Aim: This study aims to evaluate and compare the knowledge of prosthodontic diagnostic aids among interns and postgraduates.

Settings And Design: A questionnaire survey was conducted to assess and compare the knowledge of prosthodontic diagnostic aids among interns and postgraduates. Based on the pilot study with alpha error 5% and a power of study 80%, the sample size was estimated to be 858 for each group.

Materials And Methods: The self constructed questionnaire consisted of 3 sections, of which each section had 5 questions, a total of 15 questions validated by a team of 6 experts. The questionnaire was distributed electronically among interns and postgraduates in various dental colleges across India. Data were collected and subjected to statistical analysis.

Statistical Analysis: All outcomes of this survey were analyzed using an independent t test. The Mann- Whitney test was used to determine the significance of two groups.

Results: From the results obtained, it was found that interns (mean: 6.90; standard deviation: 2.442) had less knowledge regarding diagnostic tools than postgraduate students (mean: 8.76; standard deviation: 1.818).

Conclusion: Diagnostic aids simplifies the process of diagnosis and treatment planning. Moreover, the knowledge of diagnostic aids among younger generation permits them to redefine the way dentistry is practiced and at the same time helps to provide better treatment results and achieve the utmost for the profession. Adequate knowledge of diagnostic aids is the need of the hour. Dental professionals should constantly update knowledge regarding various diagnostic aids in Prosthodontics, so as to arrive at optimum diagnosis and treatment plan with longer prognosis.

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