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Knowledge, Attitude, Perception On Implementation Of Digital Dentistry In Pre-Clinical Curriculum
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): 2025 Volume -13 - Issue 1
Abstract
This study aims to investigate the knowledge, attitude, and perception of dental students regarding the implementation of digital dentistry in the pre-clinical curriculum. As digital technologies continue to transform the field of dentistry, understanding how students perceive these changes is essential for effective curriculum development. The study will assess the current level of knowledge among students about digital tools, their attitudes towards integrating these technologies into their education, and their perceptions of the impact of digital dentistry on their future practice.
Aim: To evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and perception of dental students towards the integration of digital dentistry in the pre-clinical curriculum.
Objectives : 1. To assess the level of knowledge of dental students about various digital dentistry technologies and their applications.2. To explore the perceptions of dental students regarding the effectiveness and relevance of digital dentistry in their future careers.
Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 200 dental students, comprising 65 males (17.5%) and 135 females (67.5%), including 74 third-year BDS students, 66 fourth-year BDS students and 60 interns. The survey included 14 questions exploring awareness, perceptions, On digital dentistry for pre-clinical Curriculum. Responses were analyzed based on gender and year of study using chi-square tests to identify statistically significant differences.
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- Kassebaum, D. K., & Haden, N. K. (2015). The role of technology in dental education: A review of the literature. Journal of Dental Education, 79(1), 14-25.
- Kuo, C. L., & Liu, Y. C. (2018). The impact of digital technologies on dental education: A review. European Journal of Dental Education, 22(1), 1-8.
- Hossain, M. M., & Al-Mamun, A. (2020). Dental students’ perceptions of digital dentistry: A cross-sectional study. BMC Medical Education, 20(1), 1-8.
- Makhdoom, A., & Yousuf, R. (2021). Attitudes of dental students towards digital dentistry: A systematic review. Journal of Dental Sciences, 16(2), 512-520.
- Baig, M. N., & Ali, S. (2022). Enhancing dental education through digital technology: A qualitative study. Journal of Dental Education, 86(2), 145-152.
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Kassebaum, D. K., & Haden, N. K. (2015). The role of technology in dental education: A review of the literature. Journal of Dental Education, 79(1), 14-25.
Kuo, C. L., & Liu, Y. C. (2018). The impact of digital technologies on dental education: A review. European Journal of Dental Education, 22(1), 1-8.
Hossain, M. M., & Al-Mamun, A. (2020). Dental students’ perceptions of digital dentistry: A cross-sectional study. BMC Medical Education, 20(1), 1-8.
Makhdoom, A., & Yousuf, R. (2021). Attitudes of dental students towards digital dentistry: A systematic review. Journal of Dental Sciences, 16(2), 512-520.
Baig, M. N., & Ali, S. (2022). Enhancing dental education through digital technology: A qualitative study. Journal of Dental Education, 86(2), 145-152.