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Kishimoto N, Mukai N, Honda Y, Hirata Y, Tanaka M, Momota Y. Simulation training for medical emergencies in the dental setting using an inexpensive software application. Eur J Dent Educ 2018; 22:e350-e357. [PMID: 29120509 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/17/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Every dental provider needs to be educated about medical emergencies to provide safe dental care. Simulation training is available with simulators such as advanced life support manikins and robot patients. However, the purchase and development costs of these simulators are high. We have developed a simulation training course on medical emergencies using an inexpensive software application. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the educational effectiveness of this course. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty-one dental providers participated in this study from December 2014 to March 2015. Medical simulation software was used to simulate a patient's vital signs. We evaluated participants' ability to diagnose and treat vasovagal syncope or anaphylaxis with an evaluation sheet and conducted a questionnaire before and after the scenario-based simulation training. RESULTS The median evaluation sheet score for vasovagal syncope increased significantly from 7/9 before to 9/9 after simulation training. The median score for anaphylaxis also increased significantly from 8/12 to 12/12 (P < .01). For the item "I can treat vasovagal syncope/anaphylaxis adequately," the percentage responding "Strongly agree" or "Agree" increased from 14% to 56% for vasovagal syncope and from 6% to 42% for anaphylaxis with simulation training. CONCLUSIONS This simulation course improved participants' ability to diagnose and treat medical emergencies and improved their confidence. This course can be offered inexpensively using a software application.
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- N Kishimoto
- Department of Anesthesiology, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics and Occlusion, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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- Institute of Dental Research, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics and Occlusion, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Osaka Dental University, Osaka, Japan
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Da'ar OB, Alshaya A. Is it cost-beneficial to society? Measuring the economic worth of dental residency training. Eval Program Plann 2018; 68:117-123. [PMID: 29549781 DOI: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2018.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2016] [Revised: 02/07/2018] [Accepted: 02/16/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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This study estimated whether continued programming of a highly specialized four-year dentistry residency training in Saudi Arabia was cost-beneficial. We utilized a purposive sampling to administer a survey to trainees in major cities. Additionally, we used publically available market information about general practitioners. We employed Benefit-Cost Analysis accounting approach as a conceptual framework. Using general practitioners as the base category, we grouped overall social analytical perspectives into resident trainees and rest of society. The residency program was cost-beneficial to trainees, realizing an estimated return of SR 4.07 per SR 1 invested. The overall societal return was SR 0.98 per SR 1 invested, slightly shy of a bang for the buck, in part because the public sector largely runs the training. Benefits included increased earnings and enhanced restorative dentistry skills accruing to trainees; increased charitable contributions and programming-related payments accruing to programs and the public; and practice-related payments accruing to governmental, professional, and insurance agencies. Rest of society, notably government underwrote much of the cost of programming. A sensitivity analysis revealed the results were robust to uncertainties in the data and estimation. Our findings offer evidence to evaluate whether continued residency training is cost-beneficial to trainees and potentially to overall society.
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- Omar B Da'ar
- Department of Health System & Quality Management, College of Public Health and Health Informatics, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Howe BJ, Allareddy V, Barwacz CA, Parker IR, Straub-Morarend CL, Holmes DC. Retention and recruitment of general dentists in an adjunct teaching model-A pilot study. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0181602. [PMID: 28715479 PMCID: PMC5513532 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0181602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2017] [Accepted: 07/03/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES Retention and recruitment of part time clinical adjunct faculty members in dental education is becoming increasingly difficult as dental schools come to rely on this workforce for their increased involvement in clinical education. Contributing factors include full time faculty shortage, aging workforce, practice and student debt, practice and family commitments, and financial compensation. This study attempts to ascertain barriers to teaching so appropriate strategies can be formulated to address this issue. METHODS In the spring of 2016 an email survey was sent to current and former adjunct faculty members to ascertain demographics and retention and recruitment strategies. Descriptive analyses were completed for all variables in the sample. RESULTS Twenty nine of forty six subjects responded to the survey with a response rate of 63%. Subjects over the age of sixty comprised 55% with only 17% being under the age of forty five. Overall family and practice commitments along with compensation were the primary barriers to teaching part time. For new dentists, student loan debt was the primary barrier to teaching. Travel to teach was also a barrier as 70% of respondents drove 200 miles or less to the dental school. CONCLUSION The study demonstrated that the aging part time work force is a great concern and new part time clinical adjunct faculty members must be recruited. Barriers to recruitment and retention of faculty must be considered and addressed to sustain this teaching model.
