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Hadjichristou C, Kokoti M, Bakopoulou A. Haptics in fixed prosthodontics and their role in dental education: A literature review. J Dent Educ 2024. [PMID: 38558060 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Technological progress leads to new advances in dental education. One of the applications involves the use of virtual and augmented reality as educational aids. The emerging question is to establish if and how these enhancements may prove beneficial to the overall student learning process. A review of recent literature was conducted with the aim of providing evidence for the development of relevant clinical guidelines. The proposed topic attempted to provide answers to the questions of (a) how participants perform when using haptic devices compared to traditional tooth preparation methods on typodonts, (b) how the use of simulators is perceived by both students and educators, and (c) what added value simulators may have in prosthetic dentistry training. The main findings of this study showed that participants expressed satisfaction with the educational experience, finding it both stimulating and very similar to the actual clinical environment. However, differences between haptic and conventional methods were also apparent. Haptics was a significant predictor of clinical crown performance. Significantly better results and shorter preparation times tended to increase with experience. In conclusion, self-directed learning appears to be beneficial in the clinical education that follows data-driven approach. At the pre-laboratory level, simulators may act as an initial familiarization instrument. At the preclinical level, they may aid in detecting students who require extra assistance, or to provide extra training hours for students lacking adequate competency to enter the clinical training phase.
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- Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Lima BC, Grillo R, Reis BAQ, Pinto LAPF, Melhem-Elias F. Haptic devices as an educational approach for oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures. JOURNAL OF STOMATOLOGY, ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 2024:101856. [PMID: 38565423 DOI: 10.1016/j.jormas.2024.101856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Developing the skills of a proficient surgeon with a deep understanding of force requires extensive training and repetitive practice. Traditionally, dental students and surgical trainees observed and participated in procedures using models, animals, or cadavers under expert supervision before performing the procedures independently. To address these challenges, interactive simulators with visuo-haptic features have been introduced in surgical training, providing visual and tactile feedback that replicates the sense of touch through applied forces, vibrations, or motions. STUDY DESIGN Two independent reviewers employed a specific search strategy to explore online databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (WoS). This strategy included keywords such as "haptic device," "education," "oral surgery," "surgery," and "maxillofacial surgery." All types of studies related to maxillofacial surgery, except for case reports, reviews, and eBooks, were considered for inclusion. RESULTS A total of 22 articles meeting the screening criteria were identified. The use of haptic devices for training dental students in oral surgery, anesthesia, as well as oral and maxillofacial trainees and surgeons in various surgical procedures, was evaluated. CONCLUSION Incorporating tactile devices into the training of residents and maxillofacial surgeons offers numerous advantages, including improved technical skills and enhanced patient safety.
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- Bernardo Correia Lima
- Department of Oral Diagnosis, Dental Radiology and Imaginology, Dental School of University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Departament of Oral Surgery and Diagnosis, Hospital da Boca, Santa Casa da Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Traumatology and Prosthesis, Dental School of University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Departament of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculdade Patos de Minas, Brasília, DF, Brazil
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Service, Clementino Fraga Filho University Hospital, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil; Private Practice in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Traumatology and Prosthesis, Dental School of University of São Paulo, São Paulo, SP, Brazil; Private Practice in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Fu Y, Chu F, Lu X, Wang C, Xiao N, Jiang J, Zheng J, Jiang H. Assessment and evaluation of online education and virtual simulation technology in dental education: a cross-sectional survey. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2024; 24:191. [PMID: 38403582 PMCID: PMC10895829 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-024-05171-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND The global outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has led medical universities in China to conduct online teaching. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a blended learning approach that combines online teaching and virtual reality technology in dental education and to evaluate the acceptance of the blended learning approach among dental teachers and students. METHODS The Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) checklist was followed in this study. A total of 157 students' perspectives on online and virtual reality technology education and 54 teachers' opinions on online teaching were collected via questionnaires. Additionally, 101 students in the 2015-year group received the traditional teaching method (TT group), while 97 students in the 2017-year group received blended learning combining online teaching and virtual reality technology (BL group). The graduation examination results of students in the two groups were compared. RESULTS The questionnaire results showed that most students were satisfied with the online course and the virtual simulation platform teaching, while teachers held conservative and neutral attitudes toward online teaching. Although the theoretical score of the BL group on the final exam was greater than that of the TT group, there was no significant difference between the two groups (P = 0.805). The skill operation score of the BL group on the final exam was significantly lower than that of the TT group (P = 0.004). The overall score of the BL group was lower than that of the TT group (P = 0.018), but the difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.112). CONCLUSIONS The blended learning approach combining online teaching and virtual reality technology plays a positive role in students' learning and is useful and effective in dental education.
