalTerritory or Federal Authorities.)Footnote:The MDA will assist in sourcing the forms for applications of the various awards. However it is notpossible for MDA to fill the documents for candidates, as the information required are personaldetails and must be filled by the candidate him/her self . Furthermore some applications aremade ‘online’ and it would be cumbersome for MDA to be involved totally. Pn Normah of the MDAsecretariat has been designated to assist all candidates who have been nominated/endorsed forsuch awards.The Awards Committee Malaysian Dental Association 2012-2013Chairman: Dato’ Dr. S. SivanesanCommittee membersDatuk Dr. Yim Khai KeeDatuk Dr. Teo Choo KumDr. Haja Badrudeen Sirajudeen- President MDADr T S JeyalanProf Dr Phrabhakaran (Secretary)Dato’ Rakna Dr Rueben Jayakumar98

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