1
|
Alsufyani N, Alnamlah S, Mutaieb S, Alageel R, AlQarni M, Bukhari A, Alhajri M, AlSubaie A, Alabdulkarim M, Faden A. Virtual reality simulation of panoramic radiographic anatomy for dental students. J Dent Educ 2023. [PMID: 37191982 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2023] [Revised: 04/08/2023] [Accepted: 04/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
Abstract
PURPOSE This work aimed to utilize virtual reality (VR) in dental radiographic anatomical interpretation in junior dental students and test if it can enhance student learning, engagement, and performance. METHODS VR software for panoramic anatomy was developed. Sixty-nine first-year dental students were divided into a control group (lecture-based) and an experimental group (VR) to learn panoramic radiographic anatomy. Both groups were then tested on knowledge via a 20-question quiz. Student feedback on VR experience was collected via an online survey. RESULTS There was a statistically significant difference between lecture-based and VR students in the correct identification of anatomical landmarks. Lecture-based students scored higher in identifying the ear lobe, hyoid bone, condylar neck, and external oblique ridge, whereas VR students scored higher in identifying zygoma (Chi-squared test, p < 0.005). The VR group reported high evaluation on all perception items of the online feedback survey on their experience (Student t-test, p < 0.005). CONCLUSIONS Lecture-based students generally showed better performance in panoramic radiographic anatomy. Several structures were not correctly identified in both groups of novice students. The positive feedback of VR experience encourages future implementation in education to augment conventional methods of radiographic anatomy in dentistry with considerations to repeated exposures throughout undergraduate dental education.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Noura Alsufyani
- Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology, Oral Medicine, and Diagnostic Sciences Department, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Medicine and Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
| | - Sarah Alnamlah
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sarah Mutaieb
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Raseel Alageel
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Mayson AlQarni
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Areej Bukhari
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | - Maram Alhajri
- College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| | | | | | - Asma'a Faden
- Department of Oral Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Questionnaire survey on the satisfaction of SimEx dental education system. J Dent Sci 2023; 18:840-847. [PMID: 37021257 PMCID: PMC10068497 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2023.01.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Revised: 01/25/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
Abstract
Background/purpose The SimEx is dental training system that applies new technology in a computerized dental simulator. The purpose of this study was to understand the usability satisfaction of the SimEx dental education and evaluation system by dental students and dentists at Tohoku University. Materials and methods In this study, the Tohoku University IRB execution number was 2020-3-33. The number of subjects accepted was 59 at Tohoku University and divided into 4 groups based on years of clinical experience (Group A: 0 years; Group B: 1-2 years; Group C: 2-5 years; Group D: at least 5 years), and a total of 58 usability questionnaires were collected. Subjects completed the SimEx Usability Satisfaction Questionnaire after operating the SimEx (EPED Inc., Kaohsiung, Taiwan) course, which contained 16 questions. Results Among the 58 questionnaires collected by Tohoku University, there were 19 undergraduate students (4th∼6th grade), 12 post-graduate students, 14 residents, and 13 dentists. Significant differences between Group A and Group B, and between Group A and Group D were found (P < 0.05). The same results were obtained for the "experience satisfaction index". In the items where significant differences were found, longer clinical experience tended to result in lower scores. Conclusion From these results, we can conclude that the SimEx education and evaluation system facilitates students' self-learning, and this system is very useful for continued study and clinical skill training for dentists, especially for students and junior dentists with high usability satisfaction.
Collapse
|
3
|
DaSilva AF, Robinson MA, Shi W, McCauley LK. The Forefront of Dentistry-Promising Tech-Innovations and New Treatments. JDR Clin Trans Res 2022; 7:16S-24S. [PMID: 36121134 PMCID: PMC9793430 DOI: 10.1177/23800844221116850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
Abstract
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER STATEMENT This article discusses innovations in technology and treatments that have enormous potential to revolutionize our dental care, including novel concepts in electronic health records, communication between dentists and patients, biologics around diagnosis and treatment, digital dentistry, and, finally, the real-time optimization of information technology. The early implementation and validation of these innovations can drive down their costs and provide better dental and medical services to all members of our society.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- A F DaSilva
- Learning Health Systems, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| | - M A Robinson
- University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry, Birmingham, AL, USA
- University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Education, Birmingham, AL, USA
| | - W Shi
- The Forsyth Institute, Cambridge, MA, USA
| | - L K McCauley
- University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Suh E, Karl E, Ramaswamy V, Kim-Berman H. The effectiveness of a 3D virtual tooth identification test as an assessment tool for a dental anatomy course. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2022; 26:232-238. [PMID: 33982377 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 04/30/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION There has been a recent demand in dental education for distance learning and the use of virtual assessment tools that can leverage technology to potentially replace physical testing facilities. However, virtual tools that evaluate student learning should be validated prior to adoption. The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness, efficiency and user satisfaction of a 3D tooth identification test for a dental anatomy course that can be given remotely. MATERIALS AND METHODS First-year dental students (n = 41) enrolled in a dental anatomy course took both traditional in-person practical and virtual 3D tooth identification tests consisting of 25 test items. The test scores, average test durations, faculty time commitment and user perception were collected and analysed. Pearson product-moment correlation coefficients (p < .05) were determined for the criterion measures including real tooth identification test scores, comprehensive written examination and overall grade for the course. RESULTS The average number of correct answers for the real and 3D virtual tooth identification examination was 21.3 ± 2.65 and 20.7 ± 2.56, respectively. The average test duration for the real and 3D virtual tooth identification test was 25:00 and 21:16 min, respectively. There was a positive correlation (p < .05) of the 3D virtual tooth identification test with the real tooth identification test (0.368), comprehensive written examination (0.334) and the overall course grade (0.646). The total faculty time commitment for the real and 3D virtual tooth identification test was 96 and 65 min, respectively. The students cited difficulty in manipulating the 3D models. CONCLUSION This study presents evidence that the 3D virtual tooth identification test can be used to assess dental students' understanding of dental anatomy effectively and efficiently.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Esther Suh
- School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| | - Elisabeta Karl
- Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| | - Vidya Ramaswamy
