Experience and attitudes regarding requirements for magnification and coaxial illumination among dental hygiene students.

Dental professionals are at elevated risks for the development of musculoskeletal disorders due to the occupational demands of static postures and precision movements required for instrumentation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the experiences and attitudes regarding the requirements of purchasing and utilizing magnification loupes and coaxial illumination for patient care among dental hygiene students with the state of Ohio.: A cross-sectional, web-based, anonymous survey was sent via the dental hygiene program directors to dental hygiene students in the state of Ohio.

Magnification and Coaxial Illumination in Dental Hygiene Education: Experience and attitudes of clinical educators.

: Static postural demands and precise movements involved with instrumentation, place dental professionals at high occupational risk for developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Using magnification loupes and coaxial illumination may lower the risk of developing a future MSD. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the experiences and attitudes among clinical dental hygiene educators in Ohio regarding requiring the use of magnification loupes and coaxial illumination in academic settings.

Evaluating Student Self-Assessment through Video-Recorded Patient Simulations.

Purpose: The purpose of this pilot study was to determine if the use of a video-recorded clinical session affects the accuracy of dental hygiene student self-assessment and dental hygiene instructor feedback.

Methods: A repeated measures experiment was conducted. The use of the ODU 11/12 explorer was taught to students and participating faculty through video and demonstration.