Simplified ABO-OGS orientation improves training of orthodontic bracket positioning for undergraduate dental students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mastery of orthodontic bracket bonding is an essential component of the undergraduate orthodontic curriculum. Traditional bracket bonding training using simple plaster models has some shortcomings, including a disconnect from clinical practice and poor perception of the criteria and accuracy. This study aims to optimize the bracket bonding course by comparing the traditional teaching method with simplified American Board of Orthodontics Objective Grading System (ABO-OGS)-oriented training methods.

Methods

Fourth-year dental students from Fujian Medical University, spanning the 2015 to 2017 cohorts, participated in the orthodontic bracket bonding course. Students from these three cohorts were trained using the traditional plaster model method, the digital 2D ABO-OG

SUBMITTER: Liu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11844120 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature