Conditions and tools for evidence-based dental practice.
Before evidence-based dentistry becomes a norm in practice, several conditions must be met. These include an attitude of questioning authority and training in how to use the literature, a supportive environment from colleagues and practice-based research. Some new tools--in the form of journals with more user-friendly formats and direct access to databases--are also necessary.
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Institute for Natural Resources and Biomed General Corporation, Emeryville, California 94608, USA. sdeahl@siue.edu
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