- School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| | - Hera Kim-Berman
- Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Venugopal A, Bowman SJ, Marya A, Subramanian AK, Vaid NR, Ludwig B. The World Wide Web of orthodontics- A comprehensive narrative on teledentistry pertaining to the orthodontics of the 21 st century. J Orthod Sci 2022; 11:1. [PMID: 35282291 PMCID: PMC8895379 DOI: 10.4103/jos.jos_147_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Teledentistry has proven effective in practically all dental fields. It also allows access to inaccessible and underdeveloped locations. Better treatment outcomes were documented in patients treated by an orthodontist supervised by teledentistry than by a general dentist with minimal orthodontic experience alone. It may also help to focus referrals to specialists and weed out those who do not need them. But, on a critical note, a doctor-patient relationship is much more than a business transaction. A face-to-face initial consultation instills trust that a remote session cannot. Teledentistry includes professional networking of doctors. This contact includes digital information exchange, CPD programs, case discussions, and analysis that bring dentists from all around the world together to improve patient care. Teledentistry has not only spanned the distance between dentists worldwide, but has also served as a conduit between customer (patient) and manufacturer. This spawned Direct to Consumer (DTC) dentistry, sparking substantial debate among dentists worldwide. In DTC dentistry, inadequately trained customers conduct complex procedures on themselves with minimal guidance of a dentist. One of the major issues today is the general availability of clear aligners to patients without the requirement for an intermediary skilled orthodontist. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has publicly questioned the validity of Smile Direct Club, a private firm that dominates the DTC industry. European Federation of Orthodontic Specialists Association, on the other hand, has sponsored a joint declaration with the representative orthodontic associations in Europe to highlight and alert patients about the potential risks of DTC products. Unfortunately, public shaming hasn't slowed commercialization of DTC firms. Teledentistry has been a boon for healthcare, but a nightmare for our profession, raising fundamental questions like what is the difference between a customer and a patient? Is dentistry a just another discipline of cosmetics? Is teledentistry making us less connected with our patients?
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Adith Venugopal
- Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Puthisastra, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
| | - S. Jay Bowman
- Saint Louis University, Missouri, USA
- Case Western Reserve University, Ohio, USA
- The University of Michigan, Michigan, USA
| | - Anand Marya
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Puthisastra, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
| | - Aravind K. Subramanian
- Saveetha Dental College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, India
| | | | - Björn Ludwig
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Homburg/Saar, Germany
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Sharma H, Suprabha BS, Rao A. Teledentistry and its applications in paediatric dentistry: A literature review. PEDIATRIC DENTAL JOURNAL 2021; 31:203-215. [PMID: 34848924 PMCID: PMC8613071 DOI: 10.1016/j.pdj.2021.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2021] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
Abstract
Background During the unfortunate event of the COVID-19 pandemic, restrictions were placed on face-to-face interactions in dentistry to promote social distancing and reduce spread of virus. In order to provide dental services teledentistry was employed. Objective This article aims to review the literature and information available on the provision and utilization of teledentistry as a method to address oral health needs of paediatric patients. Results Teledentistry has been utilised in paediatric population for the purpose of oral health education and promotion, remote diagnosis and monitoring, and behaviour guidance. Studies involving paediatric population for aforementioned applications have shown that this practice strategy is beneficial to provide dental treatment in remote locations with little access to paediatric dental specialists, monitor patients between appointments, conduct remote diagnosis and screening programmes, promote oral health of children through dental education, and in pre-appointment behaviour guidance. This method was particularly useful during the current COVID-19 pandemic where dentists use their mobile phones, computer webcams for patient appointments while maintaining safe distance and avoid exposing themselves as well as patient to the virus. Conclusion Teledentistry can be a supplement to face-to-face methods of paediatric dental care, ultimately leading to better patient management. This technology can make a significant contribution in reducing the supply-demand gap of paediatric dental specialists in places where healthcare facilities are limited and ensure safety during the pandemic whilst providing dental care to paediatric patients. Further research is required for safe, effective and evidence-based use of teledentistry in the field of paediatric dentistry.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Harshita Sharma
- Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
| | - Baranya Shrikrishna Suprabha
- Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
| | - Arathi Rao
- Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, India
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Balasubramanian M, Hasan A, Ganbavale S, Alolayah A, Gallagher J. Planning the Future Oral Health Workforce: A Rapid Review of Supply, Demand and Need Models, Data Sources and Skill Mix Considerations. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18062891. [PMID: 33808981 PMCID: PMC7999471 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18062891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
Over the last decade, there has been a renewed interest in oral health workforce planning. The purpose of this review is to examine oral health workforce planning models on supply, demand and needs, mainly in respect to their data sources, modelling technique and use of skill mix. A limited search was carried out on PubMed and Web of Science for published scientific articles on oral health workforce planning models between 2010 to 2020. No restrictions were placed on the type of modelling philosophy, and all studies including supply, demand or needs based models were included. Rapid review methods guided the review process. Twenty-three studies from 15 countries were included in the review. A majority were from high-income countries (n = 17). Dentists were the sole oral health workforce group modelled in 13 studies; only five studies included skill mix (allied dental personnel) considerations. The most common application of modelling was a workforce to population ratio or a needs-based demand weighted variant. Nearly all studies presented weaknesses in modelling process due to the limitations in data sources and/or non-availability of the necessary data to inform oral health workforce planning. Skill mix considerations in planning models were also limited to horizontal integration within oral health professionals. Planning for the future oral health workforce is heavily reliant on quality data being available for supply, demand and needs models. Integrated methodologies that expand skill mix considerations and account for uncertainty are essential for future planning exercises.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Madhan Balasubramanian
- Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney 2006, Australia
- Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide 5005, Australia
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London SE5 9RS, UK; (A.H.); (S.G.); (A.A.); (J.G.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +61-410-993-893
| | - Aliya Hasan
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London SE5 9RS, UK; (A.H.); (S.G.); (A.A.); (J.G.)
