Practice size, mean number of patients and dentists per practice, and mean and modal number of auxiliary staff per practice in the Netherlands
| 1 dental unit | 2 dental units | ≥3 dental units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of dental practices | 42% | 44% | 14% |
| Mean no of dentists | 1.1 | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| Mean no of patients | 2207 | 2620 | 3180 |
| Mean (modus) no of dental assistants | 1.6 (2) | 2.3 (2) | 3.5 (3) |
| Mean (modus) no of dental hygienists | 0.1 (0) | 0.6 (0) | 1.1 (1) |
| Mean (modus) no of dental secretaries | 1.2 (0) | 0.9 (0) | 1.2 (0) |