International Research in Medical and Health Sciences

Assessment of Knowledge about Nocebo Effect in Dentistry among Undergraduate Dental Students in Khammam

Dr. R. Ramani — 2025-04-01

Background: "NOCEBO EFFECT" identified in 1961 by' WALTER P. KENNEDY'. The term derives from Latin word Nocere' means to harm. Nocebo word describes a situation where negative outcome occurs due a belief that intervention will cause harm.

Nothing but treatment that may cause harmful side-effects or worsening of symptoms because of patient's belief they may occur.

Aim: To Assess knowledge about nocebo effect in dentistry among dental students.

Objective: To determine knowledge about nocebo effect among students based on year of study. To determine assess knowledge about nocebo effect among students based on gender.

Method: A cross sectional study was conducted among dental students (I, II, III, IV, Interns)in a tertiary care tea 25 years ching hospital khammam using a web based tool called forms pro a semi structural online questionnaire was designed and distributed to students in order to fill, Descriptive studies and chi square test were calculated using SPSS version 29.

Result: A Total of 206 students took part with females (70.38%) and males (29.12%) age of participants range from 19 to 25yrs. In this study males have more knowledge than females.

Conclusion: The study result suggest the assess knowledge about nocebo effect in dentistry among dental students is adequate.

Knowledge Attitude and Awareness towards Brainstorming Technique among Undergraduate Dental Students in Khammam City

Dr. Javeriya Naaz — 2025-04-02

Brainstorming is a group-based technique used to generate a wide range of ideas and solutions to a specific problem or challenge. It involves free-thinking, spontaneity, and a focus on quantity over quality, where participants are encouraged to think freely and generate as many ideas as possible without worrying about their feasibility or practicality. The technique fosters collaboration and teamwork, encouraging participants to build on and expand each other's ideas to create new and innovative solutions. By using brainstorming, teams, and organizations can tap into the collective creativity and knowledge of their members to generate innovative solutions and drive success.

The process typically involves defining the problem, generating and collecting ideas, and evaluating and prioritizing them. Overall, brainstorming is a useful technique for encouraging creative thinking, solving complex problems, and identifying innovative solutions and opportunities. brainstorming is a group-based technique used to generate a wide range of ideas and solutions to a specific problem or challenge.

It involves free-thinking, spontaneity, and a focus on quantity over quality, where participants are encouraged to think freely and generate as many ideas as possible without worrying about their feasibility or practicality. The technique fosters collaboration and teamwork, encouraging participants to build on and expand each other's ideas to create new and innovative solutions. By using brainstorming, teams, and organizations can tap into the collective creativity and knowledge of their members to generate innovative solutions and drive success. The process typically involves defining the problem, generating and collecting ideas, and evaluating and prioritizing them. Overall, brainstorming is a useful technique for encouraging creative thinking, solving complex problems, and identifying innovative solutions and opportunities.

Aim: To generate a wide range of creative and innovative ideas or solutions to a specific problem, challenge, or opportunity.

Objective

Generate a wide range of ideas: Brainstorming aims to produce as many ideas as possible without worrying about their feasibility or practicality.
Encourage creative thinking: Brainstorming stimulates creative thinking and helps participants think outside the box.
Foster collaboration and teamwork: Brainstorming brings people together, encouraging them to share ideas and build on each other's thoughts.
Solve complex problems: Brainstorming helps teams tackle complex problems and challenges by generating innovative solutions.

Identify innovative solutions and opportunities: Brainstorming aims to uncover new and innovative solutions, products, services, or processes.

Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 210 dental students, comprising 50 males (27.69%) and 160 females (72.31%), including 73 38 second-year BDS students, 51 third-year BDS students, 54 final-year BDS students, and 67 interns. The survey included 16 questions exploring Knowledge, attitude, and awareness towards the brainstorming technique among undergraduate dental students in Khammam city. Responses were analysed based on gender and year of study using a chi-square test, p value to identify statistical significant difference.

Knowledge and Awareness Regarding Dermatoglyphics among Undergraduate Dental Students in Territory Care Teaching Hospital

Dr. Vineeth — 2025-04-02

Dermatoglyphics, the study of dermal ridge patterns, has been increasingly recognized for its diagnostic potential in various medical and dental conditions. This study aims to assess the knowledge and awareness of dermatoglyphics among first-year dental students. A structured online questionnaire was distributed, and the responses were statistically analyzed. The results indicate that while most students had heard of dermatoglyphics, a significant gap remains in understanding its applications in dentistry. Enhanced education and awareness programs are recommended to bridge this knowledge gap and improve its clinical utilization.

Aim: To assess the knowledge and awareness about dermatoglyphics among dental students.

Objectives

To assess the knowledge and awareness about dermatoglyphics among undergraduate dental students based on gender.

To assess the knowledge and awareness about dermatoglyphics among undergraduate dental students based on year of study.

Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 201 dental students, comprising 64 males (31.8%) and 137 females (68.2%), including 9 first-year BDS students, 33 second-year BDS students, 33 third-year BDS students, 52 fourth-year BDS students and 74 interns. The survey included 13 questions exploring awareness, perceptions, and dermatoglyphics. Responses were analyzed based on gender and year of study using chi-square tests to identify statistically significant differences.

