Computer‐aided design files as a learning tool in dental anatomy
2024

Using Digital Tools to Learn Dental Anatomy

Sample size: 120 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Reyes‐Perez Elisandra DDS, MSD, MS, MPhil, Latshaw Kendall DDS, Meirelles Luiz DDS, MS, PhD, Weiss Gabriela A. DDS, MS

Primary Institution: The Ohio State University

Hypothesis

Can a digital tooth library improve learning outcomes in dental anatomy during remote education?

Conclusion

The digital tooth morphology library is an effective study tool that supplements in-person learning without negatively impacting student learning outcomes.

Supporting Evidence

  • 91% of students found the digital files easy to use.
  • 87% of students felt the review sessions helped them prepare for exams.
  • 95% of students indicated the digital files positively impacted their final grades.
  • 93% of students want digital files available in future courses.

Takeaway

Students used a digital library of teeth to learn about dental anatomy, and it helped them do better in their exams.

Methodology

A digital tooth library was created and distributed to students, who provided feedback through a survey.

Limitations

The results were not statistically significant, indicating potential limitations in the study's findings.

Participant Demographics

Dental and dental hygiene students at The Ohio State University.

Statistical Information

P-Value

0.05

Statistical Significance

p=0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1002/jdd.13439

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