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Personality differences in dental professionals: A cross-sectional survey.
Naeem Adam1, Sophy Barber2, Kara Gray-Burrows3
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, United Kingdom.
Summary
Dental professional personalities vary by occupation. Findings reveal distinct traits among dental nurses, general dental practitioners, orthodontists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, highlighting occupation
Area of Science:
- Dental Psychology
- Occupational Personality Studies
- Behavioral Science in Dentistry
Background:
- Limited research exists on dental professional personalities using the five-factor model.
- Understanding personality is crucial for occupational performance and team dynamics in dentistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To measure the personality traits of various dental professionals in the UK.
- To investigate significant personality differences among dental occupations.
Main Methods:
- Surveyed 906 dental professionals (nurses, GDPs, orthodontists, OMFSs) using the Big Five Inventory.
- Analyzed personality scores (extraversion, conscientiousness, agreeableness, neuroticism, openness) using ANOVA and regression.
- Examined differences in personality traits across dental professional groups.
Main Results:
- Significant differences in conscientiousness, agreeableness, and neuroticism were found between dental occupations.
- Orthodontists and dental nurses scored higher in conscientiousness than general dental practitioners.
- Dental nurses exhibited higher agreeableness and lower neuroticism compared to orthodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons.
Conclusions:
- Dental occupation is associated with distinct personality profiles.
- Personality differences persist even after accounting for demographic variables.
- These findings contribute to understanding the psychological landscape of the dental workforce.
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