ArticleEuropean journal of dentistry2026
Shaping the Future of Dentistry: How Digital VR-Haptic Thinkers Are Revolutionizing Education by Thinking Big for Better Future in Oral Care.
Article in European journal of dentistry, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. An erratum has been issued. Cited by 5 papers.
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Who cites it
5 citing papers in PubMed.
- Efficacy of a hybrid case-based learning and simulated clinical encounter model versus lecture-based learning in dental education.BMC medical education · 2026Trial
- Reimagining Dental Education: Integrating Digital Technologies for a Global, Digitally Native Generation-A Perspective.European journal of dentistry · 2026Article
- Beyond the Drill: Can Digital Gadgets Redefine the Future of Dental Education?European journal of dental education : official journal of the Association for Dental Education in Europe · 2026Article
- Crossing into clinics: a mixed-methods study of dental students' transition.BMC medical education · 2026Article
- Editorial: VR-haptic technologies and their applications in dental education.Frontiers in oral health · 2026Article
Corrections and comments
- Erratum issued
Authors and funding
48 authors.
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Abstract
Abstract: Integrating digital, virtual reality (VR), and haptic technologies into dental education transforms training by fostering immersive, student-centered environments. These tools bridge theoretical knowledge and clinical practice, enhancing psychomotor skills, reducing anxiety, and enabling standardized assessments in risk-free settings. The Digital, VR, and Haptic Thinkers Network drives global collaboration and innovation. Drawing on insights from a 2025 conference at Queen Mary University of London, this commentary explores advancements, challenges, and future directions for VR-haptic integration in dental curricula. Results from global implementations, including improved manual dexterity and procedural precision, as well as enhanced pulpotomy performance, demonstrate a significant educational benefit. In clinical dentistry, VR-haptic simulators enhance patient outcomes by facilitating precise skill development for procedures in restorative dentistry and endodontics, thereby reducing errors in real-world practice. Combining these technologies with traditional methods is proposed to prepare competent, confident dental professionals while addressing educational disparities. Rigorous validation, strategic curriculum integration, and interdisciplinary collaboration are recommended to maximize impact.
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