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- Yu Fu
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Teaching Office of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Department of Basic Science of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Teaching Office of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Teaching Office of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Health Policy and Management, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
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- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Department of Teaching Office of Stomatology, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
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Huang Y, Huang S, Liu Y, Lin Z, Hong Y, Li X. Application of virtual reality and haptics system Simodont in Chinese dental education: A scoping review. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2023. [PMID: 38148502 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Virtual reality (VR) and haptic simulation technology have been increasingly implemented in dental training. Since the first haptic VR dental simulator (Simodont) was introduced 10 years ago, it has been applied in more than 40 universities in mainland China. This scoping review aimed to review literature, showcasing the teaching reform of dental virtual simulation in mainland China to global dental education peers. METHODS This scoping review was conducted using the PRISMA extension for scoping review guidelines. Seven electronic databases were searched, and two reviewers independently performed the selection and characterization of the studies. RESULTS The final scoping review included 12 studies. Four studies focused on the G. V. Black class II cavity, three on manual dexterity skills training, two on full metal crown preparation, one on pulpal access and coronal cavity preparation, one on flipped classroom teaching, and one on 'doctor-patient communication' skills. DISCUSSION The most critical scenarios, self-assessment, working posture, curriculum setting, training and cost are analysed and discussed. CONCLUSION Haptic simulation technology is a valuable complementary tool to the phantom head in dental education. The combined utilization of these two training devices has been superior to either in isolation. However, there is a lack of research on the sequencing of the two systems, as well as the appropriate distribution of curriculum between them. It is necessary for educators to organize or engage in experience sharing, collaboration and knowledge dissemination. These actions are essential for promoting effective teaching within dental educational institutions.
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- Yudong Huang
- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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Daud A, Matoug-Elwerfelli M, Daas H, Zahra D, Ali K. Enhancing learning experiences in pre-clinical restorative dentistry: the impact of virtual reality haptic simulators. BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION 2023; 23:948. [PMID: 38087290 PMCID: PMC10717008 DOI: 10.1186/s12909-023-04904-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Utilization of Virtual Reality haptic simulation (VRHS) to aid in the training of various pre-clinical skills is of recent interest. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of VRHS in restorative dentistry on the learning experiences and perceptions of dental students. METHODS An interventional study design was utilized to recruit third year students. All participants provided informed consents and were randomly divided into two groups. Group 1: Initially performed a Class I cavity preparation with the VRHS, followed by the same exercise using the phantom head/ acrylic typodont teeth in a conventional simulation environment (CSE). Group 2: Initially performed Class I preparations in a CSE, followed by the same exercise using VRHS. Both groups performed the exercises on a lower right first molar. To understand students' perception, an online questionnaire was circulated. Data analysis involved Chi-square tests, independent t-tests and Mann-Whitney U-tests using the R statistical environment package. RESULTS A total of 23 dental students participated in this study. Although student's perceptions were similar in both groups, a strong agreement that VRHS training might be used to supplement standard pre-clinical training was noted. Advancements to the VRHS hardware and software are required to bridge the gap and provide a smooth transition to clinics. CONCLUSION Novice dental students generally perceived VRHS as a useful tool for enhancing their manual dexterity. Dental institutions should endorse virtual reality technology with caution, ensuring a planned integration into the curriculum to optimize benefit. Feedback is pivotal to effective learning in simulation-based education, and the triangulation of feedback could serve as a powerful aid to maximize the learning experience.