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- Brian J. Howe
- Department of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
- The Iowa Institute for Oral Health Research, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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- The Iowa Institute for Oral Health Research, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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- Department of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
- Craniofacial Clinical Research Program, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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- Department of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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- Department of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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- Department of Family Dentistry, College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
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Parkinson JW, Zeller GG. Clinical Performance Measures and Quality Improvement System Considerations for Dental Education. J Dent Educ 2017; 81:347-356. [PMID: 28250042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2016] [Accepted: 10/09/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Quality improvement and quality assurance programs are an integral part of providing excellence in health care delivery. The Dental Quality Alliance and the Commission on Dental Accreditation recognize this and have created standards and recommendations to advise health care providers and health care delivery systems, including dental schools, on measuring the quality of the care delivered to patients. Overall health care expenditures have increased, and the Affordable Care Act has made health care, including dentistry, available to more people in the United States. These increases in cost and in the number of patients accessing care contribute to a heightened interest in measurable quality improvement outcomes that reflect efficiency, effectiveness, and overall value. Practitioners and administrators, both in academia and in the "real world," need an understanding of various quality improvement methodologies available in order to select approaches that support effective monitoring of the quality of care delivered. This article compares and contrasts various quality improvement approaches, programs, and systems currently in use in order to assist dental providers and administrators in choosing quality improvement methodologies pertinent to their practice or institution.
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- Joseph W Parkinson
- Dr. Parkinson is Interim Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Director of Clinics, Department of General Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, East Carolina University; and Dr. Zeller is Associate Dean for Institutional Effectiveness and Professor, Department of Oral Health Practice, College of Dentistry, University of Kentucky.
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- Dr. Parkinson is Interim Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Director of Clinics, Department of General Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, East Carolina University; and Dr. Zeller is Associate Dean for Institutional Effectiveness and Professor, Department of Oral Health Practice, College of Dentistry, University of Kentucky
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Plunkett L. NYSDA Takes its Message Directly to Lawmakers. N Y State Dent J 2017; 83:4-7. [PMID: 29919997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Nicholson S, Vujicic M, Wanchek T, Ziebert A, Menezes A. The effect of education debt on dentists' career decisions. J Am Dent Assoc 2017; 146:800-7. [PMID: 26514885 DOI: 10.1016/j.adaj.2015.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2015] [Revised: 05/07/2015] [Accepted: 05/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of the study was to determine whether there is an association between the amount of education debt on completing dental school (initial debt) and certain career decisions. METHODS The authors surveyed 1,842 practicing dentists who completed dental school between 1996 and 2011 to ascertain their initial education debt, the balance on their debt in 2013, and a variety of specialization and practice decisions made during their careers. Data also included demographic characteristics and parental income and education levels. RESULTS Dentists with higher initial debt were less likely to specialize and more likely to enter private practice, accept high-paying jobs on graduation, and work longer hours. Choice of employment setting, practice ownership, and whether to provide Medicaid and charity care were associated with dentists' sexes and races but not debt. CONCLUSIONS High debt levels influenced some career decisions, but the magnitude of these effects was small compared with the effects of demographic characteristics, including race and sex, on career choices. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Policy makers concerned about the influence of student debt on the professional decisions of dental school graduates should recognize that students' demographic characteristics may be more powerful in driving career choices.
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Conlon SM. Will the Cost of Dental Education Soon Outweigh the Benefit? J Mich Dent Assoc 2016; 98:14. [PMID: 30047637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Friedrichsen SW. Moving Toward 21st-Century Clinical Licensure Examinations in Dentistry. J Dent Educ 2016; 80:639-640. [PMID: 27251343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- Steven W Friedrichsen
- Dr. Steven W. Friedrichsen is Dean and Professor, College of Dental Medicine, Western University of Health Sciences.
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Zehak G. Despite changes, our future holds promise. CDS Rev 2016; 109:6-7. [PMID: 27451532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Grossman M. A Not So Bright Economic Future. N Y State Dent J 2016; 82:8. [PMID: 27348943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Burke FJT. Back to the present. Dent Update 2016; 43:105. [PMID: 27188125 DOI: 10.12968/denu.2016.43.2.105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Schumann TC, Schumann TC. Student Loan Strategies for New Dentists. J Mich Dent Assoc 2016; 98:64-66. [PMID: 27120967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Taylor H. Parallels between the Development of the Nurse Practitioner and the Advancement of the Dental Hygienist. J Dent Hyg 2016; 90:6-11. [PMID: 26896511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Dental hygienists have often been described as the registered nurses of the dental field. Similar parallels also exist between the development of the nurse practitioner from the nursing profession and the evolution of the dental hygiene practice and profession. This article explores 3 major similarities between the professions of nurse practitioner and dental hygienist. Public health issues, educational constructs, and the social and political environments shaping each profession are discussed to inform dental hygienists of their potential career options for future expanded therapeutic care roles.