| | - Suruchi Ganbavale
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London SE5 9RS, UK; (A.H.); (S.G.); (A.A.); (J.G.)
- Dental Academy, William Beatty Building, Hampshire Terrace, University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO1 2QG, UK
| | - Anfal Alolayah
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London SE5 9RS, UK; (A.H.); (S.G.); (A.A.); (J.G.)
| | - Jennifer Gallagher
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London SE5 9RS, UK; (A.H.); (S.G.); (A.A.); (J.G.)
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Almazrooa SA, Mansour GA, Alhamed SA, Ali SA, Akeel SK, Alhindi NA, Felemban OM, Mawardi HH, Binmadi NO. The application of teledentistry for Saudi patients' care: A national survey study. J Dent Sci 2021; 16:280-286. [PMID: 33384810 PMCID: PMC7770252 DOI: 10.1016/j.jds.2020.04.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 04/28/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Teledentistry has emerged as a new communication tool in various dental disciplines around the world. The aim of this study was to investigate the applicability and reliability of teledentistry in the field of diagnostic dentistry and explore the perception of Saudi dentists of its benefits and concerns. MATERIALS AND METHODS An electronic survey with 40 questions was developed, validated and distributed electronically by email and social media channels to dentists from different specialty in Saudi Arabia. Collected data were analyzed for statistical significance. RESULTS A total of 148 dentists completed the survey. The current data demonstrated that 50% of study participants have had applied teledentistry in their clinical practice. Out of all, 90% have computers in their dental offices and 72% have been using electronic medical records in which radiographs and clinical images are uploaded. Most participants had smart phones (91%), in which they were used more commonly (74.3%) than conventional cameras (54.1%) to capture and share patients' clinical images over communication applications (74.3%) and less likely through emails (62.2%). Overall, 83% were confident that teledentistry can improve daily dental practice, specifically in the fields of oral radiology followed by endodontics and oral medicine. CONCLUSION Teledentistry is an emerging tool with potential to improve the delivery of diagnostic dental care for communities with limited or no access to dental specialists. As of today, teledentistry has not been truly implemented by the Saudi dental community. Development of national programs to educate the public and promote teledentistry among dental practitioners are warranted.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Soulafa A. Almazrooa
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Ghada A. Mansour
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sana A. Alhamed
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sarah A. Ali
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Sara K. Akeel
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Nada A. Alhindi
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Osama M. Felemban
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Hani H. Mawardi
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| | - Nada O. Binmadi
- Department of Oral and Diagnostic Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Faculty of Dentistry, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Lai N, Khosa D, Jones-Bitton A, Dewey CE. Students' Experiences of Seeking Web-Based Animal Health Information at the Ontario Veterinary College: Exploratory Qualitative Study. JMIR MEDICAL EDUCATION 2019; 5:e13795. [PMID: 31702566 PMCID: PMC6874805 DOI: 10.2196/13795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2019] [Revised: 06/02/2019] [Accepted: 08/21/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Although searching for health information on the internet has offered clear benefits of rapid access to information for seekers such as patients, medical practitioners, and students, detrimental effects on seekers' experiences have also been documented. Health information overload is one such side effect, where an information seeker receives excessive volumes of potentially useful health-related messages that cannot be processed in a timely manner. This phenomenon has been documented among medical professionals, with consequences that include impacts on patient care. Presently, the use of the internet for health-related information, and particularly animal health information, in veterinary students has received far less research attention. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to explore veterinary students' internet search experiences to understand how students perceived the nature of Web-based information and how these perceptions influence their information management. METHODS For this qualitative exploratory study, 5 separate focus groups and a single interview were conducted between June and October 2016 with a sample of 21 veterinary students in Ontario, Canada. RESULTS Thematic analysis of focus group transcripts demonstrated one overarching theme, The Overwhelming Nature of the Internet, depicted by two subthemes: Volume and Type of Web-based Health Information and Processing, Managing, and Evaluating Information. CONCLUSIONS Integrating electronic health information literacy training into human health sciences students' training has shown to have positive effects on information management skills. Given a recent Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges report that considers health literacy as a professional competency, results of this study point to a direction for future research and for institutions to contemplate integrating information literacy skills in veterinary curricula. Specifically, we propose that the information literacy skills should include knowledge about access, retrieval, evaluation, and timely application of Web-based information.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nanette Lai
- Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
| | - Deep Khosa
- Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
| | - Andria Jones-Bitton
- Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
| | - Cate E Dewey
- Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
10
|
Kim‐Berman H, Karl E, Sherbel J, Sytek L, Ramaswamy V. Validity and User Experience in an Augmented Reality Virtual Tooth Identification Test. J Dent Educ 2019; 83:1345-1352. [DOI: 10.21815/jde.019.139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Hera Kim‐Berman
- Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry University of Michigan School of Dentistry
| | - Elisabeta Karl
- Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics University of Michigan School of Dentistry
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
11
|
