Manual Dexterity and Self-Perceived Competence as Predictors of Performance in Dental Skills Assessments: A Cross-Sectional Study

    April 2026 in “ Research Square
    Himesha Wadasinghe, Isuri Anuradha Thoradeniya, Sumudu Rasnayaka, Indika Priyanthi Thilakumara
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    Studysummary This study found that dental students' manual dexterity was weakly associated with their performance in skills-based assessments, while self-perceived skill levels showed no significant correlation with assessment outcomes, suggesting a potential benefit from focusing on dexterity enhancement in dental education.
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