Clinical Dentistry Awards 2024

Facial Aesthetics Practice

To enter this award the practice must have a strong interest in this discipline and have adapted an element of the practice towards facial aesthetics.

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.

Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for Facial Aesthetics Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally?

The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and aesthetic outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients who are interested in facial aesthetics? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?

The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?

Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results

Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Recently Qualified Hygienist (within the last five years)

Recently-Qualified Hygienist (within the last 5 years)

This award is for an individual who is starting out in their hygiene career. Individual hygienists who have qualified within the last five years are eligible to enter. It is designed to recognise an empathetic, innovative and effective approach to clinical care and oral health promotion. Entrants to this category cannot enter both Recently-Qualified Hygienist and Recently-Qualified Therapist.

Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and passion for prevention; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other dental hygienists
• Show innovation in educating patients
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Demonstrate how you have carried the oral health message beyond the practice
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Recently Qualified Therapist (within the last five years)

Recently-Qualified Therapist (within the last 5 years)

This award is for an individual who is starting out in their therapy career. Individual therapists who have qualified within the last five years are eligible to enter. It is designed to recognise an empathetic, innovative and effective approach to clinical care and the promotion of oral health. Entrants to this category cannot enter both Recently-Qualified Hygienist and Recently-Qualified Therapist.

Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and passion for prevention; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other dental therapists
• Show innovation in educating patients
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Demonstrate how you have carried the oral health message beyond the practice
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Hygienist of the Year

This award is for an individual dental hygienist working for a practice (or several practices). It is designed to recognise an empathetic, innovative and effective approach to clinical care and the promotion of oral health.

Entrants for this category cannot enter both Hygienist of the Year and Therapist of the Year.

Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and passion for prevention; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other dental hygienists
• Show innovation in educating patients
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Demonstrate how you have carried the oral health message beyond the practice
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant.
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Therapist of the Year

This award is for an individual dental therapist working for a practice (or several practices). It is designed to recognise an empathetic, innovative and effective approach to clinical care and the promotion of oral health.

Entrants for this category cannot enter both Hygienist of the Year and Therapist of the Year.

Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and passion for prevention; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other dental therapists
• Show innovation in educating patients
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Demonstrate how you have carried the oral health message beyond the practice
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant.
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Periodontic Practice

Young Aesthetic Dentist

This category is open to those born on or after 31 August 1988. Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and drive; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other young aesthetic dentists
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Aesthetic Laboratory

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team. Entries in this category will be accepted from laboratories only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your laboratory rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,000 words explaining why your laboratory is a contender for Aesthetic Laboratory. Focus on the following:

The laboratory: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use? How you maintain consistent high standards of work throughout the laboratory?

The staff: who is there, what specialist skills do you have at the laboratory, what is their training and experience? How has laboratory investment in training and equipment benefited outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients and dentists? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

Customer satisfaction: what makes your laboratory so successful in its communication? Show evidence of customer satisfaction

Additional photography: the laboratory, the team, high-resolution before and after clinical photographs etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how calibre materials and technology were used to maximise work quality. Submit photographs of stages of laboratory work if appropriate.

Provide any supporting documentation, marketing information and pictures that you feel are relevant.

Aesthetic Treatment Practice

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.

Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for Aesthetic Treatment Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use?

The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and aesthetic outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients who are interested in dental aesthetics? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?

The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?

Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results

Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Multidisciplinary Practice

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.

Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

To enter Multidisciplinary Practice you must have entered at least one other category.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for Multidisciplinary Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use?

The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?

The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?

Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results

Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Young Implant Dentist

This category is open to those born on or after 31 August 1988. Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and drive; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other young implant dentists
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant.
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Implant Dentistry Practice

To enter this award the practice must have a strong interest in this discipline and have adapted an element of the practice towards dental implants.

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.

Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for Implant Dentistry Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use?

The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?

The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?

Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results

Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Young Orthodontist

This category is open to those born on or after 31 August 1988. Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and drive; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other young orthodontists
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Orthodontic Practice

To enter this award the practice must have a strong interest in this discipline and have adapted an element of the practice towards orthodontics.

This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.

Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for Orthodontic Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use?

The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and outcomes?

The marketing: how do you attract the patients who are interested in orthodontics? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)

The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?

The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?

Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results

Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Philips Shine-On Award

Philips Shine-On Award

This award is designed to recognise and celebrate dental hygienists/therapists who are pushing the boundaries of the profession, creating their own career pathway and who demonstrate clear dedication to career development and success. Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Demonstrate passion for the profession
• Show how you have gone beyond the usual career boundaries
• Show your dedication to career development and progression
• Provide credible and relevant testimonials where relevant/possible.

While not essential, entry can include patient care cases.

Local Oral Health Initiative

This award is designed to recognise the work being done to take oral health education outside the practice. Submissions are welcomed from all: individuals, practices, charities, local health teams etc.

Potential suitable projects include, but are not limited to, outreach work in care homes, education to local schools or spreading awareness of good oral health to the community. Applicants should send up to 1,000 words explaining why they are a contender for an award through any, or a combination, of the following:

• Describe the project and the intent behind it
• Explain how the initiative was put into action
• Highlight the impact that the work has had on the community.

Include photographs, testimonials and other supporting evidence to help your entry stand out.

Orthodontic Therapist

This award is for an individual dental orthodontic therapist working for a practice (or several practices). Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of a case and supporting notes. Send up to 1000 words explaining why you are a contender for Orthodontic Therapist. Focus on the following:

• Demonstrate hard work and drive; show achievement in your career to date
• Explain how you set yourself apart from other orthodontic therapists
• Present postgraduate training/development information if relevant
• Provide evidence of how you go beyond the regular duty of care
• Provide any other supporting evidence and pictures you feel are relevant
• Provide a portfolio of high-resolution outstanding before and after clinical photographs.

Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Endodontic Practice

To enter this award the practice must have a strong interest in this discipline and have adapted an element of the practice towards endodontics.
This category recognises the efforts of an entire team, from procedure to aftercare, focusing on the practice environment as well as clinical outcomes achieved and patient satisfaction.
Entries in this category will be accepted from practices only (not individuals). Judges will be looking at the submission in its entirety and assessing the overall picture it paints of your practice rather than concentrating on individual elements. However, failure to address any of the criteria set out below may negatively impact your submission.

Entries should consist of a portfolio of information, including submission of at least one case and supporting notes. Send up to 1,200 words explaining why your practice is a contender for
Endodontic Practice. Focus on the following:

The practice: the history, location, the appearance, feel and branding. How is a practice culture of excellence attained, both clinically and organisationally? What technology do you use?
The staff: who is there, what is their area of interest, what is their training and experience? How has practice investment in training and equipment benefited patients and outcomes?
The marketing: how do you attract the patients? (Examples of marketing materials should be included if available)
The patient experience: what does your practice do to make the patient experience unique, from start to finish? How are people put at ease? How are treatment options explained?
The team: how does everyone work together to make sure that the patient receives the best results as efficiently as possible?
Clinical before and after photos: provide high-resolution before and after clinical photographs to show clinically excellent results
Additional photography: the practice, the team etc.
Please also provide one report of a case that you feel is exemplary (up to 1,000 words). This should detail the treatment carried out – the patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment execution, and specifically include a discussion of how the case was treated as effectively as possible.

Implant: Single Tooth

This category is for dentists and/or technicians. Please anonymise your entry for this category. Include a covering letter listing the names of all clinicians involved in treatment, such as the surgical and restorative stages. If a dentist is entering alone, the technician should be named on the covering letter – both the dentist and technician will be awarded. Send up to 1,200 words detailing:

•  The treatment, which involved replacement of one anterior tooth using implants to support the restoration. This can include immediate/delayed placement and/or immediate/delayed loading. Other treatment may have been carried out, but the major change will result from the implant therapy.

Implant: Multiple Teeth

This category is for dentists and/or technicians. Please anonymise your entry for this category. Include a covering letter listing the names of all clinicians involved in treatment, such as the surgical and restorative stages. If a dentist is entering alone, the technician should be named on the covering letter – both the dentist and technician will be awarded. Send up to 1,200 words detailing:

• The treatment, which involved replacement of multiple teeth using implants to support the restoration
  (this may be a small anterior bridge or two adjacent implants). Excludes full arches
  • This can include immediate/delayed placement and/ or immediate/delayed loading
  • Other treatment may have been carried out, but the major change will result from the implant therapy.

Implant: Interdisciplinary Team

This category is for all members of the team – dentists, surgeons, technicians and other clinicians as appropriate to the treatment undertaken. All team members included in the entry will be awarded. Please anonymise your entry for this category. Include a covering letter listing the names of all clinicians involved in treatment. Send up to 1,200 words detailing:

• The treatment should be carried out by more than one clinician, working as a team. The implant surgeon and other clinicians must be different individuals
  • The treatment must involve the placement of dental implant/s. Other treatment should also have been carried out, depending on the case. This can include (but is not limited to) orthodontics/orthognathic surgery or endodontic treatment – but the major change in the smile should be underpinned by the implant surgery and restoration.