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Getting back to dental practice.

M H Seward, A Lawrence

    British Dental Journal
    |March 25, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A key barrier preventing women dentists from returning to practice was the absence of a specific retraining program. This need for retraining also extended to male and female dentists who left due to ill health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dental Public Health
    • Health Workforce Research

    Background:

    • The 1985 survey 'The Provision of Dental Care by Women Dentists in England and Wales' explored workforce participation.
    • Understanding barriers to re-entry into the dental profession is crucial for workforce planning.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify significant obstacles preventing dentists, particularly women, from returning to practice.
    • To assess the need for targeted retraining initiatives within the dental profession.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of survey data from a 1985 study on women dentists in England and Wales.
    • Identification of reported barriers to returning to dental practice.

    Main Results:

    • The primary barrier identified was the lack of a specialized retraining course.

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  • This need for retraining was relevant for both women leaving practice and individuals of any gender ceasing work due to ill health.

    • Conclusions:

    • Implementing specific retraining courses could facilitate the return of dentists to the workforce.
    • Addressing retraining needs is essential for maintaining an adequate dental care workforce, accommodating diverse reasons for career breaks.