Knowledge and Attitude Towards Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Among Undergraduate Dental Students in Malaysia – A Questionnaire Survey
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https://doi.org/10.31674/mjmr.2025.v09i03.007Abstract
Introduction: This study investigates the knowledge and attitudes of undergraduate dental students in private universities in Klang Valley, Malaysia, towards cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). Objective: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and attitude towards cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) among undergraduate dental students in private universities in Klang Valley, Selangor, Malaysia. Methods: A questionnaire consisting of 14 close ended questions was given to 250 undergraduate dental students in private universities in Klang Valley. The chi-square test was used to statistically analyse the differences in responses based on educational level. Results: A total of 182 participants responded to this study. All of the participants consisting of 39 year 3 students (21.4%), 70 year 4 students (38.5%) and 73 year 5 students (40.1%) were aware of CBCT (100%). 82.4% (n = 152) obtained information regarding CBCT by internet, 69.2% by (n = 119) by faculty lessons and 54.4% (n = 88) through seminars. 64.5% (n = 118) thought that faculty was not providing adequate education regarding CBCT and 97.3% (n = 177) thought that CBCT should be part of the undergraduate curriculum, specifically in the clinical phase (76.4%, n = 139). 78.6% (n = 143) thought that it is necessary for a CBCT unit to be available at their faculty. 60.4% (n = 110) believed that CBCT will be used in all areas of dentistry in the future. 91.8% (n = 167) planned to use CBCT in their future professional career and 79.7% (n = 145) would take the initiative to update themselves regarding information on CBCT from time to time. Conclusion: This research suggests more emphasis should be given on CBCT in dental school curriculum and effort should be made to improve student’s basic knowledge, understanding and practical training for better interpretation in routine clinical practice.
Keywords:
Attitude, Cone Beam Computed Tomography, Dental Students, KnowledgeDownloads
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