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[Websites of dental practices evaluated]
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|June 3, 2014
Summary
Most Dutch dental practices had websites in 2013, but content quality varied significantly. Key information like professional registration and update dates were often missing, indicating a need for improvement in dental practice online presence.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Health Informatics
- Web Science
Context:
- In 2013, a study examined the online presence of general dental practitioners in the Netherlands.
- The research utilized a sample of 309 dentists from the Dutch Dental Association membership list (2012).
- Website content analysis was performed using a questionnaire.
Purpose:
- To determine the prevalence of dental practice websites.
- To assess the quality and completeness of information presented on these websites.
- To identify areas for improvement in dental practice online communication.
Summary:
- Eighty-nine percent of surveyed dental practices had a website.
- Significant variations in website content were observed.
- Crucial information such as professional registration numbers (73% missing), last update dates (rarely mentioned), dentist details (9-20% missing), and insurance contract clarity were frequently absent.
Impact:
- The findings highlight a substantial gap in the quality of information provided on dental practice websites.
- Many dental websites require significant improvements to meet professional standards and patient information needs.
- Enhancing website content can improve transparency and accessibility of dental services.
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