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Haworth J, Walker S, Ireland A, Sandy J. Orthodontic education in the UK: Evolution over the last 50 years and potential future developments. J Orthod 2023; 50:26-33. [PMID: 38323391 DOI: 10.1177/14653125231215096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
Affiliation(s)
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- North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, UK
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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Burns L, Coelho C, Addy A. Ethnic diversity in academic dentistry in the United Kingdom. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2022. [PMID: 35978469 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 07/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
Abstract
Careers in academic dentistry are failing to attract a new generation of academics to steer dental education and research. Dental academia is further limited by inadequacies in levels of ethnic diversity. There is a stark contrast between the diversity of graduates entering the dental profession and those in academic positions, especially in senior ranks. Dentistry is not the only field in academia, which lacks representation and lessons may be drawn from other faculties. This paper focuses on what is known about dental academia in the United Kingdom, where there are formal research training pathways. There is an emerging recognition of the requirement for action, and it is hoped this will stimulate debate and impetus for research across Europe. The terminology used throughout this piece follows the United Kingdom Cabinet Office recommendations for writing about ethnicity (Writing about ethnicity, 2021; https://www.ethnicity-facts-figures.service.gov.uk/style-guide/writing-about-ethnicity). Where cited sources have employed less acceptable terms (Please don't call me BAME or BME!: Civil service, 2019; https://civilservice.blog.gov.uk/2019/07/08/please-dont-call-me-bame-or-bme/), these have been changed.
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- Lorna Burns
- Peninsula Dental School, Faculty of Health, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom
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- Peninsula Dental School, Faculty of Health, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom
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- Peninsula Dental School, Faculty of Health, University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom
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Jopson JL, Haworth JA, Atack NE, Harrison JE, Cobourne MT, Cunningham SJ, Ireland AJ. The perceptions of undertaking a higher degree alongside orthodontic speciality training: a cross-sectional survey of British Orthodontic Society members. Br Dent J 2021:10.1038/s41415-021-3617-4. [PMID: 34815479 PMCID: PMC8609989 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-021-3617-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Introduction In the UK, orthodontic speciality training takes place over three years full-time. In addition to the clinical training, there is an expectation that trainees undertake a higher degree. Currently, there is little evidence regarding the impact of undertaking a higher degree on specialist orthodontists.Aims Investigate UK orthodontists' perceptions of undertaking a higher degree alongside speciality training.Materials and methods A cross-sectional research study involving the distribution of an anonymous, descriptive, online, questionnaire-based survey between May and June 2021 via the British Orthodontic Society. Data were obtained in relation to the impact of undertaking a higher degree on the completion of speciality training, research skills, delivery of patient care and career opportunities.Results In total, 166 questionnaires were completed (approximately 13.3% response rate). Most respondents 'agreed' or 'strongly agreed' that undertaking a higher degree had improved their scientific (77.1%) and critical appraisal skills (80.7%), job prospects (60.2%) and career opportunities (63.9%). Most respondents felt the benefits of the higher degree outweighed the associated costs (65.1%) and was a worthwhile component of training (69.3%).Conclusions Specialist orthodontists place a high value on undertaking a higher degree. The results of this questionnaire should be of importance to stakeholders involved in the development of the orthodontic curriculum.
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- Jenifer L Jopson
- Speciality Registrar in Orthodontics, Bristol Dental Hospital, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK.
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- Academic Clinical Lecturer and Speciality Registrar in Orthodontics, Bristol Dental Hospital, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK
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- Consultant Orthodontist and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Bristol Dental Hospital, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK
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- Consultant Orthodontist and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Pembroke Place, Liverpool, L3 5PS, UK
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- Professor of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, King´s College London, Floor 27 Tower Wing, Guy´s Campus, London, SE1 9RT, UK
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- Professor of Orthodontics, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, Eastman Dental Hospital, 256 Gray´s Inn Road, London, WC1X 8LD, UK
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- Professor of Orthodontics, Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol Dental Hospital, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK
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