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[THE ORGANIZATION OF CONTROLLING QUALITY OF ORTHODONTIC CARE OF POPULATION]
Problemy Sotsial'Noi Gigieny, Zdravookhraneniia I Istorii Meditsiny
|September 25, 2015
Summary
This study introduces a novel model for assessing orthodontic care quality in Russian regions. It details components for evaluating and improving dental service delivery and patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Healthcare Management
- Dental Public Health
Context:
- Assessing the quality of orthodontic care is crucial for population health.
- Existing models may not adequately address the specific needs of regional healthcare systems.
- Effective orthodontic service delivery requires a structured approach to quality management.
Purpose:
- To develop and present an original model for evaluating the quality of orthodontic care at the regional level within the Russian Federation.
- To outline the essential components of a comprehensive orthodontic care quality model.
- To establish standards for quality control and effectiveness evaluation in orthodontic services.
Summary:
- The developed model encompasses population demand, service mission, regulations, facility and staff requirements, and effectiveness/quality control standards.
- Implementation in a typical stomatological polyclinic revealed opportunities for enhancing both the quality and accessibility of orthodontic services.
- The model provides a framework for systematic assessment and improvement of regional orthodontic care.
Impact:
- Provides a scalable framework for regional healthcare authorities to monitor and improve orthodontic care quality.
- Facilitates evidence-based decision-making for resource allocation and service optimization in dental public health.
- Contributes to enhancing the overall standard of orthodontic treatment and patient satisfaction within the Russian Federation.
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