To Develop and Implement a Preclinical Operative Dentistry Module to Enhance Class-II Cavity Preparation Training

Area of Science:

• Dental Education
• Operative Dentistry
• Medical Simulation

Background:

• Preclinical dental education is crucial for developing competent practitioners.
• Cavity preparation is a fundamental skill in dentistry requiring rigorous training.
• A novel preclinical training module was developed to enhance operative dentistry skills.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and implement an enhanced preclinical operative dentistry module.
• To improve the training efficacy for Class-II cavity preparations.
• To assess the impact of the module on dental undergraduate learning and confidence.

Main Methods:

• A three-stage intervention was implemented for second-year dental students.
• The module included a Prebrief PowerPoint presentation, live and video demonstrations.
• Formative assessments utilized an assessment rubric, followed by feedback surveys.

Main Results:

• 98% of students reported satisfaction with the training module.
• Video demonstrations and rubric-based assessments were highly valued by 93% of students.
• Thematic analysis revealed improved procedural understanding, visualization, and confidence.

Conclusions:

• The preclinical training module effectively met the educational needs of dental undergraduates.
• Digital learning resources, particularly video demonstrations, are beneficial for skill acquisition.
• The module is recommended for integration into future dental training curricula.