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Value gaps in dental practice: understanding how differences in core values can adversely affect the practice.

Philip Newsome1, Ira S Wolfe

  • 1University of Hong Kong, Oral Diagnosis Faculty of Dentistry, The Prince Philip Dental Hospital, Sai Ying Pun. newsome@hkucc.hku.hk

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|December 11, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Understanding human values is crucial for dental practice success. Gaps in values among dental teams, patients, and owners can cause problems, but addressing them fosters a harmonious workplace.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Practice Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Healthcare Ethics

Background:

  • Human values are often overlooked in dental practice amidst daily operational demands.
  • These values are fundamental to the overall success and viability of a dental practice.
  • Recognizing the significance of human values is essential for effective practice management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the critical role of human values in the success of dental practices.
  • To identify the consequences of value discrepancies within dental practice environments.
  • To provide insights for creating more cohesive and goal-oriented dental workplaces.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of value dynamics in dental settings.
  • Exploration of potential conflicts arising from differing values.

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  • Review of literature on human values in professional service organizations.

    • Main Results:

    • Value gaps between dental teams, patients, owners, and third-party funders create significant practice challenges.
    • Discrepancies in values can negatively impact practice viability and team cohesion.
    • Alignment of values is essential for operational harmony and goal achievement.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing value gaps is critical for dental practice success and sustainability.
    • Dental practice owners and managers can mitigate issues by understanding and managing value differences.
    • Creating a workplace that aligns with shared values leads to improved outcomes for all stakeholders.