Assessment of the level of knowledge on dental bioethics and its application in the clinical practice of dental students.

Abstract

In order to assess the degree of knowledge of students about dental bioethics and its application in clinical practice in the Unit of Dental Care "UNIANDES", a qualitative descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out, after identifying the treatment devoid of principles Dentistry Bioethics of students during pre professional practice towards their patients. The results obtained showed a low level of knowledge about dental bioethics and point to the need to improve the curriculum, through a curriculum with a pedagogical conception that promotes the adequate bioethical training of students.