ArticleJournal of Taibah University Medical Sciences2020
Using mobile multimedia platforms in teaching dental diagnosis.
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- Design, Implementation and Evaluation of Educational Aid Game for Differential Diagnosis of Oral Lesions Through Mobile Learning.European journal of dental education : official journal of the Association for Dental Education in Europe · 2026Trial
- The Impact of Instagram on Dental Professionals in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Investigation.Oral health & preventive dentistry · 2025Article
- Preparation and evaluation of a multimedia oral health education software for teenagers.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- The Use of Instagram Among Dental Patients in Saudi Arabia.Acta informatica medica : AIM : journal of the Society for Medical Informatics of Bosnia & Herzegovina : casopis Drustva za medicinsku informatiku BiH · 2023Article
- Effectiveness of Virtual Reality and Interactive Simulators on Dental Education Outcomes: Systematic Review.European journal of dentistry · 2022Article
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Abstract
objectiveMobile Multimedia Platforms (MMPs) are prolific tools that can be used by individuals and corporations to share content. However, few studies have shown the effectiveness of MMPs as educational tools. Through this study, we aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of MMPs in improving basic dental diagnostic skills. In addition, we captured student feedback on the use of MMPs in a dental curriculum.
methodIn this voluntary interventional study on 89 senior dental students, we created pilot learning modules through an MMP called Instagram Stories to teach dental diagnosis. We evaluated the efficacy of the modules through diagnostic tests that were given to dental students who were close to graduating.
resultsThe students showed a significant increase in diagnostic test scores from 49% to 73% (
conclusionOur study data show that MMPs may be used to improve training in basic dental diagnostic skills and can serve as an adjunct teaching tool. Moreover, MMP modules can potentially enrich professional education in developing countries where access to educational resources is limited.
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