The clinical-pathologic forum in oral pathology

Area of Science:

• Oral Pathology
• Dental Education
• Histopathology

Background:

• Predoctoral dental education requires effective laboratory components for pathology courses.
• Developing descriptive and diagnostic skills is crucial for clinical problem-solving in dentistry.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe and discuss a clinical-pathologic forum used in oral pathology education.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of this forum in developing student skills.

Main Methods:

• Implementation of a clinical-pathologic forum as a laboratory component.
• Integration of oral histopathology instruction within the forum.
• Focus on developing descriptive skills and diagnostic discipline.

Main Results:

• The forum has been successfully employed for three years.
• It serves as an effective matrix for skill development.
• Students gain proficiency in clinical problem-solving.

Conclusions:

• The clinical-pathologic forum is a valuable pedagogical tool in oral pathology.
• This method enhances dental students' diagnostic capabilities and descriptive skills.
• The approach effectively bridges histopathology knowledge with clinical application.