ArticleDentistry journal2023
A Novel Self-Assessment Method for Training Access Cavity on 3D Printed Endodontic Models.
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- From Research to Education: When Natural Teeth Are the Only Reference-Student Perceptions of PolyJet™ 3D-Printed Teeth in Endodontic Training.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- Preclinical endodontic training using natural/simulative models: a cross-sectional study involved trainee and educator perspectives on clinical competence.BMC medical education · 2026Article
- 3D Printing in Dental Education: A Scoping Review.Medical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre · 2026Article
- Student's Perception Towards Endodontic Training with Artificial Teeth: What Has Changed?European endodontic journal · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundNew technologies can facilitate the transition from pre-clinical to clinical settings. We investigate students' satisfaction with a novel learning method adopted in access cavity exercises.
methodsStudents performed their access cavity on inexpensive, in-house 3D printed teeth. Their performances were evaluated by scanning the prepared teeth with an intraoral scanner and visualized using a mesh processing software. Then, the same software was used to align the tooth prepared by the student and the teacher's one for self-assessment purposes. Students were asked to answer a questionnaire about their experiences with this new learning method.
resultsFrom the teacher's perspective, this novel learning approach was easy, straightforward and affordable. Overall, student feedback was positive: 73% found that access cavity assessment by scanning was more useful compared to a visual inspection under magnification and 57% reported that they had a better understanding of errors and mishaps. On the other hand, students pointed out that the material used to print teeth was too soft.
conclusionThe use of in-house 3D printed teeth in pre-clinical training is a simple way to overcome some of the drawbacks associated with extracted teeth, such as limited availability, variability, cross-infection control, and ethical constraints. The use of intraoral scanners and mesh processing software could improve student self-assessment.
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