Abstract
Abstract: Introduction: Dental radiographs play a pivotal role in oral health diagnostics and treatment planning. Competency in interpreting these images is vital for dental undergraduate students to provide effective patient care. The aim of this study is to evaluate the existing levels of perceived confidence and actual skills in radiographic interpretation among dental undergraduate students, with the ultimate goal of identifying areas for improvement in dental education. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at a private dental college in Chennai, involving 101 dental undergraduate students. A structured questionnaire comprising 20 questions, divided into confidence and knowledge assessment sections, was administered to the participants. The data collected were analysed using statistical software. Results: The majority of participants were female (71.3%) and in their early twenties (mean age 22.5 years). While 37.6% felt moderately comfortable identifying anatomical structures on radiographs, 45.5% expressed moderate confidence in diagnosing dental pathologies.
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