Abstract:The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate the effect of a manual dexterity training program on manual dexterity, perception of selfconfidence, quality of cavity preparations, and ergonomic work posture of dental students prior to preclinical training. Methods: Students in the first year of the undergraduate dentistry program (N = 63) participated in this study. The program consisted of eight phases in which students performed different types of activities. The dependent variables were: manual dexterity… Show more
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