The Future Value of Prosthodontics

Abstract

To achieve greater recognition for prosthodontics in academia and among the general public as a vital health science specialty for the 21st century, and to advance this specialty's contributions to society, the Japan Prosthodontic Society has become a corporate juridical person. Today, our organization stands ready to accept the responsibility for leadership in developing initiatives to improve prosthodontic education, research, and treatment. This article examines the future prospects for our discipline in the context of current trends and prospects.