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A simulation program for reviewing endodontics.

Abstract

To reduce repetitive endodontic errors by senior dental students, a formal review program was established. It consisted of a slide-tape and a written, latent-image simulation of an endodontic case requiring diagnostic and treatment decisions. Before undertaking any endodontic cases in the senior year, each student had to complete the program successfully. The program significantly reduced diagnostic errors in six categories for posterior teeth and in four of six categories for anterior teeth. Errors were also significantly reduced in eight of 12 treatment categories for posterior teeth and in five of 12 categories for anterior teeth. Students' opinions of the endodontic review program were quite favorable.

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R A Dale, W D Hendricson, V A Sandoval, B K Schroder. 1984. A simulation program for reviewing endodontics.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6209316/

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