Perception and knowledge of augmented reality in prosthodontics among postgraduates and interns in Tamil Nadu.

Abstract

Aim: The aim of the study is to determine the perception and knowledge about the application of “Augmented reality in prosthodontics” among the postgraduates and interns in Tamil Nadu.

Materials and methodology: From August to December 2021, a web- based cross-sectional survey inquiry was performed to collect responses from postgraduates and interns across Tamil Nadu. The survey consisted of ten questions and took approximately five minutes to complete. A Google form was used to create the questionnaire. The results of the statistical analysis of the data from the completed questionnaires were used to finish the study.

Results: A total of 200 responses were received, the majority of the participants were interns (131), Post graduates (79). The majority of participants - 48% agreed, 17% strongly agreed and 27% were undecided about the implementation of Augmented Reality (AR) in Prosthodontics.

Further, 41% agreed and 21% strongly agreed that AR would improve the quality of treatment provided while 47% agreed and 17% strongly agreed that errors in fabrication can be avoided. A vast majority 44.5% stated that AR can be used in Diagnosis, Treatment planning, Teaching and Prediction of Treatment Success.