The Dentistry DSO Awards is a brand-new award ceremony dedicated to celebrating excellence across dental groups, the awards recognise the organisations shaping the future of dentistry. Honouring achievements in outstanding clinical care, patient experience, innovation and leadership at scale, these awards highlight the impact of DSOs across the industry.

The awards are open to all DSO Groups which currently have more than 3 operational sites.

Just hit any ‘start your entry now’ button.

The entry process is now easier than ever. Each category has clear questions, guidance on uploads and required formats.

For detailed instructions on the entry process, required formats, and judging criteria, please refer to the entry guidelines here.

Entries open on 28th April 2026 and close on 17th July 2026.

No, entering Dentistry DSO Awards is completely free.

There are 10 categories recognising everything from culture, patient care and innovation to growth and brand, culminating in the ultimate accolade of Emerging DSO and DSO of the Year, the DSO Awards shine a spotlight on the teams and strategies driving success across today’s most dynamic dental organisations.

Yes, you can start your entry now, save your progress and then log back into the portal to make amendments to your submission at any time before you finally submit. Please note that all entries need to be completed and submitted by the final entry deadline on the 17th July 2026. 

Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of 20 industry experts, chaired by Dr Ben Atkins, ensuring that every submission is judged fairly and thoroughly.

Yes, the judging process is strictly confidential. Judges are bound by a non-disclosure agreement, and all information submitted in your entry is kept confidential.

Entries are judged based on a set of criteria outlined for each award category, you can find full details in the entry guide. The process is rigorous and involves multiple rounds of review to ensure fairness and accuracy. Judges’ decisions are final.

Shortlists for all categories will be announced on the 1st October 2026.

The awards ceremony will take place on Friday 11th December at The Underglobe, London.

Yes, attendance at the ceremony requires a ticket or table booking. Full details, including ticket prices and table packages, will be displayed on the website.

The best way to find out is by attending the awards ceremony! This is a great opportunity to network with peers and celebrate the greatest achievements in the Dental Industry. Our social media team will also share results online as they are announced at the event.

For any event-related enquiries, including accessibility, entry requirements, or general questions, please contact our events team at: events@fmc.co.uk

For sponsorship enquiries, contact ivana.perkins@fmc.co.uk. Our team will work with you to create a tailored and impactful presence at the awards, connecting with the dental community through both digital channels and the live event.