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Endodontists: a manpower projection.

R G Luebke, R N Calvert

Journal of Dental Education

|September 1, 1979

Summary

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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.

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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.