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Predoctoral fixed prosthodontics curriculum survey

V C Petropoulos1, A Weintraub, G S Weintraub

  • 1University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Dept. of Restorative Dentistry, Philadelphia 19104-6003, USA.

Journal of Prosthodontics : Official Journal of the American College of Prosthodontists
|November 10, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Dental school curricula for fixed prosthodontics vary, but most institutions agree on specific techniques and materials. This 1996 survey highlights common practices in predoctoral fixed prosthodontics education.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Education
  • Prosthodontics
  • Curriculum Development

Background:

  • Fixed prosthodontics is a core component of dental education.
  • Standardization of predoctoral training ensures consistent clinical outcomes.
  • Understanding current teaching methodologies is crucial for curriculum enhancement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the educational landscape of predoctoral fixed prosthodontics in American dental schools.
  • To identify common teaching techniques and materials used in fixed prosthodontics courses.
  • To establish a baseline for predoctoral fixed prosthodontics education in 1996.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 53 American dental school course directors in 1996.
  • A 79% response rate was achieved with 42 schools completing the survey.

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  • Data analysis included computation of mean, median, and range for quantitative variables.

    • Main Results:

    • The preclinical student-to-faculty ratio averaged 11:1. Mean laboratory hours were 164, and lecture hours averaged 42.
    • The Hanau semiadjustable articulator was used by 55% of schools.
    • Commonly taught techniques included thermoplastic custom provisional forms (44%) and specific finish lines for metal (chamfer, 74%) and PFM restorations (shoulder/chamfer, 38%).

    Conclusions:

    • Significant variation exists in predoctoral fixed prosthodontics education and technical training across dental schools.
    • Despite variations, a consensus emerges among a majority of institutions on particular educational topics and techniques.
    • The findings provide insights into the state of fixed prosthodontics education at the end of the 20th century.