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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
Published on: August 22, 2022
Training simulation for oral and maxillofacial surgeons based on the techniques of arthroscopy in the
P Peserico-DalFarra1, A F Gagliardi-Lugo1
1Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Hospital General del Oeste "Dr. José Gregorio Hernández", Postgrado de Cirugía Bucal y Maxilofacial de la Universidad Gran Mariscal de Ayacucho, Caracas, Venezuela.
Abstract:
Arthroscopy is a diagnostic-therapeutic technique used in the treatment of disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The difficulties of arthroscopy lie in the manipulation of the tools, which is why training in the technique of triangulation in artificial models is essential. We developed a training system based on the techniques of arthroscopy in the TMJ, using simulators. The first simulator was a metal box containing three holes for insertion of the instruments, and the second was a human artificial model made of polymers. We found that they facilitated training in the techniques of arthroscopy, which subsequently reduced operating time and led to a better execution of skills in reality.
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