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Endodontists: a manpower projection.

R G Luebke, R N Calvert

    Journal of Dental Education
    |September 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    The number of endodontic programs has increased significantly since 1963. Projections suggest a potential oversupply of endodontists, necessitating adjustments to program sizes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dental specialty
    • Endodontic education
    • Workforce analysis

    Background:

    • Endodontics became a recognized dental specialty in 1963.
    • Numerous postdoctoral programs have since been created or enlarged.
    • This expansion aimed to meet the increasing demand for endodontic specialists.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the current and projected populations of active dentists and endodontists.
    • To provide data for adjusting the size of endodontic educational programs.
    • To address the potential threat of endodontist overproduction.

    Main Methods:

    • Population projection analysis.
    • Review of historical data on endodontic program establishment and expansion.
    • Comparative analysis of dentist and endodontist population trends.

    Main Results:

    • Evidence suggests a significant increase in endodontic training programs.
    • Current trends indicate a potential oversupply of endodontists in the future.
    • Population projections offer a basis for strategic planning.

    Conclusions:

    • Endodontic program expansion needs careful consideration.
    • Adjusting program sizes is crucial to balance specialist supply and demand.
    • Strategic workforce planning is essential for the future of endodontics.

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