Every year, a group of PDA dentists representing each clinic meet to review current literature and clinical practice issues. Their purpose is to select the focus and measures for clinical quality improvement initiatives for the Clinical Agenda. Issues include patient classification and risk assessment and risk-based treatment planning, sealants, pioneering the use of diagnostic codes to better understand our treatment outcomes, and radiographic quality. A strong peer review process ensures that dentists are able to both critique and compliment their own work as well as their colleagues. Focus on research motivates scientific validity in dental procedures.
Patient satisfaction is as important as excellent clinical outcomes.
A mutual partnership between patient and dentist is necessary to truly improve and maintain oral health. Mission Statement PDA's mission statement helps the group work together cohesively to achieve common goals. Provide uncompromising excellence in service to our members. Build trust and respect with our members and each other. Promote optimal dental health in the patients we serve.