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Kearney RC, Premaraj S, Smith BM, Olson GW, Williamson AE, Romanos G. Massive Open Online Courses in Dental Education: Two Viewpoints: Viewpoint 1: Massive Open Online Courses Offer Transformative Technology for Dental Education and Viewpoint 2: Massive Open Online Courses Are Not Ready for Primetime. J Dent Educ 2016; 80:121-127. [PMID: 26834128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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This point/counterpoint article discusses the strengths and weaknesses of incorporating Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) into dental education, focusing on whether this relatively new educational modality could impact traditional dental curricula. Viewpoint 1 asserts that MOOCs can be useful in dental education because they offer an opportunity for students to learn through content and assessment that is delivered online. While specific research on MOOCs is limited, some evidence shows that online courses may produce similar learning outcomes to those in face-to-face courses. Given that MOOCs are intended to be open source, there could be opportunities for dental schools with faculty shortages and financial constraints to incorporate these courses into their curricula. In addition to saving money, dental schools could use MOOCs as revenue sources in areas such as continuing education. Viewpoint 2 argues that the hype over MOOCs is subsiding due in part to weaker than expected evidence about their value. Because direct contact between students, instructors, and patients is essential to the dental curriculum, MOOCs have yet to demonstrate their usefulness in replacing more than a subset of didactic courses. Additionally, learning professionalism, a key component of health professions education, is best supported by mentorship that provides significant interpersonal interaction. In spite of the potential of early MOOC ideology, MOOCs in their current form require either further development or altered expectations to significantly impact dental education.
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- Rachel C Kearney
- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine.
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- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
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- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
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- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
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- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
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- Prof. Kearney is Assistant Professor, Division of Dental Hygiene, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry; Dr. Premaraj is Associate Professor and Program Director, Department of Growth and Development, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Restorative Clinical Sciences, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry; Dr. Olson is Associate Professor, Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Departments, Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Dr. Williamson is Associate Professor and Program Director of Advanced Education in Endodontics, The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics; and Dr. Romanos is Professor, Department of Periodontology, Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine
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Schumann TC, Schumann TC. How to Properly Manage Debt. J Mich Dent Assoc 2016; 98:66-68. [PMID: 27029186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Cannon PN. Big Steps in the Right Direction. Northwest Dent 2016; 95:7-60. [PMID: 26983339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Keim RG. The Burden of Student Debt. J Clin Orthod 2016; 50:9-10. [PMID: 26919640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Pruzansky DP, Ellis B, Park JH. Influence of Student-Loan Debt on Orthodontic Residents and Recent Graduates. J Clin Orthod 2016; 50:24-32. [PMID: 26919635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- Dawn P Pruzansky
- Postgraduate Orthodontic Program, Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, A.T. Still University, 5835 E. Still Circle, Mesa, AZ 85206
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- Postgraduate Orthodontic Program, Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, A.T. Still University, 5835 E. Still Circle, Mesa, AZ 85206
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- Postgraduate Orthodontic Program, Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, A.T. Still University, 5835 E. Still Circle, Mesa, AZ 85206; Graduate School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Korea.
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Combating the Opioid Crisis Through Education. NIH funds educational modules in pain management. Harv Dent Bull 2016; 76:4-5. [PMID: 27356313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Reinhardt JW. Improving the Fiscal Sustainability of Teaching Clinics at Dental Schools. J Dent Educ 2015; 79:1393-1395. [PMID: 26632292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Educational patient care clinics are becoming an increasingly important source of revenue for dental schools. Revenue from clinics can help offset the rising cost of dental education. In addition, those clinics represent a source of income over which the schools have reasonably direct control. Recently, a group of nine U.S. dental schools conducted a detailed financial survey of their clinics and shared the confidential results with each other. The purpose of their analysis was to develop benchmarks for key factors related to clinical financial productivity and expenses and to define best practices to guide improvements at each school. The survey found significant variations among the nine schools in revenue produced by predoctoral students and by postdoctoral residents. There were similar variations for levels of clinical staffing. By sharing the results of the survey with each other, the individual schools gained a strong understanding of the business strengths or weakness of their own clinical programs. That information gave each school's leaders the opportunity to investigate how they might improve their clinical fiscal sustainability.
