Hartshorne, Johan2013-05-302013-05-302013Hartshorne J. A probe into implant dentistry research – Past, present and future. Open J Implant Dent. 2013;1(1), Art. #4, 7 pages. http://dx.DOI.org/ 10.4102/ojid.v1i1.42226-4507 (online)10.4102/ojid.v1i1.4http://hdl.handle.net/2263/21563Research aims and values.The ultimate purpose of research is to generate and make available accurate and reliable data that will illuminate and add value to evidence-based knowledge, with the aim of improving patient care, health and quality of life.en© 2013. The Authors. Licensee: AOSIS OpenJournals. This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.DentistryDentistry researchArticle