A Comparative Analysis of the Efficacy of Instructional Videos and Live Demonstrations in Crown Preparation Training for Preclinical Dental Students

finding the optimal balance between traditional live demonstrations and instructional videos remains a subject of ongoing discussion in dental education. Moreover, integrating a hybrid model that combines the strengths of both methods may offer a comprehensive approach to crown preparation training. Therefore, this study aims to address this ongoing discussion by investigating the relative effectiveness of traditional live demonstrations, instructional videos, and a hybrid model that merges both approaches. Through an evaluation of dental students' satisfaction and performance with video tutorials and hands-on demonstrations, this research endeavors to shed light on how different instructional methods influence knowledge acquisition within the practical environment.