RESUMO
A recent conference of the California Society of Pediatric Dentists discussed issues surrounding the shortage of pediatric dentists in the state. Several contributing factors were identified and recommendations made regarding ways of working with the dental schools to help increase the number of practitioners. This article frames the problem regarding servicing the state's children and discusses some recommended actions.
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Odontopediatria/educação , California , Educação de Pós-Graduação em Odontologia , Docentes de Odontologia , Humanos , Estudantes de Odontologia/estatística & dados numéricos , Recursos HumanosRESUMO
Recent media attention has focused the public's attention on issues surrounding pediatric oral conscious sedation. Under a law passed in 1998 and taking affect on Jan. 1, 2000, California dentists will be subject to certification and procedural provisions designed to ensure the educational qualification of the provider and the standards under which the procedure is performed. This article discusses the history of concern and regulation regarding sedation of children in the dental office.