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Dental hygiene and research: irrevocably connected
1Professional & Clinical Affairs, Water Pik, Inc, USA.
The Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
|June 16, 2014
Summary
Dental hygiene research has grown significantly, but further development is crucial for the profession to be recognized as a distinct academic discipline. Initiatives like doctoral programs are key to this advancement.
Area of Science:
- Dental hygiene research
- Oral health sciences
Background:
- Dental hygienists have engaged in research for a century.
- Increased support from organizations like the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) has funded educational initiatives to enhance research skills.
- The profession's growth is driven by research, doctoral programs, expanding knowledge, and interprofessional collaboration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the research focus in dental hygiene.
- To describe landmark events supporting research endeavors.
- To chronicle historical global contributions by dental hygienists.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of dental hygiene research.
- Identification of key historical events and contributions.
- Analysis of factors influencing the profession's academic standing.
Main Results:
- Dental hygiene research has experienced notable growth.
- Support for research has increased through grants and professional organizations.
- Doctoral programs and interprofessional collaboration are advancing the field.
Conclusions:
- Further development of dental hygiene research is essential for its recognition as a distinct academic discipline.
- A dedicated group of dental hygienists is advancing the profession through research.
- The establishment of doctoral degrees in dental hygiene is a significant upcoming development.
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