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Initial experience of the ORATEL computerised information tools in general practice
1Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, WHO Collaborating Centre, University of Liverpool.
British Dental Journal
|October 19, 1996
Summary
The ORATEL project developed computerised systems to improve oral health care quality assurance. Dentists found the tools useful, prompting further development for enhanced quality indicators in dental practice.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Dental Public Health
- Quality Management in Healthcare
Background:
- Improving oral health care quality is crucial.
- Computerised information systems can support quality assurance.
- Standardized quality indicators are needed in dentistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and assess telematic systems for oral health care quality assurance.
- To introduce common quality indicators and standards in dental practice.
- To evaluate the usefulness of computerised tools for quality development.
Main Methods:
- Development of three prototypes: ORATEL-TEACH, ORATEL-PROACT, and ORATEL-REVAL.
- Pilot testing of these systems in general dental practices in Liverpool and other European countries.
- Assessment of user experiences and feedback from dentists in 1993.
Main Results:
- Dentists reported positive perceptions regarding the potential utility of ORATEL tools.
- Initial experiences indicated a need for further refinements and improvements.
- The project's findings led to approval for further development under the ORQUEST project.
Conclusions:
- Telematic systems show promise for enhancing oral health care quality assurance.
- User feedback is essential for refining and optimizing such systems.
- Continued development is supported, indicating the value of computerised quality management in dentistry.