Cutting Edge Education: “Uncovering Dental Students Attitudes towards Dissection Room Experiences”

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the attitudes and perceptions of undergraduate dental students towards their experiences in the dissection room. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining survey responses from 213 dental students. The results revealed a significant positive correlation between hands-on experience and improved understanding of anatomical structures, as well as increased confidence in clinical skills. However, students also reported initial anxiety and discomfort, highlighting the need for supportive faculty and peers. The findings provide valuable insights into the complex emotions and learning processes involved in dissection room experiences, informing the development of more effective and student-centered anatomy education.

Aim: To investigate the attitude and perception of undergraduate dental students towards their experiences in the dissection room.

Objectives

To Assess the attitude and perception among undergraduate dental students experiences in the dissection room based on age.

To Assess the attitude and perception among undergraduate dental students experiences in the dissection room based on year of study.

Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 213 dental students, comprising 86 males (40.4%) and 127 females (59.6%), including. The survey included 12 questions exploring awareness, perceptions, and attitudes towards dissection room experiences. Responses were analyzed based on gender, age, and year of study using chi-square tests to identify statistically significant differences.