Smile perception among dental students and interns: the role of gender and academic level
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Implication
Comparative study shows significant influence of gender and education on esthetic smile appreciation in dental students.
Key Points
- Male participants preferred wider buccal corridors and whiter teeth more than female counterparts, indicating gender differences.
- Clinical students showed a greater appreciation for esthetic smiles than pre-clinical students, highlighting academic level effects.
- The study used a visual analogue scale to rate smile components, ensuring relevant comparisons among participants.
- Statistical analysis revealed significant associations in smile perception based on gender and academic level within a dental education context.
Cite This Study
Farid et al. (2025) studied this question.