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Call for papers - Dental education

Guest Editors

Jae-Gi Lee, PhD, Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health and Health Care, Namseoul University, Republic of Korea
Romesh P. Nalliah, DDS, MHCM, FRSPH, FACD, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, USA

Submission Status: Open   |   Submission Deadline: August 12 2025
 

is calling for submissions to a Collection entitled Dental education. This Collection seeks to showcase research that explores the current landscape of dental education, including topics such as simulation-based learning, interprofessional education, digital assessment tools, and evidence-based practices. By advancing our understanding of dental education, we hope to inform effective strategies and innovations that will enhance the training of future dental professionals and ultimately improve patient care.

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Meet the Guest Editors

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Jae-Gi Lee, PhD, Department of Dental Hygiene, College of Health and Health Care, Namseoul University, Republic of Korea

Dr Jae-Gi Lee is an Associate Professor at Namseoul University, specializing in dental education with a focus on innovative teaching methods and educational technology. Dr Lee鈥檚 research includes the development of virtual reality training tools and conducting randomized controlled trials to evaluate educational effectiveness. A widely published scholar in the field of dentistry, Dr Lee actively contributes to the academic community as a member of the Editorial Board for 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education.

Romesh P. Nalliah, DDS, MHCM, FRSPH, FACD, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, USA

Dr Romesh Nalliah is the Associate Dean for Patient Services and Clinical Professor at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. He has practiced general dentistry for 25 years and his clinical service informs his leadership and health policy impact. Dr Nalliah is also a health services researcher focusing on health economics and health equity. Dr Nalliah has influenced health policy in Michigan, published over 150 papers in peer reviewed journals, and serves as the administrative leader for the entire clinical entity of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

About the Collection

 is calling for submissions to our Collection on Dental education. Dental education is a vital component of healthcare, shaping the skills and competencies of future dental professionals. As the field of dentistry evolves, so too must the educational frameworks that prepare students for the challenges they will face in practice. Innovations in technology, changes in patient demographics, and advancements in treatment modalities necessitate a re-evaluation of dental curricula. Furthermore, the integration of interprofessional education and a focus on holistic patient care are becoming increasingly important in training competent and compassionate dental practitioners.

Advancing our collective understanding of dental education is crucial for ensuring that future dentists are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality care. Recent advances in this area include the incorporation of simulation-based learning, the use of digital tools for assessment, and the emphasis on evidence-based practice. These developments have enhanced the learning experience and improved clinical outcomes. However, ongoing research is needed to explore best practices, address disparities in education, and adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of healthcare.

Looking ahead, continued research in dental education may lead to the development of more personalized learning pathways, enhanced use of artificial intelligence in training, and greater emphasis on lifelong learning and professional development. As we embrace these innovations, we can expect to see a more adaptable and responsive dental workforce that meets the evolving needs of society.

Key topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • Innovations in teaching and learning: How are emerging technologies such as simulation, virtual reality, and AI being integrated into dental curricula? What new pedagogical strategies can enhance student engagement and mastery of complex clinical skills?
  • Interdisciplinary approaches: The growing understanding of oral health鈥檚 connection to systemic health has emphasized the need for collaborative approaches. How can dental education better prepare students for integrated, team-based care alongside other healthcare professionals?
  • Global perspectives on dental education: What lessons can be drawn from the varied educational approaches across different regions? How can best practices be shared to create a more globally consistent standard of dental education while respecting local needs and cultural contexts?
  • Addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion: How can dental schools foster a more diverse student body and faculty, ensuring an inclusive environment that prepares practitioners to meet the oral health needs of diverse populations? What efforts are being made to bridge gaps in access to dental education?
  • Responding to changing patient demographics and needs: As patient populations age and societal expectations evolve, what changes in dental training are necessary to equip practitioners to meet these emerging challenges, from managing geriatric care to addressing dental anxiety?
  • Assessment and competency evaluation: In an era of competency-based education, how should we rethink traditional assessments in dental education? What methods best evaluate both clinical proficiency and professional competencies, such as communication and ethical decision-making?


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  1. Dentistry is shifting from traditional to digital practices owing to the rapid development of 鈥渁rtificial intelligence鈥� (AI) technology in healthcare systems. The dental curriculum lacks the integration of eme...

    Authors: Saeeda Abdullah, Syeda Rabbab Hasan, Muhammad Adil Asim, Ambreen Khurshid and Ali Waqar Qureshi
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:691
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  2. Dental education focuses on the cultivation of students鈥� diagnosis and treatment ability, and improving the teaching effect is an important prerequisite for achieving this goal. This study evaluated whether th...

    Authors: Siqi Wang, Di Yang, Wenbo Zhao, Xiaoyuan Yan, Xiyue Zhang, Wenqing Gao and Jiajie Guo
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:667
    Content type: Research Published on:

  3. Dental education requires the mastery of theoretical knowledge, practical skills and social competence to provide patients with appropriate medical care. Our cross-sectional study aimed to assess the self-repo...

    Authors: Jakub Jankowski, Stanis艂aw Krokosz, Sara Zi臋ba, Dominika Komandera, Barbara Kocha艅ska, Jakub Fiegler-Rudol, Anna Zawilska, Ryszard Feret, Katarzyna Szczeklik, Katarzyna Gliwa, Monika Sitarz, Norbert Sobo艅, Kinga Bociong, Szymon 艁acinik, Maciej Jedli艅ski, Natalia Muczkowska…
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:627
    Content type: Research Published on:

  4. Students鈥� self-assessment and rubrics are pedagogical tools designed to enhance learning and evaluation processes. Achieving convergence between learners and teachers is paramount during the learning of comple...

