ISD5 Evidence-Based Dentistry.docx

Quality Improvement Activity (QIA)

A systematic process to review and enhance the quality of dental care.

Clinical governance

A framework ensuring healthcare organizations improve service quality and maintain high standards of care.

Bristol Heart Scandal

A 1995 incident highlighting high mortality rates in pediatric cardiac surgery, leading to increased scrutiny of healthcare quality.

Francis Report

A 2013 inquiry identifying systemic issues in healthcare quality and safety at Mid Staffordshire NHS Trust.

Clinical audit

A process assessing healthcare practices against defined standards to improve patient care.

Differences between QIA & Research

QIA evaluates current practices against standards, while research seeks to discover new methods and knowledge.

Systematic Reviews

Research methodology that summarizes findings from multiple studies to answer specific questions.

Randomised Control Trials

A study design where subjects are randomly assigned to test the effects of an intervention.

Qualitative Research

Research focusing on understanding experiences and perceptions rather than numerical data.

Laboratory-Based Research

Research involving scientific investigation of materials and procedures in dentistry.

Pedagogic Research

Research aimed at improving educational practices and outcomes in dental education.

Birth Cohort Studies

Longitudinal studies following a group of individuals born around the same time to gather health data.

Research question

A well-defined query guiding the focus of a research study in dentistry.

Research paper

An academic document presenting the methodology, results, and analysis of independent research.

Research conference

An event where researchers present their findings, share knowledge, and network with peers.