Knowledge and Awareness among Undergraduate Dental Students Regarding the Impact of Osterix Gene that Regulates Tooth Root Formation in A Site-Specific Manner

Dr. J. L. S Prasanna — 2025-04-04

Osterix (Osx) is a transcription factor critically involved in the differentiation and maturation of osteoblasts, playing a central role in skeletal development. Recent studies have highlighted its importance in tooth development, particularly in the formation of tooth roots. However, the precise mechanisms through which Osterix influences tooth root formation have yet to be fully elucidated. This study investigates the role of Osterix in regulating tooth root development in a site-specific manner. Using mouse models and histological analysis, we demonstrate that Osterix expression is spatially regulated during the process of root formation, with distinct patterns of activity in different regions of the developing tooth root. Additionally, genetic manipulation of Osterix expression in dental tissues results in significant alterations in root morphology, shedding light on the molecular pathways and cellular interactions orchestrated by Osterix. These findings provide new insights into the complex regulatory mechanisms governing tooth root formation and offer potential therapeutic avenues for dental regenerative medicine.

Aim: To assess the knowledge and awareness among undergraduate dental students regarding the impact of the Osterix (Osx) gene in regulating tooth root formation in a site-specific manner and to evaluate the implications of this knowledge for clinical practice.

Objectives

To evaluate the level of awareness among undergraduate dental students about the role of the Osterix gene in tooth root development.
To assess students' understanding of the molecular mechanisms by which Osterix regulates cementoblast differentiation and mineralization of root dentin and cementum.

Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 245 dental students, comprising 161 males (34.3%) and 84 females (65.7%), including 72 third-year BDS students, 99 fourth-year BDS students, and 74 interns. The survey included 13 questions exploring awareness and perceptions On the impact of the osterix gene on pre-clinical Curriculum. Responses were analyzed based on gender and year of study using chi-square tests to identify statistically significant differences.

Knowledge and Awareness among Undergraduate Dental Students Regarding Simex in Dental Education System

Dr. M. Ravi Verma — 2025-04-05

The Simex is a dental training system that applies new technology in a motorized dental simulator. The purpose of this study was to understand the usability satisfaction of the Simex dental education and evaluation system by dental scholars and dentists at Tohoku University.

In this study, the Tohoku University IRB prosecution number was 2020–3-. The number of subjects accepted was 59 at Tohoku University and divided into 4 groups based on times of clinical experience(Group A 0 times; Group B 1e2 times; Group C 2e5 times; Group D at least 5 times), and an aggregate of 58 usability questionnaires were collected. Subjects completed the Timex Usability Satisfaction Questionnaire after operating the SimEx EPED Inc., Kaohsiung, Taiwan) course, which contained 16 questions.

Results: Among the 58 questionnaires collected by Tohoku University, there were 19 undergraduate scholars (4th and 6th grade), 12 post-graduate scholars, 14 residents, and 13 dentists. Significant differences between Group A and Group B, and between Group A and Group D, were set up (P< 0.05). The same results were attained for the “experience satisfaction indicator”. In the particulars where significant differences were set up, longer clinical experience tended to affect lower scores.

Conclusion: From these results, we can conclude that the SimEx education and evaluation system facilitates scholars’ tone-literacy, and this system is veritably useful for uninterrupted study and clinical skill training for dentists, especially for scholars and inferior dentists with high usability satisfaction.

Knowledge and Awareness about Community-Based Dental Education on Undergraduates Dental Students and Their Interest to Treat Underserved Populations

Dr. Santhapuri Nikhila Reddy — 2025-04-06

Community-based dental Education (CBDE) is an innovative approach to dental training that integrates academic learning with real-world experiences in community settings. Unlike traditional dental education, which primarily occurs in institutional settings, CBDE places dental students in underserved communities, where they provide essential oral health services under supervision. This model enhances students’ clinical skills, cultural competency, and understanding of public health challenges while addressing disparities in dental care access.

CBDE fosters community partnerships, improves preventive care, and encourages students to consider careers in public health or community dentistry. It also strengthens the link between academic institutions and local healthcare systems, promoting holistic, patient-centered care. Research indicates that CBDE enhances students’ confidence, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability by exposing them to diverse patient populations and complex oral health issues.

Despite its advantages, CBDE faces challenges such as logistical constraints, funding limitations, and the need for standardized curricula. However, with proper support and integration into dental education programs, CBDE has the potential to transform dental training and improve oral health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations. The main motto is to treat underserved populations.

This article highlights the significance, benefits, challenges, and future prospects of CBDE in shaping the next generation of dental professionals committed to community health.

Aim

To evaluate impact: Assess how community-based dental education influences undergraduates dental students' readiness and motivation to serve underserved communities.

Understand the factors contributing to changes in students' attitudes and skills regarding treatment for underserved populations.

Objectives: Measure preparation levels: Determine how community-based experiences affect students' perceived preparedness to treat underserved populations

Assess intent to serve: Analyze changes in students' intent to work in underserved areas before and after participating in community-based dental education.

Identify specific aspects of community-based education that contribute most to students' readiness and commitment.

Method: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 201 dental students, comprising 63 males (31.3%) and 138 females (68.7%) including 101 intern students and 100 final-year BDS students. The survey included 13 questions exploring Knowledge and Awareness about community-based dental education on dental students and their interest to treat underserved populations. Responses were analyzed based on gender and year of study using chi-square tests to identify statistically significant differences.