    Authors: B. Baracco, N. Escribano, D. Da Silva, V. Belliard, L. Ceballos and V. Fuentes
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:626
    Content type: Research Published on:

  5. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of an integrated Team-Based Learning (TBL) and Peer Teaching (PT) model in enhancing theoretical knowledge, clinical competencies, and engagement among dental resid...

    Authors: Leshi Wang, Peiwen Chen, Xiao Wang, Sijia Wei, Jiayi Lin and Xi Jing
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:618
    Content type: Research Published on:

  6. Sonography is a key diagnostic tool in oral and maxillofacial surgery and complements other imaging methods such as computer tomography or X-rays. While X-ray courses are integral to dentistry students鈥� traini...

    Authors: Johannes Matthias Weimer, Maximilian Rink, Alexa Lippe, Lisa Z枚ll, Julian K眉nzel, Liv Lorenz, Christoph Sproll, Holger Buggenhagen, Lukas M眉ller, Lukas Pillong, Julia Weinmann-Menke, Anke Hollinderb盲umer and Bilal Al-Nawas
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:596
    Content type: Research Published on:

  7. Reporting guidelines are guidelines developed to standardize the reporting of scientific studies, to ensure that it is transparent, accurate, and complete, and to improve the quality of the study. Their use is...

    Authors: Taibe Tokg枚z Kaplan and Semanur 脰z眉do臒ru
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:574
    Content type: Research Published on:

  8. The objective of this study is to assess the confidence levels of 4th- and 5th-year dental students in relation to root canal treatment (RCT). Additionally, the study aims to examine how these levels fluctuate...

    Authors: Idil Ozden, Merve Gokyar, Mustafa Enes Ozden and Hesna Sazak Ovecoglu
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:567
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  9. Mental health issue in dental students has emerged as a worldwide concern. This study aims evaluate the mental health status among undergraduate dental students in their final year in mainland China, and to in...

    Authors: Ying Fang, Mingya Yang, Wenyan Huang, Yijing Zhang, Xuguang Gao, Yijing Chen, Si Meng and Sujuan Zeng
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:543
    Content type: Research Published on:

  10. University-based programs should aim to teach dental students about practice procedures to gain insight into day-to-day activities. This study introduces a newly established comprehensive dental professional c...

    Authors: Yanting Liao, Yingjun Liu, Jing Huang, Yong Jiang, Wenshu Ge, Cong Fan and Na An
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:539
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  11. Game-based learning has become increasingly popular in medical education. This study used an originally designed board game to train dental and dental hygiene students in patient safety, investigating the educ...

    Authors: Ju-Hui Wu, Pei-Hung Su, Hsiu-Yueh Wu, Yu-Mei Hsin, Chia-Hua Lin and Chen-Yi Lee
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:518
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  12. Several studies have suggested the benefits of pedagogical escape games for dental students but most have involved a limited number of participants and none was conducted in paediatric dentistry. This study ai...

    Authors: Sandrella Hamdan, Anne Aragou, Julie Grange, Am茅lie Lefort-Louet, Aylin Sari, Yasmine Smail, Violaine Smail Faugeron, Mathieu Izart, Jean-Pierre Attal, Philippe Fran莽ois and Elisabeth Dursun
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:504
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  13. Understanding the complex, multifaceted, and often subconscious emotional and cognitive perspectives of undergraduate dental students regarding their education is crucial. Personality types and stress levels a...

    Authors: Se莽kin Aksu, Ayse Tugba Erturk-Avunduk, Ebru Delikan and Burak Buldur
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:440
    Content type: Research Published on:

  14. The transition from pre-clinical to clinical teaching is often a time of heightened anxiety for students. With the shift to bi-modal teaching during the pandemic there was an opportunity to explore the use of ...

    Authors: Nabeela Caratela, Menna Shykhon, Michael Milward and Zehra Yonel
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:375
    Content type: Research Published on:

  15. Video-based educational tools are becoming more commonly used among medical professionals to deliver instructions to patients. However, no studies have assessed patients鈥� compliance with and understanding of p...

    Authors: Abrar K. Demyati, Afnan A. Nassar, Amal Alqahtani, Ghaida Alshareef, Shaima Aljefri and Futoon Yankisar
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:353
    Content type: Research Published on:

  16. In the teaching of Pedodontology, the combining of online and on-site teaching is becoming more and more widely used. This study aims to evaluate its impact on students鈥� academic performance and satisfaction, ...

    Authors: Ji-Cheng Wu, Zi-Xin Ye and Hua Wei
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:336
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  17. The importance of dental knowledge in medical school education has been previously emphasized however, there have been limitation with adoption of a dental and oral examination component in the medical school ...

    Authors: Amit Punj, Abdissa Negassa, Anna Katrina Gutierrez, Peter Ch鈥檈n and Sunit Jariwala
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:252
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  18. Dentistry is essential for oral health, focusing on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral diseases. In recent decades, Saudi Arabia has expanded its dental education system, adding new dental school...

    Authors: Hussam M. Alqahtani, Layan Z. Alqahtani and Nouf H. Almutairi
    Citation: 玖富娛樂城 Medical Education 2025 25:45
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This Collection welcomes submission of original Research Articles. Should you wish to submit a different article type, please read our  to confirm that type is accepted by the journal. Articles for this Collection should be submitted via our submission system, . During the submission process you will be asked whether you are submitting to a Collection; please select "Dental education" from the dropdown menu.

Articles will undergo the journal鈥檚  and are subject to all of the journal鈥檚 standard policies. Articles will be added to the Collection as they are published.

The Editors have no competing interests with the submissions which they handle through the peer review process. The peer review of any submissions for which the Editors have competing interests is handled by another Editorial Board Member who has no competing interests.