On the eve of International Women’s Day, the Indian Dental Association (Kolkata City), the Brave Soul Foundation, the Rotary Club of Kolkata Hiland Park 3291, and White Zone Dental Clinic collaborated to host a special afternoon session to use sustainable dental care solutions to restore the smiles of acid attack survivors.

The event was graced by actress Priyanka Sarkar, folk singer Poushali Banerjee, Mrs. Manoshi Roychowdhury, Co-Chairperson of Techno India Group, Dr. Biswajit Panda, Dr. Krishnakali Chatterjee and others.

Patients who have had acid attacks require interdisciplinary dental care. First, emergency medical attention is needed, then dental issues. Reconstructive surgery, orthodontic therapy, prosthetic rehabilitation, and cosmetic rehabilitation are among the possible procedures. For general well-being, dental health, regular examinations, and psychological support are essential. A specialized team of healthcare professionals must be consulted to provide survivors with individualized care that meets their needs.

Smt. Kakoli Das, Smt. Shammi, Smt. Angura Bibi, Smt. Monica Mondal, and Smt. Poli Debnath, fighters of the Brave Soul Foundation Kolkata chapter, spoke about their journey of survival while being honored by White Zone Dental Clinic, an upscale chain of dental offices with locations in Tollygunge, Ajoy Nagar, and Rabindra Sarobar. The clinics offer all the latest dental technology, including in-house CBCT, OPG, scanners, Laser, and conscious sedation.

The dedication goes beyond simple therapeutic interventions; it’s about giving people the self-assurance to smile again and to face the world with bravery and resiliency. It is widely held that extensive dental care that is adapted to the particular difficulties faced by survivors is the only way to eliminate the catastrophic effects of acid assaults. the immense happiness that someone has when they can smile again—a smile that represents not only good oral health but also inner fortitude and self-assurance. Survivors of acid attacks frequently struggle with complex dental problems, such as malocclusion, disordered bites, and jaw injuries that may require a maxillectomy or mandibulectomy. The psychological cost is as significant and takes the form of oral anxiety.

Furthermore, following such stressful events, patients may have physical deformities; these can include reduced mouth size and range of motion, as well as shrunken, narrow mouths. These difficulties have a major effect on basic bodily processes like speaking and eating.

These initiatives are essential in tackling these complications and helping survivors regain their basic quality of life in addition to their smiles.

Priyanka Dutta