New Dental Health Award Now a Part of Digital Health Awards

Dedicated to recognizing innovation in oral-systemic health, the new Dental Health Award is now part of the Digital Health Awards, hosted by the Digital Health Hub Foundation.

The Digital Health Hub Foundation, in partnership with HLTH, announced Tuesday that it will be debuting the inaugural Dental Health Award this year. These awards, hosted by the Digital Health Hub Foundation, highlight the most impactful digital health companies worldwide. The grand finale is held during HLTH2024, a large global digital health convention, which celebrates both market leaders and promising startups. The event takes place October 20-23, 2024, in Las Vegas.

The application deadline is fast approaching—August 19th, 2024. For additional information and to apply, click here.

Winning the Dental Health Award offers a unique value proposition to participants, including $500,000 in grant money and unparalleled access to healthcare and oral health investors, as well as the vibrant HLTH and Digital Health Hub Foundation community. This initiative aims to spotlight the critical importance of oral health to both the economy and overall health, the foundation says, with awareness of the importance of oral-systemic health constantly on the rise.

"Investing in dental health innovation is investing in the future of comprehensive healthcare," Mariya Filipova, Dental Health Award Champion and Systemic Health Investor, says in a press release. "We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on innovators who are driving significant advancements in this essential part of health."

Mark H. Goldstein, founder and chairman of The Digital Health Hub Foundation and Digital Health Awards, adds, "This year, for the first time in our history, we are celebrating Dental Health innovators at the 6th Annual Digital Health Hub Foundation Awards at HLTH2024. This award underscores our commitment to fostering innovation across all facets of health and wellness."

"Dental health is often overlooked in the broader healthcare landscape, yet it plays a crucial role in overall health," says Lou Shuman, DMD, CAGS, and CEO at Cellerant Consulting. "We are excited to see this new award bring much-needed attention and investment to the field."

The Dental Health Award is significant for several reasons, but none bigger than the impact of oral-systemic health and the critical need for people to focus on oral care. Studies have shown that poor oral health can lead to severe economic consequences, including lost productivity and increased healthcare costs, amounting to billions of dollars annually. Additionally, the links between oral health and systemic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular conditions highlight the vital role dental health plays in overall health management.

At this fall’s event, there will be a new Oral Health Pavilion, an immersive experience that provides a longitudinal view of a patient's health journey, illustrating how medical and dental professionals collaborate to enhance patient outcomes, according to the HLTH website.

The Digital Health Hub Foundation Awards have a strong track record of recognizing and advancing innovative healthcare solutions. Now, with the addition of the Dental Health Award, the event continues to expand its influence, encouraging groundbreaking developments in oral-systemic health.

Call to Action: Apply now to be recognized as Best in Class or a Rising Star in Dental Health at the awards event. This is a chance to gain recognition, connect with key investors, and secure a substantial grant that could propel your next big breakthrough, the foundation states.

The Digital Health Hub Foundation is dedicated to identifying and recognizing the most innovative digital health solutions globally. By fostering connections between startups, investors, and industry leaders, it aims to accelerate the development and adoption of technologies that improve health outcomes.

HLTH is a leading event for healthcare innovation. It brings together senior leaders from across the health ecosystem to solve the industry's most pressing challenges and realize the most promising opportunities to improve health. HLTH creates a marketplace for health tech and innovation through its annual conference, showcasing the latest trends and technologies in healthcare.

Cellerant Consulting, founded by Dr Shuman, is a consultancy firm specializing in dental and healthcare innovation. The company provides strategic guidance and support to organizations looking to advance their technologies and services in the dental industry. Each year Cellerant selects a Best of Class Technology Awards and last September 17 dental products and technology were named as winners of the 2023 Cellerant Best of Class Technology award, announced by Dental Products Report.