CHICAGO, July 31, 2012 – The Dental Quality Alliance (DQA) is seeking project proposals from researchers in order to validate performance measures on pediatric oral health. The projects will test the feasibility, reliability and validity of DQA measures.
Proposal submission materials are due by Sep. 1 at 5p.m. Central Standard Time (CST). Proposals will be reviewed by the DQA’s Research and Development Advisory Committee, which will also provide project oversight. To help investigators in preparing proposals, the DQA will hold two webinars: Aug. 3rd and Aug. 10th from noon–1 p.m. CST.
The ADA established the Dental Quality Alliance in 2010 to develop performance measures for oral health care. A collaboration of major stakeholders in oral health care delivery, the mission of the DQA is to advance performance measurement as a means to improve oral health, patient care and safety through a consensus-building process.
Additional information regarding the webinars and application process are available at http://www.ada.org/5105.aspx#mission.
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About the American Dental Association
The not-for-profit ADA is the nation’s largest dental association, representing 157,000 dentist members. The premier source of oral health information, the ADA has advocated for the public’s health and promoted the art and science of dentistry since 1859. The ADA’s state-of-the-art research facilities develop and test dental products and materials that have advanced the practice of dentistry and made the patient experience more positive. The ADA Seal of Acceptance long has been a valuable and respected guide to consumer dental care products. The monthly The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) is the ADA’s flagship publication and the best-read scientific journal in dentistry. For more information about the ADA, visit www.ada.org. For more information on oral health, including prevention, care and treatment of dental disease, visit the ADA’s consumer website www.MouthHealthy.org.
