Basic Principles and Methodology of Clinical Research in Dentistry

Clinical Research in Dentistry and Healthcare

This textbook is a comprehensive and practical guide to the principles and methods of clinical research. While primarily designed for dental researchers, it is equally valuable for professionals in medicine and nursing.

What You’ll Learn:

• From idea to impact: how to formulate a research question, design a plan, and navigate the ethics review process.
• Step-by-step guidance on the implementation, reporting, interpretation, and dissemination of research results.
• Critical analysis of authentic research studies, highlighting the strengths and limitations of various methods and statistical applications.
• A clear roadmap for conducting systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses.
• Practical advice for presenting findings to researchers, healthcare providers, and the wider community.

Why This Book?

• Written by experts with decades of experience in research production and teaching methodology.
• Packed with relevant examples, concrete tips, clarifying illustrations, and summaries for easy learning.
• Includes a detailed index for quick reference.

Whether you are a student, an early-career researcher, or a seasoned professional, this book equips you with the knowledge and confidence to design, execute, and communicate high-quality clinical research.