Scientific evidence underpins modern clinical decision-making in dentistry. This book introduces the methodology and application of evidence-based dentistry, including literature appraisal, study design, and statistical interpretation. It emphasizes the use of systematic reviews, clinical practice guidelines, and patient-centered care models. Decision-making frameworks and critical thinking exercises are provided. The book empowers practitioners to integrate high-quality research into everyday clinical practice.
Jomari Bautista is a clinician-scientist whose work merges clinical dentistry with rigorous statistical evaluation of treatment outcomes. With a background in dental public health and epidemiology, he has published extensively on systematic reviews and clinical trials. He contributes as a reviewer for several indexed journals in dental evidence and methodology. He is often invited to international panels that define research standards and grading criteria. His teaching integrates critical appraisal skills with dental therapeutics. He has held editorial roles in academic texts related to clinical decision-making and outcome prediction.