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Exploring the Effects of Training Camp on Standard Orthodontic Education
Wen Li1, Chuan Zhou1, Xinyi Fang1
1Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
Journal of Dental Education
|January 22, 2026
Summary
A 3-day orthodontic training camp standardized education for dental students across institutions. The program improved orthodontic expertise and student satisfaction, demonstrating a successful harmonized educational approach.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Orthodontics
- Medical Training
Background:
- Significant variations in orthodontic education necessitate standardized curricula.
- Ensuring dental graduates possess adequate orthodontic expertise is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore a standardized teaching approach for diverse dental students.
- To enhance orthodontic expertise through a unified educational experience.
Main Methods:
- A 3-day intensive orthodontic training camp was conducted for final-year dental undergraduates and postgraduates.
- The curriculum included lectures, hands-on sessions, laboratory internships, and seminars.
- Participant satisfaction was assessed via online questionnaires, and effectiveness was measured by pre- and post-training online tests.
Main Results:
- 93 students registered, with a 66.67% response rate for questionnaires and tests.
- Students reported high satisfaction with teaching, motivation, interaction, and curriculum design.
- Online examinations indicated positive overall learning outcomes post-training.
Conclusions:
- The training camp successfully provided a harmonized educational experience.
- This initiative promoted educational advancement for students from various academic backgrounds in orthodontics.
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