WSP RESIDENT COMPETITION

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COMPETITION INVITATION TO PRESENT AT THE 2025 WESTERN SOCIETY OF PERIODONTOLOGY ANNUAL SESSION

The Western Society of Periodontology is excited to invite periodontal residents to take the stage at
our 2025 Annual Session to showcase their clinical expertise, research, and innovation in
periodontology and implantology.

This is a unique opportunity to present your cutting-edge research, advanced clinical skills and
techniques, or exceptional case studies to an audience of peers, faculty, and leaders in the field
from around the world.

TWO POSTER COMPETITION CATEGORIES

  • Case Reports
  • Original Research (Research can be or has been published)

DURING THE 2025 CONFERENCE

Each candidate will have 15 minutes for an oral presentation, followed by 5 minutes of Q&A with the judging panel. Top two presentations in each category will receive cash awards and formalrecognition during the conference.Resident Presentation Session will be held on Friday,  September 12 from 1:00 – 5:30 PM Whether you are passionate about advancing research or showcasing excellence in clinical care, this is your moment to shine.

Participants will receive a special discount on annual conference registration fee and hotel.

POSTER COMPETITION HOW TO

2025 WSP ANNUAL CONFERENCE

How to Apply:

  • Online Submission Only : Complete the registration link below by August 8. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Email submissions to dgoldman@wsperio.org.

  • Deadline : Submissions must be received by 11:59 PM EDT on August 8, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

  • Review Process : Submissions will be reviewed by the WSP Conference Committee for relevance, clarity and quality. Applicants will receive an acceptance or rejection email by August 18, 2025. Please refrain from contacting WSP regarding your status before this date.

  • One Submission per Participant : Only one application per primary (main) author will be accepted.

  • Submission Categories

    • Case Report

      • Detailed report on an individual patient’s presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

    • Research (Basic Science or Clinical)

      • A structured investigation involving data collection, analysis, and hypothesis testing.

  • Abstract Requirements

    • Research Abstract should include:

      • Objectives

      • Material and Methods

      • Results, including relevant data/statistics

      • Conclusions (must be final and complete)

    • Case Report Abstract should include:

      • Rationale and clinical significance of the case 

      • Diagnosis and etiology

      • Treatment approach and outcomes

      • Conclusions (must be final and complete)

  • Acknowledgement of Financial Support : If applicable, please disclose any financial support (including funding source, amount, and grant number).

  • Confidentiality : By submitting applicants acknowledge that all information is free from confidentiality restrictions and may be publicly discussed and disseminated without limitation.

Important Dates

Application Deadline:

August 8, 2025

Acceptance Notification:

August 18, 2025

We look forward to receiving your submissions & celebrating your work at the WSP Annual Session 2025!