A Survey of Left‐Handed Dental Students and Interns in Saudi Arabia

Al-Johany, Sulieman S.

doi:10.1002/j.0022-0337.2013.77.1.tb05451.x

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“…When looking at the distribution of handedness, the percentage of participants stating left-handedness in the present study was about 10.6 percent. This is comparable to the percentage found in another study among dentists [ 21 , 22 ]. However, this percentage may vary widely, between around 2 and 30 percent [ 23 ].…”

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“…Thus, the mental application of the sequence might have been easier for the right-handed rather than for the left-handed participants, resulting in more time being required for implant insertion for the left-handed participants. In a recent examination, it was reported that left-handed dental students had problems when being instructed by right-handed tutors [ 21 ]. This, however, was not assessed in our examination.…”

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The Use of Orientation Templates and Free-Hand Implant Insertion in Artificial Mandibles—An Experimental Laboratory Examination in Fifth-Year Dental Students

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Implant dentistry is a growing field in the education of undergraduate dental students. The present laboratory study evaluates factors which may potentially influence the accuracy of free-hand implant insertion and the use of an orientation template. After three-dimensional planning using coDiagnostiXTM, orientation templates, including sleeves for the pilot-drill in regions 41 and 45, were manufactured by thermoforming. Sixty-one fifth year dental students inserted one implant using the orientation template and another implant free-hand in an artificial mandible. Information regarding age, sex, handedness, education, and the time required for implant insertion were recorded. Subsequently, the mandibles were scanned using cone-beam-computed tomography and the accuracy of the implant position was assessed, while statistical analysis followed. The free-hand implant insertion resulted in a distal deviation of −1.34 ± 5.15° and a mesial mismatch of 0.06 ± 0.79 mm at the artificial bone level compared to the sleeves. When using the orientation templates, the deviation decreased to −0.67 ± 3.48° and a distal mismatch of −0.22 ± 0.62 mm was achieved. The difference was statistically significant for the mismatch (p < 0.049). Regarding the limitations of our study, it could be said that the accuracy level achieved by dental undergraduates using implant placement with orientation templates is comparable to that in other studies.

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The Use of Orientation Templates and Free-Hand Implant Insertion in Artificial Mandibles—An Experimental Laboratory Examination in Fifth-Year Dental Students

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“…Dentistry is a demanding profession that requires fine motor skills, spatial perception and high level of accuracy . It also requires concentration, coordination and the ability to work on a small scale . Delivery of successful dental treatment depends upon multiple factors that include position and anatomy of the tooth, selection of proper instrument, correct angulation of the instrument and manual skills.…”

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“…However, the use of either the right or the left hand to operate is not a choice and changing one's handedness is not easy . In most dental schools, the techniques used as well as the chairs and equipment available are mainly designed to suit right‐handed operators …”

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“…There are many studies in the literature on the effect of handedness on dentistry, comparing between the performance of left‐handed and right‐handed operators. However, only few studies investigate the clinical experience of left‐handed dental students and there have been no previous studies conducted on left‐handedness in relation to dentistry in Australasia. Therefore, the aim of this study was to assess the clinical learning experience of left‐handed undergraduate dental students at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago, New Zealand.…”

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“I am a lefty in a right‐handed world”: Qualitative analysis of clinical learning experience of left‐handed undergraduate dental students

