Italian dentistry in transition.

Luigi Gallo1

  • 1University La Sapienza. galloal@yahoo.it

Summary

Italian dentistry is adopting international standards in education and practice, influenced by European and North American models. Reforms in dental education and practice standards are key drivers of this transformation.

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