da Costa CB, Peralta FDS, Ferreira de Mello ALS. How Has Teledentistry Been Applied in Public Dental Health Services? An Integrative Review. Telemed J E Health 2019; 26:945-954. [PMID: 31573410 DOI: 10.1089/tmj.2019.0122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: There are inequities in the provision of oral health care, and a large proportion of the population face challenges in accessing public dental health care options. Introduction: Teledentistry (TD), a new branch of telemedicine dedicated to dentistry, is a potential approach that can be used to overcome these challenges. Therefore, the purpose of this integrative review was to collect information regarding the inclusion of the application of TD tools in the public dental health services. Methods: Five electronic databases (PubMed/Medline, Virtual Health Library, CINAHL, Scopus, and Web of Science) were searched for relevant articles if they reported on original data related to the use of TD in public dental health services. Results/Discussion: Twenty-four studies met the inclusion criteria and were, consequently, included in the review. Our key findings indicated that TD can be used for training and continuing education of professionals, for remote patient care, to exchange information among health professionals, and orientation. It increases the access to dental care and enables general practitioners to interact with specialties. The benefits include cost-effective health equity services, improve dental knowledge, and reduce consultation waiting time. However, despite the advances made with the use of this technology, there are still some obstacles to overcome, such as limited infrastructure, low levels of motivation and the lack of compliance, professional resistance, and legal and security issues. Conclusion: TD may be very a useful tool for dental public health increasing the quality of the care by improving access, professional education, and patient satisfaction.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Christine Böhm da Costa
- Post Graduation Program in Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
| | - Felipe da Silva Peralta
- Post Graduation Program in Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil
| | | |
Collapse
|
12
|
Balasubramanian M, Brennan DS, Short SD, Gallagher JE. A strife of interests: A qualitative study on the challenges facing oral health workforce policy and planning. Health Policy 2019; 123:1068-1075. [PMID: 31362833 DOI: 10.1016/j.healthpol.2019.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2019] [Revised: 07/07/2019] [Accepted: 07/12/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
Abstract
Oral health workforce policy has often lacked systematic connections with broader health policy, and system-based reforms that would enable more effective responses to future needs of the population. The aim of the study was to better understand challenges facing oral health workforce policy and planning and identify potential solutions. In-depth interviews of 23 senior oral health leaders and/or health policy experts from 15 countries were conducted in 2016-17. Grounded theory principles using the Straussian school of thought guided the qualitative analysis. The findings identified: (i) narrow approach towards dental education, (ii) imbalances in skills, jobs and competencies, and (iii) geographic maldistribution as major challenges. An overarching theme -"strife of interests" - shed light on the tension between the profession's interest, and the needs of the population. A key aspect was the clash for power, dominance and authority within the oral health workforce and across health professions. This study argues that appreciating the history of health professions and recognising the centrality of the strife of interests is necessary in developing policies that both address professional sensitivities and are in line with the needs of the population. Integration and closer collaboration of oral health professionals with the mainstream medical and health professions has emerged as the key issue, but the solutions will be diverse and dependent on country- or context-specific scenarios.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Madhan Balasubramanian
- The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sydney, Australia; The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, Australia; Western Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales Health, Australia; Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Australia; Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London, United Kingdom.
| | - David S Brennan
- Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Australia
| | - Stephanie D Short
- The University of Sydney, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sydney Australia; Sydney Asia Pacific Migration Centre, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Sydney, Australia
| | - Jennifer E Gallagher
- Faculty of Dentistry, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, London, United Kingdom
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Johnson L, Callaghan C, Balasubramanian M, Haq H, Spallek H. Cost Comparison of an On-Premise IT Solution with a Cloud-Based Solution for Electronic Health Records in a Dental School Clinic. J Dent Educ 2019; 83:895-903. [PMID: 31010892 DOI: 10.21815/jde.019.089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2018] [Accepted: 01/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
Electronic health records (EHRs) are increasingly moving towards cloud-based web environments. While cloud-based EHRs claim substantial benefits at reduced cost, little cost-benefit research exists for dental schools. The aim of this study was to examine the cost-benefits of a cloud-based EHR compared to an on-premise client-server EHR in the University of Michigan School of Dentistry (U-M Dent). Data were collected in 2016 from the U-M Dent cost-benefit comparison of tangible and intangible factors associated with implementing a new EHR, using the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) framework from EDUCAUSE. The TCO framework assessed three factors: foundational (overarching aspects: three items), qualitative (intangibles: 56 items), and quantitative (actual costs). Stakeholders performed factor grading, and relative assessment scores were derived for each item as well as the overall factor. The cloud-based EHR solution received higher foundational and qualitative factor summary scores. The overall cost of an on-premise solution over a two-year period was approximately $2,000,000 higher than a cloud-based solution. Cloud solutions did not carry any hidden costs, while such costs accounted for 8% (~$540,000) of the overall costs of the on-premise solution. Across the two-year period, both one-time and ongoing costs were higher for the on-premise solution than the cloud-based solution (by 40.5% and 20.5%, respectively). This study found that a cloud-based EHR system in the U-M Dent offered significant cost savings and unique benefits that were not available with the on-premise EHR solution. Based on cost, the U-M Dent has made a case for cloud-based EHR systems.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lynn Johnson
- Lynn Johnson is Professor and Associate Dean, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Cassandra Callaghan is Director of Dental Informatics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Madhan Balasubramanian is Sidney Sax National Health and Medical Research Council Research Fellow, University of Sydney, Australia and King's College London, United Kingdom; Haris Haq is a Consultant, Collaboration for Health IT; and Heiko Spallek is Professor, Head of School, and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
