A study on digital tooth preparation assessment software in undergraduate pre-clinical skills teaching
Abstract Introduction Aims This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the PrepCheck digital system as an additional feedback tool in enhancing undergraduate dental students’ tooth preparation skills and its potential to enhance students’ learning experience. Material and Meth...
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| description | Abstract Introduction Aims This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the PrepCheck digital system as an additional feedback tool in enhancing undergraduate dental students’ tooth preparation skills and its potential to enhance students’ learning experience. Material and Methods A total of 55 BDS3 students attending the “Crowns Course” and divided into three groups participated in the study. One group (n = 24) was randomly selected as the case group and received feedback using the digital tooth preparation analysis system, PrepCheck, alongside standard visual assessment. The other two groups (n = 31) served as controls and only received standard visual feedback. All students’ tooth preparations for the final test were digitally assessed using PrepCheck against a faculty-approved master preparation. The tooth preparation quality was compared between the case and control groups, employing two distinct grading methods. Additionally, a questionnaire was provided to students who used the digital system to gather their feedback. Results The findings revealed a positive trend in performance among the case group when using the PrepCheck system. However, the analysis showed no statistically significant differences between the groups in both the tutor assessment only and tutor assessment in addition to using the PrepCheck report. Despite the absence of statistically significant differences, qualitative feedback from participants indicated a favourable reception of the digital system. Conclusions While the PrepCheck digital system displayed potential in complementing traditional teaching methods and enhancing the learning experience, its integration posed challenges, particularly concerning time constraints. Further research is recommended to investigate further the potential longer-term effects and potential useful applications for integrating digital systems like PrepCheck into dental education. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-5366ac5b90ad43af983a4d31d2a1900e2024-12-08T12:42:08ZengNature Publishing GroupBDJ Open2056-807X2024-12-011011710.1038/s41405-024-00279-4A study on digital tooth preparation assessment software in undergraduate pre-clinical skills teachingHanin Alsharif0Richard Boyle1Pauline Maillou2George P. Cherukara3Resident Dentist – Prosthodontics Tabuk Health Cluster Specialist Dental CenterLecturer in Digital Dental Technology, University of DundeeClinical Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, University of DundeeSenior Clinical Lecturer, University of Dundee, Honorary Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, NHS Tayside, Programme Director, DClinDent Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Dundee, Park PlaceAbstract Introduction Aims This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the PrepCheck digital system as an additional feedback tool in enhancing undergraduate dental students’ tooth preparation skills and its potential to enhance students’ learning experience. Material and Methods A total of 55 BDS3 students attending the “Crowns Course” and divided into three groups participated in the study. One group (n = 24) was randomly selected as the case group and received feedback using the digital tooth preparation analysis system, PrepCheck, alongside standard visual assessment. The other two groups (n = 31) served as controls and only received standard visual feedback. All students’ tooth preparations for the final test were digitally assessed using PrepCheck against a faculty-approved master preparation. The tooth preparation quality was compared between the case and control groups, employing two distinct grading methods. Additionally, a questionnaire was provided to students who used the digital system to gather their feedback. Results The findings revealed a positive trend in performance among the case group when using the PrepCheck system. However, the analysis showed no statistically significant differences between the groups in both the tutor assessment only and tutor assessment in addition to using the PrepCheck report. Despite the absence of statistically significant differences, qualitative feedback from participants indicated a favourable reception of the digital system. Conclusions While the PrepCheck digital system displayed potential in complementing traditional teaching methods and enhancing the learning experience, its integration posed challenges, particularly concerning time constraints. Further research is recommended to investigate further the potential longer-term effects and potential useful applications for integrating digital systems like PrepCheck into dental education.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41405-024-00279-4 |
| spellingShingle | Hanin Alsharif Richard Boyle Pauline Maillou George P. Cherukara A study on digital tooth preparation assessment software in undergraduate pre-clinical skills teaching BDJ Open |
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