The South African Sports Dentistry Association (SASDA) is a professional body dedicated to advancing the role of dentistry within sport and athlete health. We unite dental professionals who are passionate about protecting, restoring, and optimising oral health as a vital component of athletic performance and overall wellbeing.

Our focus spans education, clinical excellence, and collaboration across disciplines. From the prevention and management of sports-related oral and maxillofacial injuries to the promotion of evidence-informed best practice, SASDA supports clinicians working with athletes at all levels—from grassroots to elite sport.

Through education, research, events, and partnerships, we aim to raise standards, build a strong professional network, and advocate for the integration of sports dentistry within wider sports medicine teams—ensuring athletes receive the highest standard of oral healthcare, on and off the field.