A study to evaluate the self-confidence of undergraduate dental students in relation to oral and maxillofacial surgery to assess the teaching curriculum at Indian university

Abstract

Background: Self-confidence is an essential attribute required for dental students to succeed in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS). Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the self-confidence levels of undergraduate dental students in India in relation to OMFS and assess the effectiveness of the teaching curriculum. Materials and Methods: The study involved 100 undergraduate dental students from a university in India, and a self-confidence questionnaire was used to assess their confidence levels. Results: The results showed that the self-confidence levels of the students were moderate, with most students reporting low levels of confidence in performing OMFS procedures. Conclusions: The study concluded that there is a need for the university to review and update the OMFS teaching curriculum to improve the self-confidence of the students in this area.