Exploring the Learned Curriculum at a <scp>UK</scp> Dental School Through the Lens of Pulp Management

This mixed-methods study identifies variation between current evidence-based guidelines and the learned curriculum in relation to deep caries and management of the pulp, resulting in student knowledge and practice that do not align with current guidelines. Recommendations include: clear delivery of current guidelines in lectures, use of typodent teeth in the pre-clinical teaching programme, improved clinical teacher training, a more collaborative and integrative consistent approach, increased availability of materials and creation of more engaging online learning.

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European Journal Of Dental Education
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2025-08-14
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https://doi.org/10.1111/eje.70036
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Dental Education, Practice, Research
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Exploring the Learned Curriculum at a UK Dental School Through the Lens of Pulp Management

David Edwards, Laura Brooks, James Field, Janice Ellis
European Journal Of Dental Education
Dental Education, Practice, Research
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Exploring the Learned Curriculum at a UK Dental School Through the Lens of Pulp Management

David Edwards, Laura Brooks, James Field, Janice Ellis
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Abstract

This mixed-methods study identifies variation between current evidence-based guidelines and the learned curriculum in relation to deep caries and management of the pulp, resulting in student knowledge and practice that do not align with current guidelines. Recommendations include: clear delivery of current guidelines in lectures, use of typodent teeth in the pre-clinical teaching programme, improved clinical teacher training, a more collaborative and integrative consistent approach, increased availability of materials and creation of more engaging online learning.

European Journal Of Dental Education
University Dental Hospital on Cardiff University (GB), Newcastle University (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 67%
Dental Education, Practice, Research
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