Appraisal for general dental practitioners

Appraisal has been a key component of staff management of most organizations for more than a decade. This article explores the principles, benefits and stages for effective appraisal in primary dental care. Clinical Relevance: Reviewing what works and what does not and reflection on these points are key to developing professional skills. Appraisal is a formalized way of reflecting on the past to help a professional plan for his/her future and thereby, ideally, improve patient care.