We’re shining a light on America’s brightest new dentists with the 10 Under 10 Award. Developed by the ADA New Dentist Committee in 2017, this award recognizes 10 amazing dentists who graduated from a dental school accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation less than 10 years ago. We're celebrating dentists who demonstrate excellence and inspire others in science, research & education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership and advocacy.
Nominees who meet the following criteria will be considered:
- Active member of the American Dental Association
- Graduated from a U.S. accredited dental school between the years of 2015 and 2024, or be an international member of the American Dental Association graduating dental school between the years of 2015 and 2024
- Exhibited excellence in areas such as Science, Research & Education, Practice Excellence, Philanthropy, Leadership and Advocacy
The 2025 10 Under 10 Awards nomination period closed on December 31, 2024. Award winners will be announced at the Saturday lunch during Elevate, a new leadership conference in Washington D.C., March 28-30.
Join us in celebrating this year’s 10 under 10 winners at Elevate. Register now to gain practical insights, strategies and tools to effectively lead your teams through the ever-changing dental landscape. Learn from experts in entrepreneurship and communication, network and join immersive activities around the city. You’ll walk away with a solid leadership plan, a larger network and great new memories.