The “Hand as Foot” teaching method in cephalometric analysis

• This paper's key focus is integrating the “hand as foot” teaching method with cephalometric analysis. •Students can reinforce their memory through self-demonstration, which leads to better comprehension and mastery. •This approach renders complex knowledge accessible and transforms abstract lines into concrete visualisations. •This “hand as foot” teaching approach emphasises the integration of theory and practice. •It aids students in comprehending orthodontic and orthognathic landmarks and enhances the precision of cephalometric measurements. •The advantages include a deeper understanding, reduced teaching complexity and improved case analysis accuracy. •Furthermore, this method trains students to translate new knowledge into an accessible physical language, laying a solid foundation for their future professional development and learning.