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Born, David O. – Journal of Dental Education, 1981
The history of forecasting in dentistry is explored with a focus on several major forecasting techniques, briefly examining the basic assumptions, data requirements, and strengths and weaknesses of each. Three perspectives held by forecasters are isolated: health status, social need, and economic. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Demand Occupations, Dentistry, Graduate Medical Education