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Brian Chieng Lee1, June Hee Lee1, Nejleh Abed2
1San Francisco School of Dentistry, University of California, San Francisco, California, USA.
Journal of Dental Education
|November 16, 2023
Summary
Using carious typodont teeth in dental school operative labs enhances student learning. This method better prepares dental students for real-world cavity preparations and caries removal compared to traditional methods.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Operative Dentistry
- Pre-clinical Training
Background:
- Dental schools emphasize ideal preparation techniques.
- Limited opportunities exist for practicing non-ideal preparations and caries removal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the benefits of using carious typodont teeth in the operative curriculum.
- To assess the impact on first- and second-year dental students' learning experience.
Main Methods:
- A workshop was conducted involving Class II preparations on carious typodont teeth.
- Pre- and post-surveys assessed student confidence and curriculum feedback.
Main Results:
- Most students found traditional non-carious teeth unrealistic for practicing on actual carious teeth.
- Students believed carious typodont teeth would improve their learning.
- Post-survey results indicated enhanced understanding of preparation design, ideal vs. non-ideal preparations, and tooth anatomy.
Conclusions:
- Carious typodont teeth are beneficial for pre-clinical operative lab training.
- This approach improves learning outcomes for first- and second-year dental students.
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