Dr Ewa Czochrowska is the European Orthodontic Society's 2020 Distinguished Teacher. Here is what this important award means to her:

I was thrilled, when I was told I would receive the Distinguished Teacher Award from the European Orthodontic Society. Not only because this award is something very precious for any educator, but also as a recognition of my work within the field of tooth transplantation. 

I have heard, that a good teacher explains, whilst a great teacher inspires. I believe that my lectures and publications have inspired other colleagues to apply this technique in their young patients with missing teeth. 

"To see the smiles of children, who have tragically lost their incisors, but then had them replaced with their own, perfectly reshaped and long-lasting teeth is the best reward for our daily clinical work. 

 We are all committed to high standards, but this quality generally starts with inspirational teachers. I am very grateful to be recognised as one of this very special group".