| | - Cassandra Callaghan
- Lynn Johnson is Professor and Associate Dean, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Cassandra Callaghan is Director of Dental Informatics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Madhan Balasubramanian is Sidney Sax National Health and Medical Research Council Research Fellow, University of Sydney, Australia and King's College London, United Kingdom; Haris Haq is a Consultant, Collaboration for Health IT; and Heiko Spallek is Professor, Head of School, and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| | - Madhan Balasubramanian
- Lynn Johnson is Professor and Associate Dean, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Cassandra Callaghan is Director of Dental Informatics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Madhan Balasubramanian is Sidney Sax National Health and Medical Research Council Research Fellow, University of Sydney, Australia and King's College London, United Kingdom; Haris Haq is a Consultant, Collaboration for Health IT; and Heiko Spallek is Professor, Head of School, and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| | - Haris Haq
- Lynn Johnson is Professor and Associate Dean, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Cassandra Callaghan is Director of Dental Informatics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Madhan Balasubramanian is Sidney Sax National Health and Medical Research Council Research Fellow, University of Sydney, Australia and King's College London, United Kingdom; Haris Haq is a Consultant, Collaboration for Health IT; and Heiko Spallek is Professor, Head of School, and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| | - Heiko Spallek
- Lynn Johnson is Professor and Associate Dean, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Cassandra Callaghan is Director of Dental Informatics, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; Madhan Balasubramanian is Sidney Sax National Health and Medical Research Council Research Fellow, University of Sydney, Australia and King's College London, United Kingdom; Haris Haq is a Consultant, Collaboration for Health IT; and Heiko Spallek is Professor, Head of School, and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Roberts BS, Roberts EP, Reynolds S, Stein AF. Dental Students' Use of Student-Managed Google Docs and Other Technologies in Collaborative Learning. J Dent Educ 2019; 83:437-444. [DOI: 10.21815/jde.019.053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2018] [Accepted: 08/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Bradley S. Roberts
- Dental Institute; Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona
| | - Eugenia P. Roberts
- Dental Institute; Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Arizona
| | - Steven Reynolds
- Clinical Dental Education; Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Illinois
| | - Amy F. Stein
- Office of Research and Sponsored Programs; Midwestern University-Arizona
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Scarbecz M, DeSchepper EJ. Trends in First-Year Dental Students' Information Technology Knowledge and Use: Results from a U.S. Dental School in 2009, 2012, and 2017. J Dent Educ 2018; 82:1287-1295. [PMID: 30504466 DOI: 10.21815/jde.018.135] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2018] [Accepted: 05/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Abstract
Dental students must be skilled in the use and application of information technology (IT), but there are few studies of IT use and knowledge among U.S. dental students. The aim of this study was to retrospectively analyze survey data regarding IT use and knowledge collected from first-year dental students at one U.S. dental school in 2009, 2012, and 2017. Data were collected from an anonymous survey of these students as part of a D1 course called Informatics and Evaluation of Dental Literature. All students participated in the survey each year, for a response rate of 100%. Annual numbers of participants were 80 (2009), 90 (2012), and 97 (2017), for a total 267 respondents. The students reported that they frequently accessed Internet resources multiple times per day and that frequency of use had increased over time, principally from access via smartphones. These students reported feeling comfortable with higher education IT applications such as learning management systems and computerized testing. However, despite their frequent IT use, the students reported low levels of knowledge about IT security, and the three years of survey data showed that IT security knowledge had declined over time. These findings have implications for dental educators, including the need for methods for training students to protect their personal data and that of their patients.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mark Scarbecz
- Mark Scarbecz, MA, PhD, is Professor and Associate Dean for Institutional Affairs, College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; Edward J. DeSchepper, MAEd, DDS, MS, is Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
| | - Edward J DeSchepper
- Mark Scarbecz, MA, PhD, is Professor and Associate Dean for Institutional Affairs, College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee Health Science Center; Edward J. DeSchepper, MAEd, DDS, MS, is Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee Health Science Center
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
McAndrew M, Horvath Z, Atiyeh LE. A Survey of Faculty Development in U.S. and Canadian Dental Schools: Types of Activities and Institutional Entity with Responsibility. J Dent Educ 2018; 82:1127-1139. [DOI: 10.21815/jde.018.116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2018] [Accepted: 04/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
|
17
|
Huang TK, Yang CH, Hsieh YH, Wang JC, Hung CC. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applied in dentistry. Kaohsiung J Med Sci 2018; 34:243-248. [DOI: 10.1016/j.kjms.2018.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2017] [Revised: 12/20/2017] [Accepted: 01/12/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
|
18
|
