Breaking Barriers

The IDAA, or Indigenous Dental Association of Australia, was established in 2004 with the objective of enhancing the oral health of Indigenous Australians. Recently, the association has undergone a relaunch with a new board of directors focused on expanding its reach and advocating for the current needs of the Indigenous community. In a discussion with Cathryn Forsyth from ADA NSW and Dr Jodi Hart, director of IDAA, two newly appointed directors - Sophie L'Estrange, and Latisha Sykora - share their journey as Indigenous Australians and the obstacles they faced while pursuing their careers as dental professionals.Interviewer(s): Dr Jodi Hart, Cathryn ForsythInterviewee(s): Sophie L'Estrange, Latisha SykoraRelated Course/Event/Links: IDAA WebsiteThe Dental Practitioner is brought to you by the Australian Dental Association NSW. Find resources, episodes, and more at adansw.com.au.If you want to stay up to date with the latest developments in dentistry, check out our upcoming CPD courses at adansw.com.au/cpd.