Lawati

Maskari

2019

Eur J Dental Education

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Background: Left-handedness is the preferential use of the left hand in single-handed activities such as writing. There are many studies in the literature on left-handedness in relation to professional sports, medicine and surgery. Although dentistry largely depends on manual dexterity and hand skills, there has been little research to investigate the effect of left-handedness on clinical dentistry, particularly in Australasia. Aim:To gain an insight into the clinical learning experience of left-handed undergraduate dental students at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago, New Zealand.Methods: Purposive sampling of left-handed students was done within the final-year class of undergraduate dental students, and they were invited to participate in a semi-structured group interview to discuss their clinical learning experience at the Faculty. Six participants agreed to participate, and the interview was recorded and transcribed verbatim. Collected data were analysed using a thematic inductive/interpretive analysis approach according to the constructivist grounded theory.Results: All participants reported having clinical difficulties being left-handed students learning using right-handed equipment. There was a common theme of experiencing hand and wrist musculoskeletal problems as well as feeling of guilt causing patient discomfort during treatment. The majority of participants reported incidents where they were told by their supervisors to learn practising dentistry with their right hand and they felt that little guidance was given on how to operate as a left-handed clinician. All participants perceived that being a left-handed operator affected their efficiency and confidence level in their early clinical years. Conclusion:Left-handed students have a strong sense of adaptability. However, in order to improve the learning experience regardless of the difference in the operator's preference of dominant hand, students should be provided with appropriate equipment such as ambidextrous dental chairs and professional guidance, especially during their early career. K E Y W O R D Sclinical experience, dental students, left-handed, qualitative | 317 AL LAWATI eT AL. | INTRODUC TI ONLaterality refers to a particular variation in humans, which involves the development of a specialised functioning in each cerebral hemisphere and the side of body it controls. 1 The most noticeable sign of laterality is handedness. This term is related to the fact that humans generally show preference to the use of a specific hand over the other in tasks that require strength, quickness and fine motor control. The majority of human population exhibit a preference to the right hand. 2 The rates of left-handers vary across different countries and locations with New Zealand, Australia, North America and Western Europe having the highest rates of left-handedness, which is about 10% of the population. 3Dentistry is a demanding profession that requires fine motor skills, spatial perception and high level of accuracy. 4 It also requires concentr...

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Left‐handedness in otolaryngology, who is right?

Alhussien,

Alamri,

Almjhad

et al. 2024

Laryngoscope Investig Oto

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ObjectivesThis study aimed to ascertain the prevalence of left‐handedness (LH) among otolaryngology—head and neck surgery (ORLHN) practitioners, investigate dexterity's impact on LH trainees, and identify common patterns in their training to improve the training experience.MethodsA web‐based survey was distributed anonymously via email to members of the Saudi Otorhinolaryngology Society. The survey targeted ORLHN attending consultants, board‐certified registrars, and current residents. It consisted of three sections: the first focused on the experience of attending consultants in training LH individuals, the second investigated common maneuvers employed by rhinologists, and the third explored the experiences and impacts reported by LH trainees.ResultsThe study included 174 participants, and found a 13.2% LH prevalence among them. Rhinologists showed disparities, with 50% advising trainees to stand on the left side of the bed and use their left hand for the scope, whereas the other half asked otherwise. Additionally, 94.4% of the participants had not encountered any courses specifically tailored for LH trainees. Among LH trainees, 57% and 41% reported difficulties in learning and performing side‐specific procedures such as functional endoscopic sinus surgery and endoscopic septoplasty, respectively, often attempting to switch to their nondominant hand, and feeling disadvantaged due to their laterality.ConclusionsLeft‐handedness presents challenges for both LH trainees and their trainers in surgical specialties, particularly in ORLHN, in which specific positioning and instruments are crucial to gain access to the desired surgical field. Despite these challenges, there is insufficient support for LH individuals. We recommend encouraging LH trainees to openly disclose and discuss their left‐handedness, provide them with mentors, establish standardized operating room setups and techniques, supply appropriate instruments, and demonstrate flexibility in accommodating their needs.Level of evidenceLevel 5.

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A Survey of Left‐Handed Dental Students and Interns in Saudi Arabia

Cited by 13 publications

References 21 publications

The Use of Orientation Templates and Free-Hand Implant Insertion in Artificial Mandibles—An Experimental Laboratory Examination in Fifth-Year Dental Students

The Use of Orientation Templates and Free-Hand Implant Insertion in Artificial Mandibles—An Experimental Laboratory Examination in Fifth-Year Dental Students

“I am a lefty in a right‐handed world”: Qualitative analysis of clinical learning experience of left‐handed undergraduate dental students

Left‐handedness in otolaryngology, who is right?

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