Cross-sectional study shows improved competency in inferior alveolar nerve block among dental students and house officers, suggesting clinical training reinforcement is effective.
Objective: This study aims to assess the competency of dental students and house officers in performing the inferior alveolar nerve block, focusing on the impact of reinforced clinical training.Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using non-probability consecutive sampling. A total of 90 dental students and house officers were evaluated before and after clinical reinforcement to assess their proficiency in performing inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB). Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 25.Results: The results revealed a significant improvement in the participants’ ability to correctly identify anatomical landmarks after clinical reinforcement, which contributed to more effective IANB administration.Conclusion: Focused clinical reinforcement significantly enhances the competency of dental practitioners in performing the IANB, leading to improved outcomes for both practitioners and their patients.
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