scholarly journals A survey of retention practices and protocols followed among orthodontists in India

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 149
Author(s):  
GowriSankar Singaraju ◽  
SR Radha ◽  
Prasad Mandava ◽  
VivekReddy Ganugapanta ◽  
Hema Bapireddy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Retention Practices

A study on orthodontic retention practices in Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-33
Author(s):  
Anjana Karmacharya ◽  
Dashrath Kafle ◽  
Ram Bhakta Adhikari ◽  
Nirjalla Malla
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Specific Situation ◽  
Multiple Choice Questions ◽  
Short Answer ◽  
Different Types ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Retention Practices ◽  
Survey Questionnaires

Introduction: Retainers are used after all orthodontic treatment, to prevent or minimize relapse and recurrence. Among various retainers used, Hawley retainer and ‘invisible’ retainers are the most common. Most of the orthodontists favored permanent retention. It is obvious that the retention procedures are variable and depended largely on personal preferences, and there does not seem to be any consistent pattern in the application of retention methodologies. The  purpose of this study was to survey the retention protocols among orthodontists in Nepal. Materials and Method: The complete lists of the names and addresses of orthodontists in Nepal was obtained from the ODOAN. The questionnaire was sent to them which consisted of multiple-choice questions and short answer, related to background information of the individual orthodontist, retention use in general, the frequency of different types of bonded or removable retainers that are used, the retention protocol, the type of retainer used in specific situation. All statistical analyses were performed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 12.0.1 (SPSS Inc, Chicago, Illinois, USA) Result: The survey questionnaires were completed by 90.42% of the 94 orthodontists of Nepal, 58.8% males and 41.2% females with a mean age of 36.7 years. Most of the orthodontists used a clear (vacuum) retainer (80%) in the maxilla and fixed bonded retainer in the mandible. Most of them prefer the use of retainer for a continuous 24 hours except during eating and brushing for 6 months to 1 year (56.5%) and if possible, for 1 to 2 years (28.2%). Conclusion: Majority of Nepalese orthodontists provide vacuum formed retainer on maxillary arch and bonded retainer in mandibular arch. There is no specific consensus on other type of retainers, duration of wear and follow up visits which is affected by various other factors.

scholarly journals Potential Recolonization Benefits of Retention Forestry Practices

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Craig Loehle ◽  
Kevin A Solarik ◽  
Daniel U Greene ◽  
Laura Six ◽  
Darren J H Sleep
Keyword(s):  
Mycorrhizal Fungi ◽  
Growth Period ◽  
Life History Trait ◽  
Forest Reserves ◽  
Forestry Practices ◽  
Retention Forestry ◽  
Tree Retention ◽  
Scattered Trees ◽  
Retention Practices ◽  
Slow Growing

Abstract Tree retention after forest harvest is often used to enhance biodiversity in forests that are otherwise managed using even-aged systems. It remains unclear to what extent scattered trees and residual patches (i.e., retained structures) actually facilitate recolonization of species in logged areas. For assessing recolonization benefits, it is necessary to consider both survival in retained structures postharvest and recolonization in cleared areas. We conducted a literature review to assess recolonization responses of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, vascular plants, invertebrates, lichens/bryophytes, and mycorrhizal fungi. The clearest benefits of retention were for poorly dispersing plants. Seed dispersal type may be a key life-history trait relative to effectiveness of recolonization, with animal-dispersed seeds having the greatest dispersal range. We found that lichens/bryophytes are likely not dispersal limited (with possible exceptions) but are slow growing and require the development of moist microsite conditions. Significant literature gaps exist for amphibians, nonvolant invertebrates, and mycorrhizal fungi. Overall, recolonization success postharvest is taxon specific, where the benefits of implementing retention systems will depend on the region and species within that region. Species that require a long growth period (some lichens) or are poor dispersers (some herbaceous species) may benefit more from the creation of forest reserves than from retention practices.

WORKFORCE RETENTION STRATEGIES AND CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Matthew Adekunle ABIORO ◽  
Dauda Adewole OLADEJO ◽  
Faderera Oluwatoyin ASHOGBON
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Technique ◽  
Global Market ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Staff Retention ◽  
Retention Strategies ◽  
Corporate Development ◽  
Workforce Retention ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Retention Practices

Over the years, managers are being faced with the challenges of how to handle issues relating to high rates of employees’ turnover due to increasing competition in the global market. Not only that, retention also affects the performance and productivity of any organization if not managed adequately. It is against this backdrop that this study examined the influence of workforce retention strategies on corporate development in Nigeria. The study used primary data collected through a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistical techniques were used to determine the frequencies and percentages of demographic reports of the respondents, while inferential statistical technique of product moment correlation coefficient (PPMC) was used to analyze the relationship between workforce retention strategies and corporate development. Findings however revealed that there is a significant influence at p<0.05 of workforce retention on corporate development. The result indicated a positive relationship between staff retention (r=0.553) on corporate development in Nigeria. The study confirmed a number of conclusions and recommendations. Aspect revealed which most likely to influence job satisfaction and bring about workforce retentions are; appropriate compensation and reward system, high level of communication, training and development and ultimately good work environment. Finally, for a sustainable corporate development, management should work towards ensuring a proper alignment of different retention practices with staffs’ value and needs. Also, all staffs at different cadres, should be treated with utmost fairness and equity.

Volunteer motivations in the Finnish fire service

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanna Malinen ◽  
Puck Algera ◽  
Teija Mankkinen
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Fire Service ◽  
Geographic Region ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Situational Factors ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Functional Perspective ◽  
Service Volunteer ◽  
Retention Practices ◽  
Volunteer Motivations

Purpose This paper presents a large sample study of fire service volunteer motivations in Finland. The purpose of this paper is twofold: first, to explore the differences between initial motivations to begin volunteering vs motivations to continue volunteering; and second, to examine the differences in motivations as a function of demographic variables and geographic region of the fire brigade (rural vs urban). Design/methodology/approach An online survey was completed by 747 fire service volunteers throughout Finland. Findings The initial motivations for joining the brigade differed from those that motivated volunteers to continue in their roles. Significant differences between male and female volunteers’ initial motivations, as well as differences in motivations to continue volunteering as a function of age and region, were found. Research limitations/implications The findings support integrating a psychological, functional perspective with contextual and situational factors when considering volunteer motivations. Originality/value This study suggests a comprehensive understanding of fire service volunteer motivations and informs improved recruitment and retention practices.

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