Effectiveness of Virtual Reality and Interactive Simulators on Dental Education Outcomes: Systematic Review

Moussa, Rania M.; Rania, Alghazaly, Amira, Moussa,; Althagafi, Nebras; Eshky, Rawah; Borzangy, Sary

doi:10.1055/s-0041-1731837

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“…Overall, the findings of our study clearly showed the effective role of VR simulators in improving the performance of dental students and increasing their satisfaction with this technology. As mentioned, the findings of other studies also confirm this[ 5 , 28 – 32 ]. The VR simulator has a wide range of applications in the fields of patient diagnosis and treatment and teaching students and dental professionals.…”

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A study to investigate the effectiveness of the application of virtual reality technology in dental education

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Background Today, the use of virtual reality (VR) technology as an educational tool in dental education has expanded considerably. This study was aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of using VR technology in teaching neutral zone and teeth arrangement. Methods This randomized trial was conducted at Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Iran in 2019. The study sample consisted of 50 six-year dental students who were randomly divided into experimental (n = 25) and control (n = 25) groups. Students’ performance in both groups was assessed using tests. A questionnaire was used to assess the usability of VR technology and students’ satisfaction with it. Results All faculty members confirmed the usability of VR technology in dental education. The majority of students (76%) were highly satisfied with the use of this technology in their learning process. The mean score of students was significantly higher in the experimental group (16.92 ± 1.12) than in the control group (16.14 ± 1.18). Conclusion In general, it can be argued that VR technology is useful and effective in the teaching–learning process. Therefore, its use in medical and dental schools can play an effective role in creating a dynamic, attractive, and successful learning environment.

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A study to investigate the effectiveness of the application of virtual reality technology in dental education

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“…VR uses customized and advanced software and hardware to create a digital 3D reality in which all user's senses are stimulated with computer-generated sensations and feedback [3]. Therefore, VR allows participants to experience simulated digital realities similar to those of physical reality, thus creating scenarios that are impossible to experience in the real world [4]. This newly created technology is increasingly applied in various areas of life, such as industry [5], medicine, rehabilitation and healthcare [6][7][8][9][10][11] or education [12,13].…”

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Assessment of the Relevance and Reliability of Reaction Time Tests Performed in Immersive Virtual Reality by Mixed Martial Arts Fighters

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2022

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Immersive virtual reality (VR) is increasingly applied in various areas of life. The potential of this technology has also been noticed in recreational physical activity and sports. It appears that a virtual environment can also be used in diagnosing certain psychomotor abilities. The main aim of this study consisted of assessing the relevance and reliability of VR-implemented tests of simple and complex reaction time (RT) performed by mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters. Thirty-two professional MMA fighters were tested. The original test developed in the virtual environment was applied for RT assessment. The fighters’ task consisted of reacting to the lighting up of a virtual disc situated in front of them by pushing a controller button. The relevance of the test task was estimated by juxtaposing the obtained results with the classic computer test used for measuring simple and complex reactions, while its reliability was assessed with the intraclass correlation procedure. Significant relationships found between the results of VR-implemented tests and computer-based tests confirmed the relevance of the new tool for the assessment of simple and complex RT. In the context of their reliability, RT tests in VR do not differ from tests conducted with the use of standard computer-based tools. VR technology enables the creation of tools that are useful in diagnosing psychomotor abilities. Reaction time tests performed by MMA fighters with the use of VR can be considered relevant, and their reliability is similar to the reliability obtained in computer-based tests.

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“…The use of virtual simulators in professional education programs can allow students to refine their clinical skills without the risk of harming a patient during the learning process and, in this era of COVID-19, to certainly avoid potential infection [17]. Using VR, AR or MR simulators, a more realistic training could also support and reinforce ergonomics, thus improving the students' preclinical experience [79].…”

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“…A significant proportion of dental education is dedicated to teaching clinical psychomotor skills, and often, the dentist trains directly on the patient [17]. Currently, dental schools use realistic patient simulators with dental models incorporated to simulate a dental treatment [18].…”

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Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Reality in Dentistry: A Narrative Review on the Existing Platforms and Future Challenges

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The recent advancements in digital technologies have led to exponential progress in dentistry. This narrative review aims to summarize the applications of Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality in dentistry and describes future challenges in digitalization, such as Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality represent effective tools in the educational technology, as they can enhance students’ learning and clinical training. Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality and can also be useful aids during clinical practice. Augmented Reality can be used to add digital data to real life clinical data. Clinicians can apply Virtual Reality for a digital wax-up that provides a pre-visualization of the final post treatment result. In addition, both these technologies may also be employed to eradicate dental phobia in patients and further enhance patient’s education. Similarly, they can be used to enhance communication between the dentist, patient, and technician. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics can also improve clinical practice. Artificial Intelligence is currently developed to improve dental diagnosis and provide more precise prognoses of dental diseases, whereas Robotics may be used to assist in daily practice.

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Effectiveness of Virtual Reality and Interactive Simulators on Dental Education Outcomes: Systematic Review

Cited by 83 publications

References 86 publications

A study to investigate the effectiveness of the application of virtual reality technology in dental education

A study to investigate the effectiveness of the application of virtual reality technology in dental education

Assessment of the Relevance and Reliability of Reaction Time Tests Performed in Immersive Virtual Reality by Mixed Martial Arts Fighters

Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Reality in Dentistry: A Narrative Review on the Existing Platforms and Future Challenges

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