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Initiating research in a private dental practice
K Hare1, N Yadev1, C Campbell1
1The Campbell Clinic, 173 Loughborough Road, Nottingham, NG2 7JS, UK.
British Dental Journal
|March 27, 2018
Summary
This study explores how private dental practices can conduct research without academic or NHS support. It details the journey, resources, and benefits of initiating practice-based research for improved patient care.
Area of Science:
- Dental Research
- Healthcare Innovation
- Evidence-Based Dentistry
Background:
- Academic and NHS settings offer structured research support.
- Private dental practices in the UK lack access to similar research guidance.
- This gap hinders research generation in private primary dental care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a pathway for private dental practices to conduct research.
- To share experiences and identify support systems for non-affiliated practices.
- To demonstrate the practical benefits of initiating research within private dental settings.
Main Methods:
- Summarizing the experiences of a private dental practice entering research.
- Detailing the process from research ethics to paper publication.
- Identifying various sources of support encountered during the research journey.
Main Results:
- Private dental practices can successfully generate their own research.
- Multiple support avenues exist for non-academic, non-NHS research initiatives.
- Engaging in research enhances everyday clinical practice and patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Initiating research is feasible for private dental practices.
- Support systems are available, though may require proactive seeking.
- Practice-based research yields tangible benefits for clinicians and patients.
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