Training Methods in Oral Surgery and Dental Implantology
Author Information
Author(s): Barausse Carlo, Felice Pietro, Pistilli Roberto, Pellegrino Gerardo, Bonifazi Lorenzo, Tayeb Subhi, Neri Irene, Koufi Foteini-Dionysia, Fazio Antonietta, Marvi Maria Vittoria, Manzoli Lucia, Ratti Stefano
Primary Institution: University of Bologna
Hypothesis
How do traditional and modern educational tools coexist in oral and implant surgery training?
Conclusion
Combining traditional methods like human body dissection with modern technologies can optimize oral and implant surgery education.
Supporting Evidence
- Human body dissection provides critical tactile feedback for surgical training.
- Virtual simulations improve student confidence and procedural accuracy.
- 3D-printed models enhance understanding of surgical procedures but lack soft tissue realism.
- Blended learning approaches increase student satisfaction and perceived preparedness.
- Simulation-based learning significantly improves technical proficiency in students.
Takeaway
This study looks at how dental students learn surgery, showing that using real human bodies to practice is really important, even with new technology.
Methodology
A systematic literature search was conducted, evaluating 20 studies on training methods in oral surgery and implantology.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on self-reported outcomes and limited sample sizes in some studies.
Limitations
The review did not undertake a formal risk of bias assessment and relied on self-reported data in some studies.
Participant Demographics
The studies included dental students and residents from various institutions.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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