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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Virtual Reality-Based Education and Conventional Teaching Methods in Dental Education: A Systematic Review Publisher Pubmed



Koolivand H1 ; Shooreshi MM2 ; Safarifaramani R3 ; Borji M4 ; Mansoory MS5 ; Moradpoor H6 ; Bahrami M7 ; Azizi SM8
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  1. 1. Dental Students’ Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
  2. 2. Dental Students’ Research Committee, School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
  3. 3. Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Department of Epidemiology, School of Health Research Center for Environmental Determinants of Health Research Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
  4. 4. Faculty Member, Department of Nursing, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
  5. 5. Faculty Member, Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Medicine, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
  6. 6. Associate Professor in Prosthodontics, Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
  7. 7. Research assistance, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran
  8. 8. Medical Education and Development Center, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran

Source: BMC Medical Education Published:2024


Abstract

Background and objectives: Virtual reality dental simulators as an educational tool may create specific training conditions for dental students, allowing them to practice dental skills in a safe and controlled condition. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of virtual reality-based education in dental education compared to traditional education approaches. Methods: In this systematic review, four databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Science Direct) were searched until 2023 following PRISMA guidelines. The Quality assessment and risk of bias were assessed by the Cochrane Collaboration Tool for RCTs and GRADE, respectively. Inclusion criteria were restricted to randomized or quasi-randomized trials about virtual reality efficacy in dental education. Two authors independently evaluated the data and reviewed the overall risk of bias for all selected studies. Study design, sample size, hardware, onset time of intervention, duration, and number of procedures performed were among the data extracted. Results: From the 703 titles, 48 full texts were chosen for review, yielding 14 articles for final inclusion. The review of these articles indicated the effective role of virtual reality dental simulators in improving students' knowledge and practical skills. Conclusions: Based on our findings, adding haptic technology to virtual reality can improve students' practical skills, hand skills, theoretical knowledge, self-confidence, and learning environment. Although a fair amount of research needs to be done, notably on cost-effectiveness, student satisfaction, and other potentially adverse effects, virtual reality is a growing phenomenon with immense potential. © 2023, The Author(s).
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