A Review On Knowledge Of Undergraduate Dental Students Towards Research

ABSTRACT

Research is defined as “ a systematic inquiry to describe, explain, predict, and control the observed phenomenon. It involves inductive and deductive methods”, According to the American sociologist Earl Robert Babbie. Research application in the medical and dental sectors has grown in prominence and is currently being encouraged, particularly among undergraduate students. The past ten years have seen a significant expansion in the field of dentistry due to the introduction of several novel problems, solutions, and techniques. Regrettably, there is a present talent gap for dental scientists, and the talent market for dentists is becoming less competitive. In a study it was quoted that about 85% of dental graduates opted for private practice over employment in research. This review article covers the importance of Research methodology knowledge in the Undergraduate Dental Students and the Barriers stopping the students from acquiring it.