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education, where understanding spatial relationships and complex
anatomical structures is essential. VR allows students to practice
procedures, such as root canals, extractions, and dental implants,
in a virtual environment where they can repeat exercises until they
achieve proficiency. Moreover, VR systems like Osso VR, DentSim
or EON technology offer realistic feedback, allowing students to
perform procedures with precision, improving their technical skills
and procedural knowledge without the constraints of time or patient
availability.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN DENTAL EDUCATION
AI-powered systems have significantly enhanced the customization
and assessment of dental education. AI algorithms can monitor and
track a student’s progress, adapting learning content based ensuring
that students engage with the material at an appropriate level of
difficulty. Furthermore, AI systems can automate the assessment Fig 2: Modern Teaching Methods Bridging the Educational Gap
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immersive and interactive learning experience. Blended learning,
combining online and in-person instruction, provides students with ABOUT THE AUTHORS
foundational knowledge before clinical training. Simulation tools
and allow students to practice dental procedures virtually, enhancing Dr Dhruv Ahuja
hands-on learning. Problem-based learning encourages critical BDS, MDS
thinking by engaging students with real-world dental scenarios. Assistant Professor
Additionally, adaptive learning technologies tailor the educational Department of Orthodontics and
experience to each student’s needs, ensuring a more personalized Dentofacial Orthopedics
learning journey. These innovations ensure that dental students Manav Rachna Dental College,
Faridabad
transition smoothly from general education to specialized dental Manav Rachna International
training. (Figure 2) Institute of Research and Studies
Dental education is evolving with innovations utilising AR and AI, (MRIIRS), Haryana
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