Can haptic reinforced VR simulation transform preclinical pulpotomy training? Insights into skill acquisition, student perceptions, and educational impact: randomized controlled trial

Preclinical training in pediatric dentistry is essential for developing the psychomotor and cognitive skills required for procedures such as pulpotomies. Haptic virtual reality simulators (HVRS) are redefining dental training by providing real-time feedback, on-demand objective assessment, and expan...

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Autores: Gramatges Rojas, Anabel, Sittoni Pino, María Florencia, Flacco, Nicla, Musalem Domínguez, Óscar, Spinelli, Mercedes, Felszeghy, Szabolcs, Arias Herrera, Santiago Emilio
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2025
País:España
Institución:Universidad Europea (UEM)
Repositorio:ABACUS. Repositorio de Producción Científica
Idioma:inglés
OAI Identifier:oai:abacus.universidadeuropea.com:11268/16382
Acceso en línea:https://hdl.handle.net/11268/16382
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:Ciencias médicas
Odontología
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Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Goal 4: Quality education
Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
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Sumario:Preclinical training in pediatric dentistry is essential for developing the psychomotor and cognitive skills required for procedures such as pulpotomies. Haptic virtual reality simulators (HVRS) are redefining dental training by providing real-time feedback, on-demand objective assessment, and expanded opportunities for skill development—making them powerful complements to traditional mannequin-based methods. However, evidence supporting their effectiveness in pediatric procedures remains limited. HVRS enhanced specific technical skills in pulpotomy, especially pulp chamber roof removal, and was positively perceived by students as a complementary tool in pediatric preclinical training.