The Global Village of Dentistry unlocks the world of the Internet for dentists and other dental professionals. An essential guide to dentistry on the Internet, this book uses practical examples to highlight various Internet services and resources for practicing dentists, allied dental personnel, researchers, educators, and students. Topics include e-mail, dental discussion forums, World Wide Web resources, online services, and databases. Pioneering applications such as intranets, continuing education programs, and clinical decision support systems are profiled. While this book provides a comprehensive overview of dental resources available on the Internet, it also gives in-depth advice on searching for information on the Internet.