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Continuing education: the good, the bad and the ugly
1Clinical Research Associates, Provo, Utah 84604, USA.
Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|September 10, 2004
Summary
Continuing education (CE) is vital for dental professionals to maintain competency. This article prioritizes CE methods by effectiveness, highlighting benefits like enhanced patient care and professional stimulation.
Area of Science:
- Dental education
- Continuing professional development
Background:
- Dental continuing education (CE) is essential for maintaining practitioner competency.
- Various CE methods exist, differing significantly in their value and effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and prioritize methods for obtaining dental CE based on perceived effectiveness.
- To emphasize the importance of engaging and valuable CE for dentists.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative review and prioritization of dental CE acquisition methods.
- Analysis of CE methods based on their potential for enhancing dental practice.
Main Results:
- CE methods vary widely in their impact on dental competency.
- Effective CE can improve patient care and practitioner engagement.
Conclusions:
- Selecting high-value CE methods is crucial for dentists.
- Engaging CE fosters professional growth, enhances patient outcomes, and maintains practitioner interest.