Dental Problems Dominate Free Health Check Findings; Kembara Nusa Deploys Volunteers to Remote Areas in Alor

Dental health problems are the most prevalent issue identified in Indonesia's Free Health Check Program (CKG), exceeding even hypertension, according to data from the Ministry of Health. This highlights a persistent challenge in ensuring equitable access to dental care across the archipelago.

The CKG program, which reached nearly 9 million participants in 2025, revealed that approximately one in two individuals aged 0 to 60 years suffer from cavities. In 2026, data indicated that 1.1 million children, or 41 percent of those examined, had cavities. Compounding this, the Indonesian Dentists Association (PB PDGI) reports that about 26.8 percent of community health centers (puskesmas) still lack dentists.

In response to these concerning statistics, the Kembara Nusa Foundation, in collaboration with GIGI.ID, Basecamp Melangkiki, and PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk through BRI Peduli, has launched free dental health services in Alor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The program, held from July 23-24, 2026, offers examinations, consultations, treatments, and dental health education for both children and adults in areas with limited healthcare access.

Stella Valentina, Co-Founder of Kembara Nusa, stated that Alor was chosen due to its significant challenges in accessing dental services. The initiative aims not only to treat existing dental complaints but also to help the community prevent recurring dental issues. This marks the foundation's eighth annual outreach program since its establishment in 2018 and their fourth social service activity in East Nusa Tenggara. A total of 74 volunteers, including 21 dentists and specialists, are participating.