Jp. Ralph et al., A comparison of the experiences of newly qualified dentists and vocationaldental practitioners during their first year of general dental practice, BR DENT J, 189(2), 2000, pp. 101-106
The views of young dentists, both VDP and non-VDP, in their first year in d
ental practice were sought by means of a postal survey. The majority felt t
hey had received guidance and support from their principals, though standar
ds did vary widely across practices. Both groups had favourable views on vo
cational training.