A factor analysis of data obtained with the Kurtzman Community Dental Health Ideology Scale from 500 dental students yielded two factors, one for community practice orientation and the other for private practice orientation, as planned for in the scale's construction. Of the final 23 items 6 do not load on either factor. Reliability data are presented, and the potential of the scale in student counseling and career planning is reinforced.
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