Grants & Awards
Perio Link ™ Award
Raising awareness about the link between oral health and general health
What is the Perio Link ™ Award?
The Sunstar Perio Link ™ Award acknowledges scientific research that explores the connection between oral health and general health. The award highlights studies that improve our understanding of how oral care affects overall well-being. It recognizes researchers whose work has made a positive impact on public health by advancing knowledge in this important area.
The 2025 edition of the Perio Link™ Award has concluded. The next edition will launch in 2027.

How does the Perio Link ™ Award Work?

Who can participate?
Researchers and clinicians who have published a paper on the link between oral health and general health are eligible to participate.

How to apply
Applicants must submit a 1-minute video in English explaining the main points of their paper and its findings.

Voting Process
All eligible videos will be published on the Sunstar Oral Health YouTube channel. The video with the most votes, determined by the public, will be the winner.

Award & Recognition
The winner will receive a trip to EuroPerio11 in Vienna (May 2025), and $1,000 USD. An award ceremony will take place in the congress.