Analysis of Dental Material Cost, Denture Lab, and Implant Materials in Faculty of Dentistry Mahidol University

Abstract

          The purpose of this study was to study the changing trend of dental treatment cost in the Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University. These costs included dental materials, prosthetic laboratory fee, and implant materials. This important information was used for effective budget management of administration and possible loss reduction.

          This study analyzed the data from DT-ERP system to observe the changing trend of expenditure cost during 2559-2561 B.E using the descriptive statistics. The information is categorized as percentage.

          The result showed that the increasing trend of the above costs during these periods.

          In conclusion, the costs of dental materials, prosthetic laboratory fee, and implant materials has all increased because of the extension of the service and patient confidence of the treatment of the dental hospital, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University.