Dent - Innovate

About DENT-INNOVATE 2026 DENT-INNOVATE 2026 is an interdisciplinary postgraduate e-poster competition spotlighting forward-thinking ideas that advance patient-centred care. The competition serves as a stage for postgraduate dental scholars and practitioners to showcase creative concepts, research breakthroughs, and technology-driven solutions addressing contemporary challenges in dentistry. Themes & Focus Areas Integration of AI, digital workflows, and smart technologies in clinical dentistry Novel materials, biomaterials, and regenerative therapeutics Preventative, minimally invasive, and patient-centric dental care models Tele-dentistry, accessibility, and public health innovations Clinical problem-solving and multidisciplinary treatment protocols Eligibility & Team Guidelines Target Audience: Open to all registered Postgraduate Dental Students (MDS / equivalent clinical postgraduates / dental residents). Team Composition: Individual participation or teams of up to 2–3 members (as permitted by institutional guidelines). Inter-specialization teams: Allowed. Inter-college teams: Allowed. Competition Format & Rounds Round 1: Abstract & E-Poster Submission (Preliminary Round) Submit a structured abstract (maximum 250–300 words) summarizing the innovation, methodology, clinical relevance, and anticipated outcomes. Upload the static digital e-poster according to the submission specifications. Round 2: Virtual / Live Presentation & Q&A (Final Round) Shortlisted finalists will present their e-poster before a panel of jury members. Presentation duration: 5 minutes presentation + 3 minutes Q&A. E-Poster Specifications Format: PDF or high-resolution JPEG/PNG. Orientation: Landscape (16:9 aspect ratio recommended). Content Flow: Title, Background & Problem Statement, Proposed Innovation/Methodology, Clinical Applications & Patient Impact, Conclusion/Future Directions. Readability: Clear visual hierarchy with legible fonts (minimum 16–18 pt for body text). Evaluation Criteria Originality & Innovation (30%): Novelty of the concept and creative problem-solving approach. Clinical Relevance & Patient Impact (30%): Feasibility of translation into routine dental practice and benefits to patient outcomes. Scientific Rigour & Methodology (20%): Soundness of data, scientific backing, and logical structuring. Poster Design & Presentation Quality (20%): Visual clarity, concise delivery, and ability to address jury queries. Rules & Code of Conduct All submissions must represent original work. Plagiarism or unauthorized use of intellectual property will lead to immediate disqualification. Patient anonymity must be strictly maintained in all clinical images and case documentation in accordance with ethical standards. The decision of the scientific committee and jury panel will be final and binding.