FAQs for Abstract Submission

No, all abstracts will be blind reviewed to ensure a fair and scientific review. Abstracts will be reviewed under each of the elements indicated in the guidelines for the submission type as well as for the level of innovation/contribution to the field and the general standard of academic writing of the abstract.

Yes, you will be asked to indicate this on the submission form. They must be properly acknowledged by providing the citation to the original abstract. It will not impact on the review process.

You can be a co-author on any number of abstracts but the presenter of only one oral and one poster presentation.

No, but the presenter must be part of the research team.

Yes, we are keen to receive abstracts from graduate students, clinicians, educators, researchers and dental therapists.

Yes, broadly the topic must relate to dental hygiene, but this can include research on different population groups and settings, use of technology, public health and advocacy, and education. We are also accepting submissions related to dental therapy with the same focus as above.

No, the deadline is firm and will not be extended.

Yes, in fact we recommend that you check out the online submission form to see what information is required. You will need to set up a new user account and create a login and password. It’s advisable not to leave it until the last minute!

You must hit the “SAVE” button in order to save the information you have entered. You can return any number of times to update or change your submission before the Jan 7 (Mon), 2026.

If your oral submission is not accepted, it will automatically be considered as a poster submission. 

Base your decision on the extent of the research and your comfort level when presenting. Ultimately, the length of the presentation will depend on the space available in the programme, so your preferred length may not be available but an alternative length will be offered if the abstract is accepted.

Yes, you will be able to amend your submission right up to the closing date for submissions, the Jan 7 (Wed), 2026.

No, the title along with the authors names are entered online during the submission process and do not count in the 350 words allowed for the abstract.

You will receive an email to confirm your submission has been finalized. The email will come from abstractISDH2026@oic.it so we recommend adding this address to your contacts list, so it is not directed to your Junk folder.

The corresponding author will be notified by the Mar 6 (Fri), 2026.

Yes, at least one author must register in full to attend and present the abstract at the Symposium.