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- Alaa Daud
- Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.
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- Dental Laboratories, College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Assessment and Psychometrics, University of Plymouth, Peninsula Medical School, Faculty of Health, Plymouth, UK
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- Oral Surgery, Associate Dean Academic Affairs, College of Dental Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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Sharab L, Sonkar J, Thomas PM, Prasannakumar P, Guha U, Leventer M, Vazouras K, Cappelli D. Reshaping dental faculty development using collective healthcare experiences. J Dent Educ 2023; 87:1234-1241. [PMID: 37400111 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
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Dental academics provide a fulfilling career path to educate the next generation of oral health professionals. The number of dentists choosing a career in dental academics is declining and existing faculty are opting for other career options. As the number of dental schools increase across the US, a critical shortage of educators may be evidenced. In dentistry, innovative approaches to develop academic faculty are not keeping pace with the growing needs of dental faculty, who are challenged to establish a fulfilling work-life balance. This work reviews existing methods that other health professions implement to develop faculty for successful career growth. This review highlights factors and related cofactors that influence career development among dental faculty. Recommendations are presented as potential solutions based on the assessment of similar experiences published by related academic healthcare professions. Dental academia must increase attention to faculty needs and awareness by conducting institutional-specific studies to address these issues with customizable solutions.
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- Lina Sharab
- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Oral Health Science, College of Dentistry, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Comprehensive Care, Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, USA
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- Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, California, USA
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- Adult Restorative Dentistry Department, College of Dentistry, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
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- School of Dentistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Community Engagement, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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Wimardhani YS, Indrastiti RK, Ayu AP, Soegyanto AI, Wardhany II, Subarnbhesaj A, Nik Mohd Rosdy NMM, Do TT. Perceptions of Online Learning Implementation in Dental Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study of Dental School Faculty Members in Southeast Asia. Dent J (Basel) 2023; 11:201. [PMID: 37754321 PMCID: PMC10527951 DOI: 10.3390/dj11090201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the perceptions of faculty members from dental schools in Southeast Asian countries regarding the implementation of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS A previously implemented questionnaire comprising 43 questions was utilized in this study. Lecturers from four universities in Southeast Asia were invited to participate in the study. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS The data were analyzed using SPSS version 25.0 through several types of comparative and correlation analyses. RESULTS There were 183 lecturers who participated in the study. The overall responses suggest that the perceived effectiveness of online learning in dentistry was centered on a neutral value. The participants faced challenges when implementing online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the lack of interaction being the most challenging factor. They agreed that online learning had many advantages, specifically in time flexibility and communication. The participants had stronger perceptions relating the advantages and opportunities of online teaching, and recognized that the effectiveness of offline teaching alone was limited. CONCLUSION The perceptions of Southeast Asian dental school faculty members were inclined toward a positive outlook on blended learning for implementation in dentistry, as a means of providing opportunities to use online learning beyond COVID-19 in the future.
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- Yuniardini Septorini Wimardhani
- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia; (R.K.I.); (A.I.S.); (I.I.W.)
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia; (R.K.I.); (A.I.S.); (I.I.W.)
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- Dentistry Program, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia;
- Oral Epidemiology and Clinical Studies Research Cluster, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia; (R.K.I.); (A.I.S.); (I.I.W.)
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- Department of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jl. Salemba Raya No.4, Central Jakarta 10430, Indonesia; (R.K.I.); (A.I.S.); (I.I.W.)
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- Department of Oral Biomedical Sciences, Division of Oral Diagnosis, Faculty of Dentistry, Khon Kaen University, 123 Mittraparp Rd., Muang, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand;
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- Centre of Oral & Maxillofacial Diagnostics & Medicine Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buloh Campus, Jalan Hospital, Sungai Buloh 47000, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Department of Oral Pathology and Periodontology, Faculty of Odonto-Stomatology, Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 179 Nguyen Van Cu Street, An Khanh, Ninh Kieu, Can Tho, Vietnam;
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