🏆 Gala Categories & Rules
Discover all the award categories and what it takes to enter each one.
Click below to see the specific rules for every category.
Direct Restauration
Only direct composite restorations that meet the specified criteria are accepted. Both anterior and posterior restorations are eligible.
Case Description:
- A brief clinical case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Must include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used in accordance with the treatment protocol, and a concise case summary
- Presentation must include before/after photos ± radiological documentation from the beginning and end of treatment
- If incisal edges are restored (e.g., involving canines), images showing mandibular protrusion and laterotrusion must be included
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove saliva, plaque, or any remaining cement
- Align the camera at an appropriate angle
- Use a consistent background when needed; contrastors are recommended
- Mirrors, retractors, and similar items should not be visible in the frame
- Images must be clear, high quality, well-lit, in focus, and display relevant clinical details
- Photos must be symmetrical and properly cropped
Endodontic Treatment
Only endodontic cases that meet the specified criteria are accepted. Diagnosis must align with the international nomenclature published by the American Association of Endodontists that can be found here.
Case Description and Photo Documentation:
- Pre- and post-operative radiographs are mandatory and represent the minimum requirement for submission. Intra-operative images such as working length and cone-fit radiographs are recommended
- All intra-operative X-rays and photos must show the use of rubber dam isolation (e.g., presence of clamp on X-ray; for multiple tooth isolation, an intraoral photo is required if clamps are not visible on the radiograph)
- OPG/panoramic X-rays are not accepted. Required radiographs must be periapical, follow the parallel technique, and show the treated tooth centered along with the apical area and any pathology
- CBCT may be accepted if its use is justified
- Follow-up radiographs should be taken using the same incidence as the initial ones. For cases with apical pathology, follow-ups at 12 and 24 months that show healing will earn a higher score
- Clinical images may be taken with a microscope camera, macro/DSLR/APSC camera, smartphone, or any device that can provide detailed, focused images
- Images must be clear, properly lit, high-resolution, and focused
- Rubber dam use is mandatory; no sign of leakage is allowed. Use of liquid dam, Teflon, or other additional methods is acceptable. A minimum of three images is required: isolation, pre-obturation, and post-obturation
- If the clinician also performed core build-up before or after endodontic treatment (with or without post placement), this will also be evaluated
Aesthetic Restoration
Only indirect aesthetic restorative treatments that meet the specified criteria are accepted. Cases must involve restorations within the patient’s aesthetic zone.
Case Description:
- A brief clinical case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used, and a concise summary
- Presentation must include before/after photos ± radiographic documentation from start to finish
- If incisal edges were restored (e.g., involving canines), photos of mandibular protrusion and laterotrusion must be included
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove saliva, plaque, or cement residues
- Align the camera properly
- Use consistent background; contrastors recommended
- Avoid mirrors, retractors, or other tools in the frame
- Ensure high clarity, contrast, brightness, and focus
- Photos must be symmetrical and properly cropped
Interdisciplinary Oral Rehabilitation
Only multidisciplinary treatments that meet the specified criteria are accepted. Eligible cases must involve at least two dental specialties and likely a team that worked together on diagnosis, planning, and execution. A team is not mandatory if the clinician stays within the scope of practice defined by law and involves at least two specialties.
Cases that only include implant insertion followed by prosthetic rehabilitation must be entered under Implant-Prosthetic Treatment.
Case Description:
- Brief clinical case description, max 3,500 words
- Include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used, and summary
- Must include before/after photos ± relevant radiographs
- If incisal edges were restored, photos in protrusion/laterotrusion are required
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove all residues (saliva, plaque, cement)
- Center the camera appropriately
- Use the same background when applicable; contrastors recommended
- No retractors, mirrors in the frame
- High clarity, quality, and focus required
- Images must be symmetrical and correctly cropped
Implant-Prosthetic Treatment
Only cases that include both implant surgery and prosthetic stages are accepted. If other specialties are involved, the case must be submitted under Interdisciplinary Oral Rehabilitation.
Case Description:
- A brief clinical case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used, and a concise summary
- Presentation must include before/after photos ± radiographic documentation from the start and completion of treatment
- If incisal edges were restored (e.g., involving canines), images in mandibular protrusion and laterotrusion must be included
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove all visible saliva, plaque, or residual cement
- Properly align the camera
- Use a consistent background when necessary; contrastors are recommended
- Avoid including mirrors, retractors, or other elements in the visual field
- Photos must be clear, well-lit, in focus, and of high quality
- Images must be symmetrical and appropriately cropped
Digitally-Guided Dental Treatment
Only treatments carried out entirely under a digital workflow are accepted, in accordance with the category’s criteria. This category is open to all clinical cases that follow a complete digital protocol. The main requirement is that every step of the treatment be executed using digital technologies (scanner, CAD/CAM, etc.).