Chuenjitwongsa S, Bullock A, Oliver RG. Culture and its influences on dental education. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2018; 22:57-66. [PMID: 27882648 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/24/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Culture is an important factor influencing how students develop learning and how educators provide support to students. The aim of this paper is to explore a concept of national European cultures, and relationships between culture and educational practice with the intention of helping the dental profession gain a better understanding of effective teaching and learning in dentistry. CONTENT Culture represents the collective behaviours, values and beliefs of people in a society. How people react to education is partly explained by culture. Students utilise different culturally based strategies to develop learning. We apply Hofstede's model to explore European cultures and implications for dental education and educational practice. Most Western students possess assimilating learning styles enabling them to learn effectively in student-centred contexts while most Eastern students have accommodating learning styles and are more familiar with teacher-centred learning. Eastern students may need to adapt their approach to learning to better benefit from student-centred learning. CONCLUSION Culture influences students' learning and educational practice. Dental educators should be aware of such influences and provide support that acknowledges students' different cultural backgrounds. Cultural competence is fundamental for effective teaching and learning in dentistry.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S Chuenjitwongsa
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
| | - A Bullock
- Cardiff Unit for Research and Evaluation in Medical and Dental Education (CUREMeDE), Cardiff University School of Social Sciences, Cardiff, UK
| | - R G Oliver
- Postgraduate Medical and Dental Education, Wales Deanery, Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
White JM, Jenson LE, Gansky SA, Walsh CJ, Accurso BT, Vaderhobli RM, Kalenderian E, Walji MF, Cheng J. Dental Students’ Clinical Experience Across Three Successive Curricula at One U.S. Dental School. J Dent Educ 2017; 81:366-377. [DOI: 10.21815/jde.016.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2016] [Accepted: 09/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Joel M. White
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry; University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry
| | | | - Stuart A. Gansky
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry; University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry
| | | | | | - Ram M. Vaderhobli
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry; University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry
| | - Elsbeth Kalenderian
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry; University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry
| | | | - Jing Cheng
- Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry; University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Zandona AF, Kinney J, Seong W, Kumar V, Bendayan A, Hewlett E. Should Lecture Recordings Be Mandated in Dental Schools? Two Viewpoints. J Dent Educ 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2016.80.12.tb06235.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Andrea Ferreira Zandona
- Department of Operative Dentistry; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry
| | - Janet Kinney
- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine; University of Michigan School of Dentistry
| | - WookJin Seong
- Division of Prosthodontics; Department of Restorative Sciences; University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
| | - Vandana Kumar
- Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology; Department of Oral Pathology, Medicine, and Oral Radiology; University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry
| | - Alexander Bendayan
- Department of Restorative Sciences and Biomaterials; Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine
| | - Edmond Hewlett
- Section of Restorative Dentistry; University of California; Los Angeles School of Dentistry
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Kato A, Ziegler A, Utsumi M, Ohno K, Takeichi T. Three-dimensional imaging of internal tooth structures: Applications in dental education. J Oral Biosci 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.job.2016.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
|
22
|
Azab E, Saksena Y, Alghanem T, Midle JB, Molgaard K, Albright S, Karimbux N. Relationship Among Dental Students’ Class Lecture Attendance, Use of Online Resources, and Performance. J Dent Educ 2016. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2016.80.4.tb06103.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Ehab Azab
- Department of Periodontology; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
| | - Yun Saksena
- Department of Comprehensive Care; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
| | - Tofool Alghanem
- Department of Public Health and Community Service; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
| | - Jennifer Bassett Midle
- Department of Public Health and Community Service; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
| | | | - Susan Albright
- Technology for Learning in the Health Sciences; Tufts University Technology Services
| | - Nadeem Karimbux
- Department of Periodontology and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs; Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
| |
Collapse
|
23
|
Kannry J, Sengstack P, Thyvalikakath TP, Poikonen J, Middleton B, Payne T, Lehmann CU. The Chief Clinical Informatics Officer (CCIO): AMIA Task Force Report on CCIO Knowledge, Education, and Skillset Requirements. Appl Clin Inform 2016; 7:143-76. [PMID: 27081413 PMCID: PMC4817341 DOI: 10.4338/aci-2015-12-r-0174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2015] [Accepted: 12/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION The emerging operational role of the "Chief Clinical Informatics Officer" (CCIO) remains heterogeneous with individuals deriving from a variety of clinical settings and backgrounds. The CCIO is defined in title, responsibility, and scope of practice by local organizations. The term encompasses the more commonly used Chief Medical Informatics Officer (CMIO) and Chief Nursing Informatics Officer (CNIO) as well as the rarely used Chief Pharmacy Informatics Officer (CPIO) and Chief Dental Informatics Officer (CDIO). BACKGROUND The American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) identified a need to better delineate the knowledge, education, skillsets, and operational scope of the CCIO in an attempt to address the challenges surrounding the professional development and the hiring processes of CCIOs. DISCUSSION An AMIA task force developed knowledge, education, and operational skillset recommendations for CCIOs focusing on the common core aspect and describing individual differences based on Clinical Informatics focus. The task force concluded that while the role of the CCIO currently is diverse, a growing body of Clinical Informatics and increasing certification efforts are resulting in increased homogeneity. The task force advised that 1.) To achieve a predictable and desirable skillset, the CCIO must complete clearly defined and specified Clinical Informatics education and training. 2.) Future education and training must reflect the changing body of knowledge and must be guided by changing day-to-day informatics challenges. CONCLUSION A better defined and specified education and skillset for all CCIO positions will motivate the CCIO workforce and empower them to perform the job of a 21st century CCIO. Formally educated and trained CCIOs will provide a competitive advantage to their respective enterprise by fully utilizing the power of Informatics science.