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- John W Reinhardt
- Dr. Reinhardt is Professor, Department of Adult Restorative Dentistry, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry.
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Badger GR, Fryer CES, Giannini PJ, Townsend JA, Huja S. Helping Dental Students Make Informed Decisions About Private Practice Employment Options in a Changing Landscape. J Dent Educ 2015; 79:1396-1401. [PMID: 26632293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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According to the 2014 American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Survey of Dental School Seniors, 45.3% of new graduates planned to enter private practice immediately after graduation; of those, while 65% planned to become an associate dentist in a private practice, 28.3% intended to enter a corporate group practice-the only category that saw an increase over the previous year. Current trends indicate that the number of new graduates choosing to enter some form of private practice without further education will continue to remain high, due in large part to the need to repay educational debt. In light of these trends, the question that must be asked is whether dental schools are optimally preparing students to make informed decisions regarding future employment options in the changing dental practice landscape. This article argues that dental schools should review their curricula to ensure graduates are being prepared for this changing environment and the increased business pressures associated with dental practice. Important considerations in preparing dental students to be successful in the process of selecting a practice model are identified.
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- Gary R Badger
- Dr. Badger is Associate Professor, Chair, and Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston; Dr. Fryer is Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Howard University College of Dentistry; Dr. Giannini is Associate Professor, Department of Oral Biology and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Cruzan Center for Dental Research, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Townsend is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry; and Dr. Huja is Professor and Division Chief of Orthodontics, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry.
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- Dr. Badger is Associate Professor, Chair, and Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston; Dr. Fryer is Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Howard University College of Dentistry; Dr. Giannini is Associate Professor, Department of Oral Biology and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Cruzan Center for Dental Research, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Townsend is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry; and Dr. Huja is Professor and Division Chief of Orthodontics, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
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- Dr. Badger is Associate Professor, Chair, and Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston; Dr. Fryer is Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Howard University College of Dentistry; Dr. Giannini is Associate Professor, Department of Oral Biology and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Cruzan Center for Dental Research, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Townsend is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry; and Dr. Huja is Professor and Division Chief of Orthodontics, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
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- Dr. Badger is Associate Professor, Chair, and Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston; Dr. Fryer is Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Howard University College of Dentistry; Dr. Giannini is Associate Professor, Department of Oral Biology and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Cruzan Center for Dental Research, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Townsend is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry; and Dr. Huja is Professor and Division Chief of Orthodontics, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
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- Dr. Badger is Associate Professor, Chair, and Program Director, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, The University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston; Dr. Fryer is Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Howard University College of Dentistry; Dr. Giannini is Associate Professor, Department of Oral Biology and Director of Clinical and Translational Research, Cruzan Center for Dental Research, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry; Dr. Townsend is Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry; and Dr. Huja is Professor and Division Chief of Orthodontics, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry
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Kassebaum DK. Can New Collaborations Decrease Costs and Increase the Value of Clinical Education in Dentistry? J Dent Educ 2015; 79:1391-1392. [PMID: 26632291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- Denise K Kassebaum
- Dr. Denise K. Kassebaum is Dean, University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine;
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Hopwood E. Debt and the New Dentist. Todays FDA 2015; 27:80-81. [PMID: 26783590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Abdelkarim A, Sullivan D. Contrasting Perspectives of Dental Faculty and Their Students Concerning Dental Academia. N Y State Dent J 2015; 81:23-29. [PMID: 26749780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Attitudes of dental students and faculty towards research, faculty recruitment, new school openings, and academic career rewards and disadvantages were evaluated. Both groups believe that research should be discretionary. Faculty had significantly higher support for supervising and encouraging students to conduct research. Students favored recruitment of better quality (not more) faculty, and some displayed concerns about a tuition increase if additional faculty members were recruited. Both groups said there is no significant need for new dental schools. Faculty displayed a more favorable view toward an academic career and a significantly more favorable view of faculty recruitment.
