Development of dental education for medical students in Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period

Cheng, Feng-Chou; Wang, Ling-Hsia; Ozawa, Natsuyo; Chang, Julia Yu-Fong; Liu, Shiang-Yao; Chiang, Chun‐Pin

doi:10.1016/j.jds.2022.01.009

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“…It was not until the new Physicians Act of 1975 that dentists were recognized as legal physicians. 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 We can infer that before the legal system for dentists themselves has been established, the time schedule of the establishment of the legal and licensing systems for other paramedical personnel of dentistry must also be delayed. In fact, the earliest educational institution in Taiwan for cultivating dental technicians was established in 1981, but the legal and licensing system of Dental Technicians Act was not established until 2009.…”

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confidence: 99%

Overview of education system for oral hygienists in Taiwan

Wang

Cheng²,

Liu³

et al. 2022

Journal of Dental Sciences

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Overview of education system for oral hygienists in Taiwan

Wang

Cheng²,

Liu³

et al. 2022

Journal of Dental Sciences

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“…Training in dentistry is critical for enhancing the quality of public health services within a country and promoting competitiveness in global health tourism [1,2]. Evaluating professional competence and determining influential factors during education is vital for future career success, as they significantly shape an individual's work life and contribute to overall well-being [3,4].…”

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confidence: 99%

Examining the Influence of Self-Esteem and Digital Literacy on Professional Competence Factors in Dental Education: A Cross-Sectional Study

Ceylan,

Eken,

Yuruk

et al. 2023

Applied Sciences

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This study aims to investigate the effects of digital literacy and self-esteem on dental students’ perceptions of professional competence and to provide recommendations for improving educational programs in dental schools. A mixed-methods, descriptive, and relational scanning design was employed, using a questionnaire comprising demographic information, the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES), the Digital Literacy Scale (DLS), and the Professional Competence Scale (PCS). The sample included 427 dental students in Istanbul, Turkey. Statistical analyses included Cronbach Alpha, Confirmatory Factor Analysis, Mann–Whitney U, Kruskal–Wallis, Spearman’s rho correlation, and the Generalized Linear Model (Logit Model). The majority of participants were female (65.6%), aged 21 or older (85.2%), and in their 4th grade of study (35.2%). There were no significant differences in PCS scores concerning gender, age, grade, type of residence, and residence location (p > 0.05). However, PCS scores were significantly higher among those who listed dentistry among their top five preferences, expressed high satisfaction with education, and demonstrated high professional interest (p < 0.05). A significant, positive correlation was observed between PCS and RSES (r = 0.398; p < 0.01), DLS (r = 0.404; p < 0.01), preference (r = 0.120; p < 0.05), education satisfaction (r = 0.298; p < 0.01), and occupational interest (r = 0.502; p < 0.05). Furthermore, the Logit Model analysis revealed that RSES (B = 0.290; p < 0.01), DLS (B = 0.258; p < 0.01), education satisfaction (B = 0.806; p < 0.05), and occupational interest (B = 3.825; p < 0.01) significantly influenced PCS. The findings underscore self-esteem and digital literacy’s integral role in shaping dental students’ perceptions of their professional abilities. Digital literacy is a substantial pillar supporting students’ professional competency. Coupled with a genuine interest in the field and bolstered self-confidence, digital literacy proves instrumental in enhancing students’ academic success in dentistry. By emphasizing and expanding upon digital literacy content within the curriculum, universities can further propel advancements in the dental domain. As such, it is pivotal for dental institutions to weave strategies into their educational fabric to elevate students’ self-esteem and digital proficiency.

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“…In 1949, the Department of Dentistry of National Defense Medical Center was moved to Taiwan, and in 1953, the School of Dentistry of National Taiwan University (SODNTU) was established. 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Therefore, the training of dentists has been performed in dental schools for more than 70 years.…”

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confidence: 99%