Collapse
|
24
|
Farooq I, Al-Jandan BA. Effect of Video Triggering During Conventional Lectures on Final Grades of Dental Students in an Oral Biology Course: A Two-Year Retrospective Study. J Dent Educ 2015. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2015.79.12.tb06047.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Imran Farooq
- Department of Biomedical Dental Sciences; College of Dentistry; University of Dammam; Saudi Arabia
| | - Badr A. Al-Jandan
- Department of Biomedical Dental Sciences; College of Dentistry; University of Dammam; Saudi Arabia
| |
Collapse
|
25
|
Pachêco-Pereira C, De Luca Canto G, Major PW, Flores-Mir C. Variation of orthodontic treatment decision-making based on dental model type: A systematic review. Angle Orthod 2014; 85:501-9. [DOI: 10.2319/051214-343.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
ABSTRACTObjective: To determine in which clinical scenarios digital models are valid as replacements for plaster models during orthodontic treatment decision-making process and treatment planning.Materials and Methods: An attempt to identify all pertinent published information was made. Retained articles were those where a decision-making process leading to differential orthodontic treatment plans based on either method were compared. The search was tailored for PubMed and adapted for EMBASE, MEDLINE, the Cochrane Library, LILACS, and Web of Science. A partial grey literature search was conducted through Google Scholar. References lists of the included articles were screened for potential relevant studies. The methodology of selected studies was evaluated using the Quality Assessment Tool for Diagnostic Accuracy Studies (QUADAS).Results: Only two studies were finally selected for the qualitative and quantitative synthesis. QUADAS results scores from selected studies ranged from 61% to 83% of 11 items evaluated. In one, the overall treatment plan regarding orthognathic surgery for Class II malocclusion changed in 13% to 22% of the cases. In the other one, 6% of the orthodontic treatment plans changed.Conclusion: Digital models could be used to replace plaster models in Class II malocclusion treatment planning.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Camila Pachêco-Pereira
- Master in Dentistry student and Clinical Instructor, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
| | - Graziela De Luca Canto
- Adjunct Professor, Department of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil, and Postdoctoral Fellow, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
| | - Paul W. Major
- Professor and Chair, School of Dentistry, and Senior Associate Dean, Dental Affairs, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
| | - Carlos Flores-Mir
- Associate Professor, Division Head of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
26
|
Stein CD, Eisenberg ES, O’Donnell JA, Spallek H. What Dental Educators Need to Understand About Emerging Technologies to Incorporate Them Effectively into the Educational Process. J Dent Educ 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2014.78.4.tb05702.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Corey D. Stein
- Center for Dental Informatics; University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
| | - Elise S. Eisenberg
- Epidemiology and Health Promotion; New York University College of Dentistry
| | | | - Heiko Spallek
- Center for Dental Informatics; University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
| |
Collapse
|
27
|
Abdelkarim A, Benghuzzi H, Hamadain E, Tucci M, Ford T, Sullivan D. U.S. Dental Students’ and Faculty Members’ Attitudes About Technology, Instructional Strategies, Student Diversity, and School Duration: A Comparative Study. J Dent Educ 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2014.78.4.tb05713.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Ahmad Abdelkarim
- Department of Orthodontics; University of Mississippi School of Dentistry
| | - Hamed Benghuzzi
- Department of Diagnostic and Clinical Health Sciences; University of Mississippi School of Health Related Professions
| | | | - Michelle Tucci
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery; University of Mississippi School of Medicine
| | | | - Donna Sullivan
- Department of Medicine; University of Mississippi School of Medicine
| |
Collapse
|
28
|
Moazami F, Bahrampour E, Azar MR, Jahedi F, Moattari M. Comparing two methods of education (virtual versus traditional) on learning of Iranian dental students: a post-test only design study. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2014; 14:45. [PMID: 24597923 PMCID: PMC3975717 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6920-14-45] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2013] [Accepted: 02/19/2014] [Indexed: 05/04/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND The importance of using technologies such as e-learning in different disciplines is discussed in the literature. Researchers have measured the effectiveness of e-learning in a number of fields.Considering the lack of research on the effectiveness of online learning in dental education particularly in Iran, the advantages of these learning methods and the positive university atmosphere regarding the use of online learning. This study, therefore, aims to compare the effects of two methods of teaching (virtual versus traditional) on student learning. METHODS This post-test only design study approached 40, fifth year dental students of Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. From this group, 35 students agreed to participate. These students were randomly allocated into two groups, experimental (virtual learning) and comparison (traditional learning). To ensure similarity between groups, we compared GPAs of all participants by the Mann-Whitney U test (P > 0.05). The experimental group received a virtual learning environment courseware package specifically designed for this study, whereas the control group received the same module structured in a traditional lecture form. The virtual learning environment consisted of online and offline materials. Two identical valid, reliable post-tests that consisted of 40 multiple choice questions (MCQs) and 4 essay questions were administered immediately (15 min) after the last session and two months later to assess for knowledge retention. Data were analyzed by SPSS version 20. RESULTS A comparison of the mean knowledge score of both groups showed that virtual learning was more effective than traditional learning (effect size = 0.69). CONCLUSION The newly designed virtual learning package is feasible and will result in more effective learning in comparison with lecture-based training. However further studies are needed to generalize the findings of this study.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Fariborz Moazami
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
| | - Ehsan Bahrampour
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologist, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
| | - Mohammad Reza Azar
- Department of Endodontics, School of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
| | - Farzad Jahedi
- Department of Biomedical Informatics, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