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Philips FT. The Dental Education Loan Repayment Program. A Strategy for Reducing Barriers to Dental Care in Texas. Tex Dent J 2015; 132:828-829. [PMID: 26710590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Thomas HF. Address by Chair-elect of the ADEA Board of Directors. J Dent Educ 2015; 79:738-740. [PMID: 26513828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Sisk S. The FUTURE of DENTISTRY. CDS Rev 2015; 108:16-17. [PMID: 26364489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Glickman GN. Return on investment in dental education: is it worth it? J Dent Educ 2015; 79:615. [PMID: 26034024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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- Gerald N Glickman
- Dr. Glickman is Professor and Chair of the Department of Endodontics and Director of Graduate Endodontics, Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry, 3302 Gaston Ave., Dallas, TX 75246; . He was 2012-13 President of the American Dental Education Association, during which time he established and served on the Presidential Task Force on the Cost of Dental Education and Student Borrowing
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Johnston M. An Interview with Dr. Mark Johnston 2015-16 MDA President. J Mich Dent Assoc 2015; 97:30-35. [PMID: 26285526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Reports Highlight Importance of Residency Training in Underserved Areas. Am Fam Physician 2015; 91:354. [PMID: 27227179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Rajagopalan N, Lamacki WF. A student's perspective. CDS Rev 2015; 108:22-23. [PMID: 25939145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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State Program Provides Student Loan Relief; Deadline to Apply Coming Up Soon. J Mich Dent Assoc 2015; 97:16. [PMID: 26292485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Brown E, Klink K. Teaching Health Center GME Funding Instability Threatens Program Viability. Am Fam Physician 2015; 91:168-170. [PMID: 25822269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Loan Repayment Program Assists Dentists. J Mich Dent Assoc 2015; 97:15. [PMID: 26285492] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Feldman CA. Cost of dental education, student indebtedness, and our social contract. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:1479-1480. [PMID: 25362687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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- Cecile A Feldman
- Dr. Feldman is Dean of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, 110 Bergen Street, Newark, NJ 07103-2400; 973-972-4633;
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Bertolami CN, Berne R. Access to care: leveraging dental education. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:1481-1488. [PMID: 25362688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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If it is not a naïve expectation for dentists who have been beneficiaries of public generosity to share their good fortune with the public that made it possible, there may be a rational basis for enhancing the role of dental education in improving access to oral health care by promoting-but not requiring-a voluntary service commitment after graduation commensurate with the magnitude of the subsidy received. Such an approach would be in accordance with the Institute of Medicine's report Improving Access to Oral Health Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations, but without the governmental coercion explicit in the report. A sustainable alternative proposal is made here, offering both greater options to students in the financing of their dental education and greater obligations for those students who accept state subsidies: providing tuition discounts for students of state-supported dental schools based not on past residency status but rather on a future commitment to public service. This arrangement could be good public policy that might also help to create a culture in which dental students are given authentic options as part of a profession-wide ideology of public service. The result could well contribute to improved oral health care for the underserved.
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- Charles N Bertolami
- Dr. Bertolami is Herman Robert Fox Dean, College of Dentistry, New York University; and Dr. Berne is Executive Vice President for Health, New York University.
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- Dr. Bertolami is Herman Robert Fox Dean, College of Dentistry, New York University; and Dr. Berne is Executive Vice President for Health, New York University
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Fu MM, Rodriguez A, Chen RY, Fu E, Liao SY, Karimbux NY. Administrative trends in U.S. dental schools. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:1508-1512. [PMID: 25362691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The aims of this study were to analyze the administrative trends in U.S. dental schools at the beginning and end of a thirteen-year period and to identify the predictive factors for those changes. Administrative trends were measured by the difference in the number of major administrative positions for 1997 and 2010 reported in American Dental Education Association (ADEA) and American Dental Association (ADA) publications. Secondary measures (program length, student enrollment, and tuition) were also gathered. The mean numbers of administrative positions per school significantly increased over the study period, while the mean number of clinical science departments per school significantly decreased. The change in the number of directors was positively correlated with the change in student enrollment, but inversely correlated with the change in number of vice/associate/assistant deans. The change in the number of clinical science departments was positively correlated with changes in student enrollment and out-of-state tuition, but inversely correlated with the change in in-state tuition. The number of all departments per U.S. dental school significantly decreased in this period. The schools that had consolidation of clinical science departments were less likely to have increases in student enrollment and out-of-state tuition, but more likely to have increases in in-state tuition.
