Bibliography: p. 320-341. / xvii, 341 p. : ill. ; 30 cm. / Title page, contents and abstract only. The complete thesis in print form is available from the University Library. / Addresses the documented variation in dental service rates and the questions of appropriateness of care arising from this variation. Examines the association of services provided with dentists, practice and patient factors. Based on a survey pf private general practice dentists who provided a data log for one typical day. / Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Adelaide, Dept. of Dentistry, 2000