Research Methodology in Dentistry

Book excerpt: • Research Methodology in Dentistry is a comprehensive, clear and precisely written handbook for postgraduates, undergraduate dental students, PhD scholars, clinicians, faculty and anyone one who wants to pursue research in Dentistry. The aim of the book is to fill the void that exists in finding the basic resource material related to research methodology particularly applicable to Dentistry. • The book uses simple language with diagrammatic and tabular representations wherever applicable, helping in making a clear understanding of all concepts of research methodology as applicable to Dentistry. • The content is organized systematically to felicitate clear understanding of the students. • The content of this book is unique, covering all topics like research designs in Dentistry, qualitative and quantitative studies, data collection methods, sample collection methods, statistical tests and analysis, etc. particular to the field of dental sciences. Examples are cited from all branches in Dentistry for helping dental professionals in all branches of Dentistry. • The book has contributions by authors who are renowned in their respective branches, giving their expert insights in conducting dental researches. • Step-wise explanation for conducting different procedures in research like formulating hypothesis, sampling, data collection, etc. are covered citing examples from latest published dental articles to help in clear understanding of the topic and ease in practical conduction of a research. • Overall, the book shall help dental professionals in understanding research methodology and conducting a research independently.