Statistical Analysis and Interpretation of Survey Results in Dental Hygiene

치위생 분야의 조사연구 논문 통계분석과 결과 해석

  • Kim, Hae-Young (Department of Dental Laboratory Science and Engineering, College of Health Science, Korea University) ;
  • Cho, Young-Sik (Department of Dental Hygiene, Namseoul University) ;
  • Hwang, Soo-jeong (Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Medical Science, Konyang University)
  • 김혜영 (고려대학교 치기공학과) ;
  • 조영식 (남서울대학교 치위생학과) ;
  • 황수정 (건양대학교 치위생학과)
  • Received : 2011.02.14
  • Accepted : 2011.02.14
  • Published : 2011.04.30

Abstract

This study aimed to propose appropriate methods of statistical analysis and interpretation of survey results in dental hygiene. By using examples of published articles in the Journal of Dental Hygiene Science from 2003 to 2008, we made some suggestions to improve scientific and clear writing of the contents; purpose of the study, subjects and methods, statistical analysis, tables, and interpretations.

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