Pustantaran Care and Himal Dental Hospital Sign MoU to Promote Oral Health of Senior Citizens

Kathmandu / Sept. 01: Pustantaran Care, an organization working to promote dignified aging in Nepal, and Himal Dental Hospital & Institute of Dental Science have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote oral health, dental hygiene and accessible dental care for senior citizens in Nepal.

The MoU was signed today by Pratibedan Baidya, Founder of Pustantaran Care, and Dr. Rajendra Bhatt, Managing Director of Himal Dental Hospital.

Under the partnership, Himal Dental Hospital will provide preferential and discounted dental services to eligible members of Pustantaran Care. The collaboration will also facilitate dental screening camps, oral-health check-ups, awareness programmes and referrals for senior citizens requiring further treatment.

The partnership will cover services including dental consultation and examination, oral-health screening, scaling and oral prophylaxis, preventive and restorative care, dentures and prosthetic services, periodontal care and oral surgery, among other services provided by the hospital.

The two organizations will also work together to raise awareness among senior citizens about oral hygiene, gum disease, tooth loss, denture care, nutrition and the importance of regular dental check-ups. They will explore special outreach initiatives for elderly people with limited mobility.

Speaking on the occasion, Pratibedan Baidya said the partnership is an important step toward ensuring that oral health becomes an integral part of dignified aging in Nepal. “Healthy aging is not only about managing chronic diseases; oral health is equally important for nutrition, communication, confidence and quality of life. This partnership will help senior citizens access dental care with greater affordability, respect and dignity.”

Under the agreement, both organizations will coordinate dental camps and awareness programmes, facilitate access to services, explore resource mobilization and periodically review the effectiveness of their collaboration.

The partnership reflects the shared commitment of Pustantaran Care and Himal Dental Hospital to contribute to a Nepal where senior citizens can age with better health, greater confidence and dignity.