2022 Dental Awards

REGISTER NOW FOR NOMINATION IN THE 2022 DENTAL AWARDS!

Nominate yourself, a colleague, somebody else – or an entire practice – for an award by completing the following form at a cost of £55 per entry.

Should you begin your application and need to gather further information, complete the first page and click ‘Save for later’, selecting the option to ‘Skip Create an Account’, and opting to ‘Get Shareable Link’ to return to your draft at a later date.

DEADLINE EXTENDED - Final date for completed submissions NOW 4th March 2022.

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If you do not have all the information, evidence, method of payment etc to hand, click 'Save for later'.

If you wish to register more than one entrant, or, more than one category, please click 'Save for later'. When you have completed this application, and paid the fee, you will need to use the link you have been sent/ saved.

You do not need to 'register an account' as requested on the next page, just click the 'Skip Create an Account' link hidden at the bottom of the page you'll then be e mailed a link to use at a later date.

Or, you can  continue your application now by clicking 'Start Application'.

NATIONAL SMILE MONTH

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• The name and description of the event or initiative and its stated aims
• The number of people involved and how they were encouraged to take part
• The details of the measures used to gauge the success of the event
• How the event performed against these measures
• Size of team undertaking the event.

In addition, the entry must include:

• Feedback from participants
• Copies of press coverage and/or PR
• Promotional literature and/or samples
• Images of the event

In addition, the entry must include:

DENTIST OF THE YEAR

To qualify for this award you must have been a practising dentist for a minimum of 10 years, and be 35 years old or older on 8th February 2022, and must show evidence of the following:

• A commitment to the highest levels of patient care.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Dedication to self-training above and beyond that of statutory requirements.
• Show the highest levels of clinical care and technical expertise within their sphere of practice.
• A wider commitment to the dental profession (for example, association membership, involvement in mentoring/tutoring, dental committee participation).

In addition, the entry must include:

• Testimonials from patients and colleagues, up to a maximum of five
• A recent clinical case study
• An image of the person

In addition, the entry must include:

YOUNG DENTIST OF THE YEAR

The entry requirements for this category are the same as for Dentist of the Year.

The only difference being that only dentists who have been qualified for a maximum of 10 years and will be under 35 years old on 8th February 2022 may enter:

• A commitment to the highest levels of patient care.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Dedication to self-training above and beyond that of statutory requirements.
• Show the highest levels of clinical care and technical expertise within their sphere of practice.
• A wider commitment to the dental profession (for example, association membership, involvement in mentoring/tutoring, dental committee participation).

In addition, the entry must include:

• Testimonials from patients and colleagues, up to a maximum of five
• A recent clinical case study
• An image of the person

In addition, the entry must include:

DENTAL THERAPIST OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• Why the entrant chose dental hygiene as a profession and how they make a difference to patients and the dental team
• How they motivate their patients to adopt better oral care routinesDedication to self-training above and beyond that of statutory requirements
• A wider commitment to the dental profession (for example, association membership, involvement in mentoring/tutoring, dental committee participation)
• Any other relevant material to support the entry
• Details of the main practice in which you work.

 

In addition, the entry must include:

DENTAL HYGIENIST OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• Why the entrant chose dental hygiene as a profession and how they make a difference to patients and the dental team
• How they motivate their patients to adopt better oral care routines
• Dedication to self-training above and beyond that of statutory requirements
• A wider commitment to the dental profession (for example, association membership, involvement in mentoring/tutoring, dental committee participation)
• Any other relevant material to support the entry
• Details of the main practice in which you work.

 

In addition, the entry must include:

PRACTICE MANAGER OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• How the entrant became involved in practice management, and how they have made a difference to the practice
• Examples of policies/procedures put in place to ensure maximum benefit to the practice
• Details of time management procedures, knowledge of personnel issues and (if applicable) accounting
• Commitment to keeping up-to-date with relevant legislation and management trends
• Any other relevant material to support the entry.

In addition, the entry must include:

• Explanation of a typical working day
• Details of any relevant training undertaken
• An image of the person

 

In addition, the entry must include:

DENTAL NURSE OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• Why the entrant chose dental nursing as a profession and the difference they make to patients and the dental team
• Examples of how they balance empathy with patients with the demands of clinical care
• Dedication to self-training above and beyond that of statutory requirements
• A wider commitment to the dental profession (for example, association membership, involvement in mentoring/tutoring, dental committee participation)
• Any other relevant material to support the entry.

 In addition, the entry must include:

• Explanation of a typical working day
• An image of the person

In addition, the entry must include:

FRONT OF HOUSE/ RECEPTIONIST OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

• Why the entrant is the ‘face’ of the practice
• How they deal with patients, either face-to-face or on the telephone/via e-mail
• A summary of organisational skills, which, in turn, benefit the patients/practice
• Any other responsibilities held in the practice set-up
• Any other relevant material to support the entry

In addition, the entry must include:

• Explanation of a typical working day
• Details of any relevant training undertaken
• An image of the person

 

In addition, the entry must include:

PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

TO ENTER, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN NO MORE THAN 500 WORDS:-

This award recognises an outstanding British dental practice that excels in all areas. To win this award you need to demonstrate and provide examples of how your practice:

• Does things differently from others, and why this sets you apart
• Provides effective training and team mentoring
• Encourages the team to contribute to practice development and growth
• Delivers exceptional patient care
• Has positively responded to compliance
• Interacts with the wider community

In addition, the entry must include:

• Testimonials from patients and colleagues (max three each)
• An image of practice team

In addition, the entry must include:

WEBSITE & DIGITAL CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR

This award is presented to a dental practice that effectively uses its digital communication platforms to improve the patient experience and increase its communication to a wider community.

The judges will be looking for...

Websites:

• The quality of website design and ease of use and navigation
• How treatment options and pricing are displayed (are they clear and concise)
• Compliance with GDC and ICO requirements, as well as with Health and Social Care Act 2008

Digital Campaigns:

• Examples of social media campaigns to the wider community
• Improvement in patient registration since implementation.

In addition, the entry must include:

• Examples of testimonials and any reviews
• Complaints procedure
• Date it was last updated
• Staff GDC no’s
• Link to GDC website
• Details of where qualifications have derived.

TEAM OF THE YEAR

 

Open to teams working with a dental practice

• Explain why the nominated team stands out
• Examples of how the team's ethos improves the patient experience
• Examples of team working and how this improves patient care
• Any other relevant material to support the entry.

 

If the entry focuses on a specific event or project where a team approach was necessary, give full details of what happened and how the team worked together for the benefit of patients and/or the wider community.

In addition, the entry must include:

BEST OUTREACH OR CHARITY INITIATIVE

This award recognises the special work that dental professionals and practices do to help others in the UK, whether it is one mega event or continuous work in the community.

• What is your initiative -  your chosen cause, fundraising event or volunteering scheme -  and why did you choose this?
• How have you made a difference to this project?
• What events have you held, how have you raised awareness or what support have you provided?
• What was the outcome?
• Describe how this links with your dental practice and why it is important.