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- Martin M Fu
- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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- Dr. Martin Fu is Research Fellow, Department of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Rodriguez is a resident, Department of Periodontology, Boston University School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Chen is a resident, Department of Developmental Biology, Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Dr. Earl Fu is Professor, Department of Periodontology, School of Dentistry, National Defense Medical Center and Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC; Dr. Liao is Resident Physician, University of California, Riverside; and Dr. Karimbux is Professor, Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.
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Stafford GL, Nourzad F, Lobb WK, Beall JR. The economic costs and benefits of dental education: an empirical analysis. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:1497-1507. [PMID: 25362690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The rising costs associated with obtaining a dental education have caused some to question the financial benefit of pursuing a dental degree. There is a concern that recent graduates may have difficulty finding professional opportunities that provide the income necessary to service their accumulated educational debt. The aim of this study was to evaluate the trends in educational costs to aid in making an accurate appraisal of the financial benefit of a dental education. Adjusted into constant dollar terms, data from a variety of sources were collected for economic variables such as tuition, fees, student indebtedness, and dentists' earnings. These variables were then analyzed to determine the true costs and benefits of obtaining a dental education. The results showed that, over the course of the last decade, educational costs increased faster than the real net income of practicing dentists, which led to a decline in the return on investment in dental education. However, regardless of an applicant's choice of public or private dental school, there continues to be a positive economic return on students' commitment of both financial resources and time to receive a dental education.
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- Gary L Stafford
- Dr. Stafford is Chair, Department of General Dental Sciences, Marquette University School of Dentistry; Dr. Nourzad is Professor, Department of Economics, Marquette University; Dr. Lobb is Dean, Marquette University School of Dentistry; and Mr. Beall is a Candidate for M.S. in Applied Economics, Department of Economics, Marquette University.
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- Dr. Stafford is Chair, Department of General Dental Sciences, Marquette University School of Dentistry; Dr. Nourzad is Professor, Department of Economics, Marquette University; Dr. Lobb is Dean, Marquette University School of Dentistry; and Mr. Beall is a Candidate for M.S. in Applied Economics, Department of Economics, Marquette University
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- Dr. Stafford is Chair, Department of General Dental Sciences, Marquette University School of Dentistry; Dr. Nourzad is Professor, Department of Economics, Marquette University; Dr. Lobb is Dean, Marquette University School of Dentistry; and Mr. Beall is a Candidate for M.S. in Applied Economics, Department of Economics, Marquette University
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- Dr. Stafford is Chair, Department of General Dental Sciences, Marquette University School of Dentistry; Dr. Nourzad is Professor, Department of Economics, Marquette University; Dr. Lobb is Dean, Marquette University School of Dentistry; and Mr. Beall is a Candidate for M.S. in Applied Economics, Department of Economics, Marquette University
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Swarney M. Day on the Hill 2014. Pa Dent J (Harrisb) 2014; 81:26-28. [PMID: 27344693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Eijkman MAJ. [Unrest within the Universities]. Ned Tijdschr Tandheelkd 2014; 121:419. [PMID: 25296467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Valachovic RW. Report of ADEA President and CEO. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:957-964. [PMID: 24986978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Garcia LT. Address by Chair-elect of the ADEA Board of Directors. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:954-956. [PMID: 24986977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Merchant VA. The impact of student loan debt. J Mich Dent Assoc 2014; 96:20. [PMID: 25163176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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McCarley D. President's message. Tex Dent J 2014; 131:496. [PMID: 25265682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Israelson H. Trustee's address to the Texas Dental Association House of Delegates. May 1, 2014. Tex Dent J 2014; 131:436-440. [PMID: 25163217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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McCarley DH. Incoming president's address to the Texas Dental Association House of Delegates. May 4, 2014. Tex Dent J 2014; 131:442-447. [PMID: 25163218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Chambers DW. Factors driving recent changes in dentists' incomes. J Calif Dent Assoc 2014; 42:331-337. [PMID: 25087352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Evans WG. Choice or commitment? SADJ 2014; 69:146. [PMID: 24984386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Polverini PJ. Why integrating research and scholarship into dental education matters. J Dent Educ 2014; 78:332-333. [PMID: 24609335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Cobb CM. Academic dentistry in the 21st century: professional dental education or development of a trade guild. J Calif Dent Assoc 2014; 42:101-103. [PMID: 25076592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Over the last decade, 10 new dental schools have been established and several more are on the drawing board for the near future. The overlying philosophy for this new generation of dental school is driven by a combination of societal and financial issues. As with many profound changes in educational philosophy, sooner or later there are always the unintended consequences that must be confronted. This article addresses several of the potential consequences.
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