Use and Perceptions of Large Language Models Among Dental Students: Implications for Dental Education

Key Points

• The aim is to understand how dental students use large language models in their education and their perceptions regarding these tools.
• Qualitative assessment of dental students' study practices.
• Evaluation of the integration of LLMs in learning tasks.
• Discussion on the role of faculty oversight and verification mechanisms.
• Dental students incorporate LLMs predominantly in non-clinical tasks.
• Structured integration with faculty oversight enhances learning outcomes.
• Concerns about accuracy and professionalism were highlighted by students.