Neil Carmichael highlights the importance of gathering robust data for understanding the dental landscape in 2025.
When we consider the landscape we face into this year, it is important for us to make sure we consider the data we have carefully. Due to the nature of how dentistry is delivered, in either independent or group practices, there are few true data points that are gathered centrally.
We hear many anecdotal comments, but backing it up is critical if we are to really understand how we can create change and more access for patients. While we may feel that this is an impossible task, there have been strides forwards in the last year or so. The collection of registrant data by the GDC is providing a view of how all registrant groups are working, and that will build more of a picture year on year.
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