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The confidence gap: Between objective skill gains and subjective self-efficacy in digital cephalometric training.
| Τίτλος: | The confidence gap: Between objective skill gains and subjective self-efficacy in digital cephalometric training. |
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| Συγγραφείς: | Zhou Y; Department of Endodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China., Lin J; Department of Orthodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China., Liao Z; Department of Orthodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China., Dai J; Department of Orthodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China., Wang M; Department of Orthodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China., Liu C; Department of Orthodontics, Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Electronic address: xyzmmok@smu.edu.cn. |
| Πηγή: | American journal of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics : official publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, its constituent societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics [Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop] 2026 Sep; Vol. 170 (3), pp. 367-375.e2. Date of Electronic Publication: 2026 Jun 08. |
| Τύπος έκδοσης: | Journal Article |
| Γλώσσα: | English |
| Στοιχεία περιοδικού: | Publisher: Elsevier Country of Publication: United States NLM ID: 8610224 Publication Model: Print-Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1097-6752 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 08895406 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop Subsets: MEDLINE |
| Imprint Name(s): | Publication: St. Louis : Elsevier Original Publication: [St. Louis, Mo.] : C.V. Mosby, [c1986- |
| Ιατρικοί όροι (MeSH): | Cephalometry*/methods , Education, Dental*/methods , Orthodontics*/education , Self Efficacy* , Clinical Competence*, Students, Dental/psychology ; Humans ; Female ; Male ; Self-Assessment |
| Περίληψη: | Introduction: Despite the increasing integration of digital technologies into dental education, the pedagogical value of digital cephalometric training remains unclear. This training may also influence professional self-confidence. This study evaluated a digital cephalometric training model and explored the determinants of student self-assessment. Methods: In this quasi-experimental study, students identified 20 landmarks before and after training, using digital cephalometric software. After training, students completed a 6-dimensional questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale. Paired t tests were used to compare pretraining and posttraining accuracy, and Pearson's correlation and multiple linear regression were used to examine associations among the dimensions and predictors of self-assessment. Results: Digital training significantly improved the accuracy of all 20 landmarks, with the greatest gains for traditionally difficult points (eg, nasion and pterygomaxillary fissure). Students valued instant feedback, autonomous learning, and a blended digital-traditional model. Despite objective skill improvements, a confidence gap emerged: self-assessment scores were relatively low, and regression analysis showed that self-assessed confidence was not predicted by positive digital learning experiences but by endorsement of the value of traditional methods in fostering professional thinking. Conclusions: Digital cephalometric training effectively enhanced landmark identification skills relevant to orthodontic diagnosis; however, educators must address the disconnect between objective competence and subjective confidence. Integrating new technologies with foundational professional values using traditional approaches may better support students' professional confidence. (Copyright © 2026 American Association of Orthodontists. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.) |
| Entry Date(s): | Date Created: 20260608 Date Completed: 20260909 Latest Revision: 20260909 |
| Update Code: | 20260910 |
| DOI: | 10.1016/j.ajodo.2026.03.013 |
| PMID: | 42257643 |
| Βάση Δεδομένων: | MEDLINE |
| ISSN: | 1097-6752 |
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| DOI: | 10.1016/j.ajodo.2026.03.013 |