Modern approaches to preparation of scientific research in dentistry in the world of the “Evidence-Based Medicine” concept

Abstract

The concept of “Evidence-Based Medicine” provides generalization and interpretation of scientifi c information to select the best strategies for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, risk assessment of their application to a particular patient, ways to analyse their own clinical experience, experimental research, and the latest developments. Although Evidence-Based Medicine has long been a vital component of scientifi c activity, the adoption of these principles while carrying out the research remains a relatively slow process in dentistry. Our study aimed to assess the methodological contribution of Evidence-Based Medicine principles to the preparation of scientifi c research in dentistry, which can be integrated into specifi c learning scenarios for dental students. We believe teachers should evaluate educational programs to overcome gaps in periodontology, emphasizing preventive dentistry courses in both bachelor and graduate programs. Such topics should be studied at the fi rst stage of learning. At the same time, the importance of ensuring a balanced combination of research and clinical experience as one of the steps to optimizing educational programs for dental students should not be underestimated.