George J. Allen, DMD
Full-time private practice of general dentistry, Mobile, AL


Testimonial Posted on: Thursday, July 10, 2008

When I was requested to participate in the ONJ Study, I accepted with great enthusiasm. My previous experience with Studies 1 and 2 made me confident in completing research projects in a busy practice as well as in the positive impact it has on my patients and my practice. Study 7 gave me the opportunity to contribute to the body of knowledge on the Osteonecrosis of the Jaw. Completing patient dental histories, seemingly daunting at first, proved to be a great learning experience. The data collection forms were easy to understand and well organized. Going through the forms, I realized that I can use certain parts of them in my own dental records. The information I received from the DPBRN staff made the process go smoothly and much quicker than expected.

William G. King, Jr, DMD
Full-time private practice of general dentistry, Andalusia, AL
Testimonial Posted on: Monday, March 10, 2008

In the past few years I have had patients with Osteonecrosis of the jaws (ONJ) in my practice and therefore I was attracted by DPBRN Study 7 (Trans-PBRN study of osteonecrosis of the jaws). It was my first participation in DPBRN studies and the research staff was very supportive throughout the study. I was able to complete the required training on my own pace and be ready for data collection in due time. The selection process of the controls was straight-forward and did not require much time from my staff. The instructions were clear and help was only a phone call away. I was impressed by the design of the data collection forms and by the in-depth information required by this study. Abstracting data from the charts made me appreciate the level of detail required by this type of study and the importance of maintaining detailed dental records. My patients who participated in the study had a positive experience and appreciated my involvement in this study. I believe that the ONJ study will have a great impact on the care of our patients and I am looking forward to future DPBRN studies.

Jeffrey Houtz, DMD
Full-time private practice of general dentistry,
Permanente Dental Associates/Kaiser Permanente
Portland, OR

Testimonial Posted on: Wednesday, October 10, 2007

I participated in the DPBRN study 2 on restorative materials. Patients were very interested in being included in this research. After the initial learning curve, the data entry did not make my practice less efficient. I greatly value the principles of clinic-based dental research. Through these controlled scientific studies, dentists can learn which techniques are truly effective and evidence based. I am looking forward to future studies.

Lee Segrest, DMD
Full-time private practice of general dentistry, Huntsville, AL
Testimonial Posted on: Friday, April 20, 2007

Initially, I was concerned about becoming involved with DPBRN Study 2 because of how it might impact our daily routine at the office. Because of the training and orientation that the DPBRN team, and Jackie Love in particular provided, the process of obtaining the needed information and the patient's consent was easily incorporated into the practice flow without causing any hardship. Most patients are more than willing to participate-no one has refused thus far-and they seem impressed that our practice is taking part in the study. In addition, the information obtained in the study is sure to impact the practice of dentistry in the near future with reliable clinical data that will allow us to provide optimal care for our patients.

Mike Bauer, DDS
Full-time private practice of general dentistry
HealthPartners Riverside Clinic
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Testimonial Posted on: Friday, February 16, 2007

I am currently involved in DPBRN study 2. While I find the study very easy to incorporate into my daily practice routine, I have found that my staff members have become interested and engaged as well. They want to know what the study is about and why we are participating. They can see how our practice philosophy of evidence based care and minimally invasive dentistry fits into the broader practice of dentistry throughout the United States. I recommend that all dentists get involved.

James L. Sanderson Jr. DMD LLC
Full-time private practice of general dentistry
Hoover, Alabama
Testimonial Posted on: Thursday, February 15, 2007

Our clinical team recently began DPBRN Study 2, which involves documenting the restoration of previously unaffected tooth surfaces. After Jackie Love trained our team, we have been able to implement the study without impacting our daily routine. Jackie has made herself available any time we have questions about the Study; but because of her thorough training and well- developed documentation, we have had little need to contact her. Patients who qualify as subjects for the study are asked if they are willing to participate and we have not had anyone refuse to participate so far. The way the process is set up the patients have been comfortable with allowing us to gather the needed information. Most really appreciate the fact that we are working with this group.

We look forward to the final compilation of all the data gathered from those participating in Study 2. Based on our experience, we will gladly participate in future DPBRN studies.

Thanks for the OPPORTUNITY !