ArticleInternational dental journal2024
Navigating the Path to Independent Dentist: A Qualitative Phenomenological Exploration.
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- Supervising for trust in an EPA based curriculum: a focused ethnography of supervisors' entrustment decisions in dental education.BMC medical education · 2026Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe objective of this study was to explore the process of becoming an independent dentist, extending beyond the entry-level period. MATERIALS AND
methodsFifteen general dental practitioners were interviewed. The recorded interviews were transcribed verbatim, and utilizing Colaizzi's descriptive phenomenological method, we sought to exclude subjectivity and derive meanings and themes from participants' experiences concerning the process of becoming independent dentists.
resultsThe study identified 3 phases in the process of developing as an independent dentist: (1) the foundation phase, involving dental training as a student under faculty supervision; (2) the extension phase, expanding experience as an entry-level dentist; (3) the equilibrium phase, characterized by providing stable dental care based on diverse experience and professionalism.
conclusionBecoming an independent dentist entails more than unsupervised treatment provision; it involves developing the professionalism necessary for delivering quality dental care through deliberate practice and reflection. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The study outlines the stages of transitioning to an independent dentist, spanning foundational training, entry-level experience, and achieving stable care provision. Emphasizing the importance of professionalism and reflection, it provides a valuable framework for enhancing dental education and on-going professional development, fostering both technical proficiency and a commitment to quality patient care.
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