title: A look at the careers of women dentists in developing countries.
abstract: A survey carried out to determine the status quo of female dentists in developing countries revealed that generally women dentists are increasing in numbers and, on the whole, job opportunities are equally available to them. The findings suggest that the image of dentistry as a career for women is improving.
authors.forename: C K
authors.initials: CK
authors.lastname: Mmembe
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000349:Africa; D000368:Aged; D001211:Asia, Western; D002321:Career Choice; D003816:Dentists, Women / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003906:Developing Countries; D005202:Asia, Eastern; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008875:Middle Aged; D011364:Professional Practice; D013020:South America