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Area of Science:

  • Dental Education
  • Surgical Training
  • Medical Simulation

Background:

  • Traditional dental education relies on physical models for surgical instrument training.
  • Virtual reality (VR) offers immersive simulation environments for skill acquisition.
  • Evaluating novel training modalities is crucial for enhancing dental curricula.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the effectiveness of VR training versus traditional physical models for oral surgical instrument recognition among dental students.
  • To assess student confidence and satisfaction with different training methods.

Main Methods:

  • 39 dental students were randomized into VR or traditional training groups.
  • Both groups received initial seminar instruction.
  • Pre- and post-tests measured instrument recognition; confidence was rated via visual analog scale; VR feedback was collected.

Main Results:

  • Both training methods significantly improved instrument recognition.
  • Traditional training yielded superior post-test scores and higher confidence levels compared to VR.
  • VR training demonstrated specific instrument recognition advantages and high user satisfaction.

Conclusions:

  • While VR enhances engagement and confidence, traditional methods remain more effective for overall instrument recognition.
  • VR can be a valuable complementary tool in dental education, especially for foundational surgical training.