
The recent appearance and growth of new delivery systems for dental services is examined from a marketing perspective. Analysis reveals that the growth of low priced, high throughput operations is consistent not only with marketing principles, but with the development of American retail institutions in general. Options for independent dentists in the face of this new competitive environment are discussed. (Am J Public Health 1982; 72:679-683.)
Marketing of Health Services, Private Practice, Delivery of Health Care, Dental Health Services, Institutional Practice
Marketing of Health Services, Private Practice, Delivery of Health Care, Dental Health Services, Institutional Practice
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