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Article Abstract:

The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) wants to increase the transfer of research findings from the laboratory into clinical practice. Many dentists do not actively pursue research information. They underuse computer databases, express little interest in new information retrieval techniques, and attend few seminars where research findings are translated into clinical practice. Researchers may not present their results in easily accessible, readable publications. Leaders in dentistry fear that the process of information transfer from researchers to clinicians is faulty. Dental journals, particularly JADA, are the primary source of new information for dentists. To facilitate scientific transfer, JADA established an advisory board that assists in research selection and assessment. Editors are considering the addition of expert commentaries, short research reviews, modified abstracts, and an electronic bulletin board to JADA.

Usage, Information services, Dentists, Dentistry, Dental research

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Pew!

Article Abstract:

The American Dental Association should take a more active role in assuring the quality of dental care before Congress does it for them. The Pew Health Professions Commission report insisted that the federal government should publish standards of care that state legislatures could implement. The standards would include regular competency exams and records inspections. The MinnesotaCare Law shows that states can impose programs on dentists that many dentists oppose. The California Dental Association and the Utah Dental Association lead the way in giving professional organizations greater say in these quality assurance programs.

Quality management, Dental care, Oral hygiene

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DMSOs: a reality check

Article Abstract:

Dental managed service organizations (DMSOs) can provide billing, office management, scheduling, group purchasing, and other services, or acquire the assets of the practice and substantially control its operations. DMSOs can provide valuable management for dentists, who often lack effective business skills. DMSOs may also purchase dental practices from dentists. Orthodontic Centers of America, a large DMSO, predicts that managed orthodontic practices will make up 20-35% of the market by 2003.

Management, Economic aspects, Managed care plans (Medical care), Dental offices

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