Does Postgraduate Education Deepen Temporomandibular Disorders Insights for Dental Professionals?

ABSTRACT: Objective: This study aims to investigate the impact of postgraduate education on the comprehension of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs) among dental professionals. Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted, involving 348 dental professionals, including students and practicing dentists, categorized based on their educational background into two groups: bachelor's degree or lower (Group B) and master's degree or higher (Group M). Questionnaires were utilized to assess attitudes and knowledge across four TMDs-related domains. Statistical analysis was performed to compare responses between groups and identify differences in TMDs comprehension. Results: Among the 348 respondents, who participated in the study, 183 were students and 165 were practicing d

SUBMITTER: Liu Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11493472 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature