Contemporary dental practice in the UK: demographic details and practising arrangements in 2008

Brunton, Paul; Burke, Trevor; Sharif, Mohammad Owaise; Muirhead, Elaine; Creanor, Siobhan; Wilson, Nairn

doi:10.1038/sj.bdj.2011.1098

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“…In the UK, over 90% of dentistry is provided in primary dental care by general dental practitioners (GDPs). (1,2) How GDPs practice, the materials and techniques they use is therefore of considerable interest. Previously, questionnaire studies have investigated primary dental care in the UK.…”

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“…Previously, questionnaire studies have investigated primary dental care in the UK. (1,(3)(4)(5) Questionnaires of this type provide valuable information about the current practising habits of general dental practitioners and allow for a comparison of practice with the available evidence for best practice, where it exists. In addition, trends and gaps in practice can be identified, which might be a focus for postgraduate education initiatives in the future.…”

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Dental practice in the UK in 2015/2016. Part 3: aspects of indirect restorations and fixed prosthodontics

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This paper reports data which helps identify changes and trends in the provision of indirect fixed prostheses in general dental practice in the UK. Objectives: To determine by means of an anonymous, self-report questionnaire, the current trend in the provision of fixed prosthodontics treatments, with a special emphasis on the choice of treatment modalities, techniques and materials. Methods: The data presented were extracted from the data obtained from a validated, 121-question questionnaire distributed at random to general dental practitioners in the UK attending postgraduate meetings in 2015/2016, with a wide distribution of locations. Results: A response rate exceeding 66% was achieved. Amalgam and light cured composite were the preferred material for core build-up of vital teeth for around 62% of the respondents. Dentine pins were still being used by 66% of the respondents. The vast majority of respondents (92%) used a post and core to restore root treated teeth. Fibre posts were the most commonly used (63%) type of preformed post among the respondents. Using the opposing and adjacent teeth as a reference to control tooth structure reduction during vital tooth preparation was the most common method, used by 42% of the respondents. Addition cured silicone impression materials were the most frequently used impression material (78%). The surveyed practitioners were equally split between precious and non-precious metals as substructure for indirect restorations. Glassionomer luting cements (47%) and resin-based cements (52%) were the most commonly used to cement porcelain fused to metal and zirconia indirect restorations, respectively.Laboratory-made aesthetic veneers were prescribed by half of the respondents, while a third of them preferred direct resin composite as a veneer material. Conclusions Within the limitations of the study, it was concluded that there has been an increase in the use of adhesive bonding and metal-free restorations. Amalgam and dentine pins continued to be used, contrary to international trends. Studies of the type reported are considered important in investigating trends and developments in dentistry.

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“…[1][2][3] The first of the current series of papers reported on demographic data and practising arrangements. 4 The third paper will report the findings of Objective To investigate, by postal questionnaire, aspects of the selection and use of direct restorative materials, endodontic techniques and approaches to bleaching by general dental practitioners in the UK, and to compare and contrast the findings with those of a related study reported in 2004. Methods A questionnaire comprising 18 questions, each of a number of elements, was sent to 1,000 general dental practitioners in the UK, selected at random from the Dentists Register.…”

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“…This questionnaire study was designed to investigate the demographic and practice arrangements of a random sample of general dentists in New Zealand. It was considered timely and relevant due to what has been reported in other countries in which this topic had been investigated [6, 9]. The practising habits of dentists are influenced by numerous factors, including the country of graduation, postgraduate training, CPD, and other courses [10].…”

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“…However, the proportion of female dentists increased to 36.5% in 2012 from 35.2 in 2011 [12]. Similarly, the UK-based study had a 67% male response rate in 2008 and a 73% male response rate in 2000 [6, 8]. This suggests a continuation of the trend that dentistry is becoming less male-dominated and is a popular choice of profession for both sexes across the globe.…”

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Demographics, Practising Arrangements, and Standards: Survey among New Zealand Dentists

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Background To determine the demographic profile and practising arrangements of general dentists in New Zealand. Methods A questionnaire comprising 19 sections with 125 questions was distributed via mail to 351 general dentists in New Zealand who were selected, at random, from the Dental Council of New Zealand's 2016 register. Results Two hundred and four questionnaires were returned, of which 188 were usable giving a response rate of 53.5%. The majority of the respondents (63.5%) were male and practice principals (56.8%). Fifty-nine percent of the practices were located in city or town centres with a wide geographic distribution. Sole practitioners accounted for 24.1% of respondents, with the mean number of dentists per practice being 3.2. The majority of respondents (71.6%) attended five or more continuing professional development courses in the past year. Ninety-one percent of respondents used a computerized management system, and 95.3% used the Internet. The use of nickel-titanium endodontic files (83.9%) and digital imaging (82.2%) was the most frequently cited clinical innovations. Articaine was the most popular local anaesthetic of choice. Conclusions Dentistry is an ever-changing profession, with evidence that NZ dentists continue to develop, learn, and embrace advancements in technologies to supply high-quality evidence-based treatment.

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Contemporary dental practice in the UK: demographic details and practising arrangements in 2008

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Dental practice in the UK in 2015/2016. Part 3: aspects of indirect restorations and fixed prosthodontics

Dental practice in the UK in 2015/2016. Part 3: aspects of indirect restorations and fixed prosthodontics

Contemporary dental practice in the UK in 2008: aspects of direct restorations, endodontics and bleaching

Demographics, Practising Arrangements, and Standards: Survey among New Zealand Dentists

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