August 15, 2025ScientificaOpen Access

Impact of Early Preclinical Exposure on Academic Performance, Clinical Skills, and Confidence Among BDS Students at Private Dental College

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Comparative survey indicates early clinical exposure enhances academic performance and soft skills in BDS students, suggesting improved outcomes.

Group A showed significantly higher academic performance than Group B, enhancing confidence and clinical skills.
Theory exam scores revealed Group A averaged 82% while Group B scored 76%, indicating a marked improvement with early exposure.
Utilizing a comparative cross-sectional survey of 150 BDS students, independent sample t-tests compared academic outcomes between two exposure groups.
Findings support integrating early preclinical placements into dental education, potentially enriching skills and preparing students for practice.

Ali et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Comparative survey indicates early clinical exposure enhances academic performance and soft skills in BDS students, suggesting improved outcomes.