Case Description:
- A concise clinical case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used in line with digital workflow, and a brief case summary
- Must contain before/after photos ± radiographic documentation from the start and end of treatment
- If incisal margins were restored (e.g., involving canines), include images of mandibular protrusion and laterotrusion
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove saliva, plaque, and cement residues
- Center the camera at an appropriate angle
- Use the same background consistently when needed; contrastors are recommended
- Mirrors, retractors, and other accessories should not appear in the visual field
- Photos must have good clarity, contrast, brightness, and focus
- Images should be symmetrical and cropped correctly
Young Clinician
This category is open to any type of high-quality dental treatment performed by dentists aged 30 or younger (inclusive). It is intended for clinical cases completed entirely by young dentists who have not reached the age of 31 at the time of case submission. The main requirement is that the competitor has personally performed all procedures involved.
Case Description:
- A brief clinical case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial and final diagnosis, treatment plan, materials used in accordance with the treatment protocol, and a short summary
- Presentation must include before/after photos ± radiological documentation from the beginning and completion of treatment
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Remove saliva, plaque, or cement residues
- Align the camera properly
- Use a consistent background when needed; contrastors are recommended
- Mirrors, retractors, or other devices should not appear in the frame
- Images must be clear, high contrast, properly lit, and focused to highlight key clinical details
- Photos must be symmetrical and well-cropped
Orthodontic Treatment
Only orthodontic treatments that meet the specified criteria are accepted. Eligible cases include treatments using fixed appliances, mobile devices, or aligners aimed at correcting occlusion, tooth alignment, and/or arch positioning. If the treatment plan includes orthognathic surgery, the case will be reclassified under Interdisciplinary Oral Rehabilitation.
Case Description:
- A concise clinical case report, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial orthodontic diagnosis (classification, occlusal and/or aesthetic issues), final diagnosis, treatment plan, type of appliance used, and a brief case summary
- Presentation must include before/after intraoral and extraoral photos ± radiographic documentation (cephalometric, periapical, or panoramic images) relevant to the treatment
- Progress photos at key treatment stages are encouraged
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Follow standard orthodontic photographic protocol (frontal, lateral, occlusal views)
- Images must be clear, properly lit, and centered
- If facial changes are demonstrated (e.g., profile or smile), extraoral before/after photos are recommended
- All photos must respect confidentiality requirements and exclude any personal identifiers
- Images must be symmetrical and appropriately cropped
Periodontal Treatment
Only treatments aimed at the prevention, control, and/or regeneration of periodontal conditions are accepted, in accordance with international guidelines (EFP/AAP). Accepted cases may include non-surgical therapy, resective surgery, or regenerative procedures.
Case Description:
- A brief case description, not exceeding 3,500 words
- Include initial periodontal diagnosis (staging and grading per EFP/AAP), final diagnosis, treatment plan, therapeutic methods used (including antimicrobials or surgical interventions), and a summary
- Presentation must include before/after photos ± relevant radiographs (e.g., periapical, bitewings)
- Periodontal charting (probing depths, mobility, recession) before and after treatment is encouraged
Photo Documentation Guidelines:
- Images must clearly depict the condition of soft and hard tissues (e.g., gingiva, attachment, recession, plaque, calculus)
- Contrastors and mirror images are recommended to enhance visibility
- Photos must be of high clarity, contrast, brightness, and focus
- Images should be symmetrical and properly cropped
- Follow-up documentation showing clinical improvement is recommended
Updated to the competition rules
To ensure a fair competition and an optimal experience for all participants, we have updated the rules for the 4th edition of the gala. Here are the key changes compared to last year:
We invite you to review the full rules.
✅ New Categories in the Competition – We are expanding the competition to recognize excellence across a broader range of specializations. Starting with this edition, we are introducing two new categories:
Orthodontic Treatment
Periodontal Treatment
✅ Standardized Format for Submission – Cases must be presented in the form of a “case report,” accompanied by high-quality photographic documentation and a detailed description, in both Romanian and English, not exceeding 3,500 words.
📌 Important: Since at least one jury member is international each year, all submitted cases must also be available in English. You may upload two PDF files (one in Romanian and one in English, or a single bilingual PDF – Romanian + English).
✅ Case Submission Packages – If a participant purchases a package allowing the submission of multiple cases (e.g., 2 or 3 cases), they will receive a single ticket for access to the awards gala. However, if each case is submitted separately at full price, each submission will generate an individual ticket, with a maximum of 3 cases per doctor.
✅ Finalist Presentations – During the event, each finalist will have a maximum of 2 minutes to present their case. Optionally, they may include a voiceover of up to 1 minute within their presentation.
✅ Limited Number of Cases per Author – Each participant may submit a maximum of 3 cases in the competition, provided that these cases are distinct and meet the specific criteria of each selected category.
ABOUT THE EVENT
On December 6, 2025, at the Odeon Theatre, we celebrate excellence in dentistry!
We invite you to the 4th edition of the Romanian Dental Awards Gala, a landmark event dedicated to performance, innovation, and excellence in dentistry. In an elegant setting, we will recognize and honor professionals who contribute to the advancement of the field through remarkable practice and exceptional results.
The finalists of the competition, selected by a prestigious international jury, will present their cases to the audience. In addition to the jury’s vote, the attending public will have the opportunity to express their opinion, contributing to the selection of the winners in the 9 award categories.
The evening will conclude with a cocktail reception, giving you the chance to interact with the finalists, jury members, and event partners in a refined and relaxed atmosphere.
Join us for an unforgettable evening dedicated to the most valuable achievements in dentistry!
