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Tooth eruption clock: A novel learning aid.
Manoj Prabhakar1, B Sivapathasundharam2
1Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology : JOMFP
|March 14, 2022
Summary
Understanding tooth eruption chronology is vital for dental students. An "eruption clock" learning tool simplifies memorizing the sequence of primary and permanent teeth eruption in both dental arches.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Dental Anatomy
Background:
- Tooth eruption chronology is a fundamental topic in dental education.
- Both primary and permanent teeth erupt in a specific sequence within maxillary and mandibular arches.
- Traditional memorization of eruption timelines can be challenging for students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a novel learning aid called the "eruption clock".
- To simplify and enhance the teaching and learning process of tooth eruption chronology.
- To provide a practical tool for dental undergraduates.
Main Methods:
- Development of a specially designed "eruption clock" learning aid.
- Utilizing the aid to facilitate understanding of eruption sequences.
- Focusing on both maxillary and mandibular arches.
Main Results:
- The "eruption clock" effectively simplifies the learning of tooth eruption timelines.
- The tool makes the teaching-learning process easier, more effective, and practical.
- Students can better grasp the numerical sequence of tooth eruption.
Conclusions:
- The "eruption clock" is a valuable educational tool for dental students.
- It addresses the challenges associated with memorizing tooth eruption sequences.
- Implementation of such aids can improve dental curriculum delivery.
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