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A Virtual 3D Dynamic Model of Caries Lesion Progression as a Learning Object for Caries Detection Training and

Juan Sebastian Lara¹, Mariana Minatel Braga², Carlos Gustavo Zagatto³

¹Department of Cariology, Operative Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Indiana University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, IN, United States.

JMIR Medical Education

|May 23, 2020

Summary

This study developed a 3D virtual model to improve dental caries lesion detection education. The dynamic video aids in understanding lesion progression and histological features for better treatment decisions.

Keywords:

3d virtual models caries cariology dental education e-learning learning object

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Area of Science:

Dental Education
3D Modeling in Health Sciences
Cariology

Background:

Traditional methods struggle with visualizing spatial relations in anatomy and pathology.
Caries lesion detection is a difficult dental skill to master.
Linking clinical and histological features of caries is crucial for treatment decisions.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a 3D virtual model of caries lesion formation and progression.
To aid in the detection of lesions at various severity stages.
To serve as a complementary tool to traditional lectures in dentistry.

Main Methods:

Pedagogical planning and expert consultation.
Creation of an educational script covering caries progression and histology.
Development and refinement of 3D virtual models using specialized software.
Production of a 3D dynamic video with voiceovers and subtitles.

Main Results:

A 6-minute, 3D virtual video on caries lesion detection was created.
The video is available in English, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese.
The educational video has garnered over 100,000 views on YouTube.

Conclusions:

3D virtual models are valuable pedagogical tools for cariology education.
Further testing will assess the utility, usability, and user satisfaction of this tool.
This resource aims to enhance the learning of caries detection for dental professionals.