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Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-5 | Issue-03 | 180-183
Original Research Article
A Qualitative Study on Understanding of Endodontic Procedures among Undergraduate Students
Dr. Vaishnavi Potluri, Dr. Ravi Tejaswini Chunduri, Dr. Suprabath Potnuru, Dr. Asma Shaik, Dr. Aliza Kapoor, Dr. Swetha Alugubelli
Published : March 21, 2020
DOI : 10.36348/sjodr.2020.v05i03.008
Abstract
Aim: The present study aimed to identify undergraduate student’s perceptions of endodontic treatment through a survey, which analyzed student profiles and their difficulties. Materials and methods: Fifty students who had experienced endodontic, laboratory or clinical procedures responded a survey based on their experiences, concerning their perceptions, experience and self confidence levels. Results: About 50.9% of the undergraduates noted having some trouble when taking periapical radiographs. About 67% of the undergraduates had problems identifying root canals. Whereas in case of intracanal medication and irrigation doesn’t pose any significant difficulty. Conclusion: This survey study helped to discover various loop-holes in the education agenda which, if changed correctly, would be of great help to both the quality of undergraduate’s performance and the time dentistry schools spend trying to deal with these issues.
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