| | - Marzieh Moattari
- Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Rush WA, Schleyer TK, Kirshner M, Boyle R, Thoele MJ, Lenton P, Asche S, Thyvalikakath T, Spallek H, Durand EC, Enstad CJ, Huntley CL, Rindal DB. Integrating Tobacco Dependence Counseling into Electronic Dental Records: A Multi-Method Approach. J Dent Educ 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2014.78.1.tb05654.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Affiliation(s)
| | - Titus K.L. Schleyer
- Center for Biomedical Informatics; Regenstrief Institute, Inc; Indianapolis IN
| | | | | | | | - P.A. Lenton
- HealthPartners Institute for Education and Research
| | - Steve Asche
- HealthPartners Institute for Education and Research
| | | | | | | | | | - Charles L. Huntley
- Dental Clinic Systems; HealthPartners Institute for Education and Research
| | | |
Collapse
|
30
|
Maupome G, Isyutina O. Dental Students’ and Faculty Members’ Concepts and Emotions Associated with a Caries Risk Assessment Program. J Dent Educ 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2013.77.11.tb05624.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Gerardo Maupome
- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry; Indiana University School of Dentistry
| | - Olga Isyutina
- Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry; Indiana University School of Dentistry
| |
Collapse
|
31
|
Horvath Z, O’Donnell JA, Johnson LA, Karimbux NY, Shuler CF, Spallek H. Use of Lecture Recordings in Dental Education: Assessment of Status Quo and Recommendations. J Dent Educ 2013. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2013.77.11.tb05619.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Zsuzsa Horvath
- Faculty Development, Office of Faculty Affairs; University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
| | - Jean A. O’Donnell
- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Comprehensive Care; University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
| | - Lynn A. Johnson
- Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine; University of Michigan School of Dentistry
| | | | - Charles F. Shuler
- Department of Oral Biology and Medical Sciences; University of British Columbia Faculty of Dentistry
| | - Heiko Spallek
- Center for Dental Informatics and Department of Dental Public Health; University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
| |
Collapse
|
32
|
Garcia I, Kuska R, Somerman MJ. Expanding the foundation for personalized medicine: implications and challenges for dentistry. J Dent Res 2013; 92:3S-10S. [PMID: 23690361 DOI: 10.1177/0022034513487209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Personalized medicine aims to individualize care based on a person's unique genetic, environmental, and clinical profile. Dentists and physicians have long recognized variations between and among patients, and have customized care based on each individual's health history, environment, and behavior. However, the sequencing of the human genome in 2003 and breakthroughs in regenerative medicine, imaging, and computer science redefined "personalized medicine" as clinical care that takes advantage of new molecular tools to facilitate highly precise health care based on an individual's unique genomic and molecular characteristics. Major investments in science bring a new urgency toward realizing the promise of personalized medicine; yet, many challenges stand in the way. In this article, we present an overview of the opportunities and challenges that influence the oral health community's full participation in personalized medicine. We highlight selected research advances that are solidifying the foundation of personalized oral health care, elaborate on their impact on dentistry, and explore obstacles toward their adoption into practice. It is our view that now is the time for oral health professionals, educators, students, researchers, and patients to engage fully in preparations for the arrival of personalized medicine as a means to provide quality, customized, and effective oral health care for all.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- I Garcia
- National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2290, Bethesda, MD 20892-2290, USA
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
33
|
Wipfli H, Press DJ, Kuhn V. Global health education: a pilot in trans-disciplinary, digital instruction. Glob Health Action 2013; 6:1-7. [PMID: 23643297 PMCID: PMC3644060 DOI: 10.3402/gha.v6i0.20747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2013] [Revised: 03/28/2013] [Accepted: 03/29/2013] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
Abstract
Background The development of new global health academic programs provides unique opportunities to create innovative educational approaches within and across universities. Recent evidence suggests that digital media technologies may provide feasible and cost-effective alternatives to traditional classroom instruction; yet, many emerging global health academic programs lag behind in the utilization of modern technologies. Objective We created an inter-departmental University of Southern California (USC) collaboration to develop and implement a course focused on digital media and global health. Design Course curriculum was based on core tenants of modern education: multi-disciplinary, technologically advanced, learner-centered, and professional application of knowledge. Student and university evaluations were reviewed to qualitatively assess course satisfaction and educational outcomes. Results ‘New Media for Global Health’ ran for 18 weeks in the Spring 2012 semester with N=41 students (56.1% global health and 43.9% digital studies students). The course resulted in a number of high quality global health-related digital media products available at http://iml420.wordpress.com/. Challenges confronted at USC included administrative challenges related to co-teaching and frustration from students conditioned to a rigid system of teacher-led learning within a specific discipline. Quantitative and qualitative course evaluations reflected positive feedback for the course instructors and mixed reviews for the organization of the course. Conclusion The development of innovative educational programs in global health requires on-going experimentation and information sharing across departments and universities. Digital media technologies may have implications for future efforts to improve global health education.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Heather Wipfli
- USC Institute for Global Health, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
34
|
Carvalho JC. Case Report Form for oral health assessments: methodological considerations. Braz Oral Res 2012; 26 Suppl 1:10-6. [DOI: 10.1590/s1806-83242012000700003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2012] [Accepted: 05/28/2012] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
|
35
|
Drisko CL, Whittaker LP. Dental School Faculty and the Academic Environment from 1936 to 2011: Familiar Features in a New Context. J Dent Educ 2012. [DOI: 10.1002/j.0022-0337.2012.76.1.tb05235.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
|