GC America Inc. is proud to announce the winners of the Glass Ionomer Showcase, which was GC America's celebration of 25 years of developing Glass Ionomer technology.
In order to participate, entrants were required to submit to GC America photos, articles, clinical and case studies, testimonials, videos, and/or techniques associated with a study or project on any topic related to the use of glass ionomer products. By participating in the contest, all participants agreed to allow GC America the right to use the previously unpublished, finished materials as appropriate for advertising, promotion and technical and clinical support.
The Glass Ionomer Showcase Contest ran from Sept. 1, 2002 to Feb. 28, 2003.
Winners of the Glass Ionomer Showcase Contest were determined by a panel of judges. The judging was based on the following criteria: Originality, Quality, Accuracy, and Consistency.
The following is the listing of prizes and winners.
Grand Prize Winner -
Prize: Trip for 2 to the 2003 FDI (World Dental Federation) Meeting in Sydney, Australia
Dr. Larry Herwig
1st Place Winners -
Prize: Trips for 2 to Chicago and Tickets to the 2003 All Star Baseball Game
1. Dr. Mark Cannon
2. Dr. Jeff Astroth
3. Dr. Robert Rada
4. Dr. Richard Parker
5. Dr. John Christensen
2nd Place Winners - Prize: $1,000
1. Dr. Scott Dillingham
2. Dr. Gustavo Carrasco
3. Dr. Terry Wilwerding
4. Dr. Laszlo Kalman
5. Dr. Olva Odlum
6. Dr. Shimon Friedman
Student Winners:
Grand Prize Winner -
Prize: $5,000 Cash Award
1. Ricardo Walter
First Prize Winner -
Prize: $1,000 Cash Award
1. Sarah Crisler