Virtual reality: an effective tool for teaching root canal anatomy to undergraduate dental students – a preliminary study

Reymus, Marcel; Liebermann, Anja; Diegritz, Christian

doi:10.1111/iej.13380

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“…Additionally, it is noteworthy that clinicians should be aware that root canal anatomical variations may play a major role in the success of endodontic microsurgery and that each case should be evaluated with the aid of three-dimensional imaging, namely cone beam computed tomography, which allows for both a qualitative and quantitative assessment of root canal system anatomy complexity [64][65][66]. Furthermore, nowadays new digital dentistry techniques are being developed, such as the use of virtual reality and other computer aided procedures, that might also present an effective tool to guide root-end resection and preparation [66].…”

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Evaluation of Root-End Preparation with Two Different Endodontic Microsurgery Ultrasonic Tips

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The aim of this study is to compare root-end preparation performed with two different ultrasonic tips—CVDentus and NSK—and respective time requirements. After root-end resection, 32 teeth were randomly divided in two groups, according to the ultrasonic tip used for root-end preparation. Preparation time was recorded. Photomicrographs were taken to assess the following parameters: root surface microcracking, marginal integrity and presence of debris. One ultrasonic tip from each group was analyzed through scanning electron microscopy before and after root-end preparation. The significance level was set at α = 0.05. Incidence of microcracks in both groups was 12.5%. Solely intracanal microcracking was found, consistently positioned within the widest side of the remaining dentine. No statistically significant differences were verified between both experimental groups regarding marginal integrity (p = 0.102) and preparation time (p = 0.780), whereas statistical differences (p = 0.003) were found concerning the presence of debris (the minimum registered score was mostly verified in CVDentus group). NSK tips showed major morphological changes, with extensive surface wear and noticeable loss of particles, which was not verified on CVDentus tips. Our findings suggest significant differences regarding root-end preparation walls quality, with CVDentus tips showing better results. Concerning microcracking, as well as preparation time and marginal integrity, both ultrasonic tips showed similar results. Qualitative analysis exposed NSK tips major morphological changes and wear after use, which was not verified on CVDentus tips.

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Evaluation of Root-End Preparation with Two Different Endodontic Microsurgery Ultrasonic Tips

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“…Three dimensional (3D) simulations and virtual programmes provide a rich learning opportunity with constructing and manipulating virtual objects and structures 8–11 . Furthermore, virtual programmes provide the creation of new perspectives and supply a learning model with repetition possibilities 12 .…”

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The soap carving versus the digital sculpting: Evaluation of students’ preferences and performance in dental anatomy course: Pilot study

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Eur J Dental Education

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Purpose/Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the change in students’ preferences between soap carving (SC) and digital sculpting (DS) methods after obtaining tooth with both methods, their opinions about the methods and their performance in the dental anatomy course. Materials and Methods The SC and DS methods were demonstrated. Students were asked to obtain a maxillary central incisor by both methods and to record time. Students’ preferences were asked both before and after applying both methods. The level of significance for statistical analysis was set at p ≤ .05. Results Forty first year preclinical students (24 female, 16 male) participated in this study. Their mean age was 19.38 years ±1.00 year. There was a statistically significant difference between the mean time of the DS method according to gender (p = .004) and the mean time of DS and SC methods for females (p = .015). There was also a statistically significant difference between preferences of students for “In the future while treating the patient in the clinic, I learned with ………… method in the preclinic will be more useful for me.” statement, before and after applying both methods (p = .034). Conclusions The obtaining the tooth of the students with DS method were longer than with SC method (especially in the females). After applying both methods, the students changed their minds that learning the information about the SC and DS methods would have a similar effect when treating patients in the clinic.

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“…Moreover, specific tooth structures can be made transparent such that the users can see beyond them or even navigate through the root canal. Reymus et al tested the use of VR in teaching root canal anatomy and found that VR appears to be a valuable instrument suitable for training a student [16]. Thus, both VR and AR may be considered valuable platforms for teaching anatomy and promoting benefits such as increased learner immersion, even if there are no statistically significant differences regarding the amount of knowledge acquired by VR/AR and the traditional method [16].…”

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Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Reality in Dentistry: A Narrative Review on the Existing Platforms and Future Challenges

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The recent advancements in digital technologies have led to exponential progress in dentistry. This narrative review aims to summarize the applications of Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality in dentistry and describes future challenges in digitalization, such as Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality represent effective tools in the educational technology, as they can enhance students’ learning and clinical training. Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality and can also be useful aids during clinical practice. Augmented Reality can be used to add digital data to real life clinical data. Clinicians can apply Virtual Reality for a digital wax-up that provides a pre-visualization of the final post treatment result. In addition, both these technologies may also be employed to eradicate dental phobia in patients and further enhance patient’s education. Similarly, they can be used to enhance communication between the dentist, patient, and technician. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics can also improve clinical practice. Artificial Intelligence is currently developed to improve dental diagnosis and provide more precise prognoses of dental diseases, whereas Robotics may be used to assist in daily practice.

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Virtual reality: an effective tool for teaching root canal anatomy to undergraduate dental students – a preliminary study

Abstract: Reymus M, Liebermann A, Diegritz C. Virtual reality: an effective tool for teaching root canal anatomy to undergraduate dental studentsa preliminary study.

Cited by 66 publications

References 19 publications

Evaluation of Root-End Preparation with Two Different Endodontic Microsurgery Ultrasonic Tips

Evaluation of Root-End Preparation with Two Different Endodontic Microsurgery Ultrasonic Tips

The soap carving versus the digital sculpting: Evaluation of students’ preferences and performance in dental anatomy course: Pilot study

Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Reality in Dentistry: A Narrative Review on the Existing Platforms and Future Challenges

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