PERCEIVED CONFIDENCE LEVELS IN ENDODONTIC TREATMENT OF MOLAR TEETH AMONG DENTAL INTERNS – A COMPARATIVE CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Abstract

Endodontics is crucial in dental healthcare as it helps manage diseases and damaged tissues. The demand for endodontic treatments has grown, highlighting the challenges in performing intricate procedures, especially on molars. Dental undergraduates often find endodontics daunting due to the precision and skill required, impacting their confidence levels. This study investigates recent graduates' confidence in molar endodontics and how undergraduate experience affects their competence during their internship year. The study aims to evaluate and compare dental interns' confidence at KAUFD over two years, identify confidence gaps, and assess areas for enhancement within undergraduate training.