MouthWatch, Inc. has opened nominations for the 2025 Teledentistry Innovation Awards. Now in its eighth year, the program, known as the Tellies, recognizes individuals, institutions, and organizations that are implementing virtual care models to increase access to oral healthcare and improve patient outcomes.
According to the company, the Tellies honor a broad range of teledentistry applications across five categories:
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Dentists and specialists using virtual care to enhance patient experiences or clinical workflows.
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Hygienists implementing remote care models in public or private practice.
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Oral health programs such as dental support organizations and public health initiatives applying virtual tools to transform care delivery.
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Educational institutions integrating teledentistry into training or services.
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Industry innovators using virtual dental technology as a central component of care models.
“Teledentistry is no longer just a trend. It is an essential part of how oral healthcare is delivered and integrated within the broader health system,” said Brant Herman, founder and CEO of MouthWatch and Dentistry.One. “The Tellie Awards celebrate the individuals and organizations who are using technology to redefine how care is delivered, expand access, and make oral health a larger part of the healthcare conversation.”
Each winner will receive a $1,000 cash grant, an invitation to the 2025 Tellie Awards ceremony in New York City, and recognition through MouthWatch’s press announcements, social media, and a feature on the awards website.
“What we are seeing is a new level of creativity and commitment in how teledentistry is being used,” Herman added. “From connecting with underserved populations to improving care continuity, these efforts are driving meaningful change in both clinical care and public health. The Tellies are our way of honoring that progress every year.”
Nominations, including self-nominations, will be accepted through October 1, 2025. Submissions can be made at teledentistryinnovationawards.com. Winners will be announced during the 2025 Greater New York Dental Meeting, scheduled for November 28 through December 3. Details for the invitation-only awards ceremony will be shared at a later date.
MouthWatch, headquartered in Metuchen, New Jersey, develops digital tools to support dental professionals and patients, including intraoral cameras and the TeleDent platform for remote care delivery. Its virtual care brand, Dentistry.One, was designed to address system inefficiencies and promote the integration of oral health with overall healthcare. According to the company, its technology is used in more than 46,000 practices, over 30 dental support organizations, and more than 100 dental schools. More information is available at mouthwatch.com or dentistry.one.
