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The computerized dental office of the future
J Stikeleather1, J S Hensel, S A Baumgarten
1Information Techniques Associates, Tampa, Florida.
Dental Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1988
Summary
Computers will soon be essential for private dental practices, improving patient care through better planning, management, and service delivery. Embracing technology is key to a patient-centered approach in modern dentistry.
Area of Science:
- Dental Informatics
- Health Services Management
- Technology Adoption in Healthcare
Background:
- The integration of technology in private dental practices is rapidly evolving.
- Traditional dental practice management faces challenges in efficiency and patient-centricity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the indispensable role of computers in private dental practice.
- To emphasize the application of technology for a patient-oriented approach in dental services.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of technological integration in dentistry.
- Discussion of computer applications in dental practice management and service delivery.
Main Results:
- Computers are poised to become integral tools for dental practitioners.
- Technology facilitates enhanced planning, management, and operational efficiency.
- A patient-oriented approach is crucial for successful technology implementation.
Conclusions:
- The adoption of computer technology is vital for the future of private dental practice.
- Integrating appropriate technologies supports a patient-centered model of dental care.