Teaching system for periodontal comfort treatment

Abstract

The invention discloses a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system, and relates to the field of medical teaching, the system comprises a tooth model, a flexible liner and a pressure sensor; the tooth model is used for receiving pressure applied by a medical instrument in a periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process; the flexible liner is attached to the tooth model and connected with the pressure sensor, and the flexible liner is used for transmitting pressure applied to the tooth model by a medical instrument to the pressure sensor; the pressure sensor is used for collecting pressure applied to the tooth model by a medical instrument in real time to obtain pressure data so as to guide an operator to apply diagnosis and treatment force. Through cooperation of the flexible liner and the pressure sensor, the pressure applied to the tooth model can be fed back in real time in the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process, an operator is helped to accurately master the force application degree in the training process, and then the treatment effect is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of medical teaching, and particularly to a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system. Background Art

[0002] Periodontal basic treatment is a common treatment method in the field of stomatology. For example, before treatment, the severity of periodontal lesions is systematically evaluated through a periodontal probing examination system, and the causes of periodontal lesions, such as dental calculus and dental plaque, are removed through supra-gingival scaling, sub-gingival scaling, and root planing, etc., to restore gingival health. However, a common problem in periodontal examination and treatment is improper application of force during operation, that is, the operator fails to timely judge and control the force applied to the patient's gums during the treatment process, which may cause discomfort, pain, and even damage to the periodontal tissue of the patient. For beginners or doctors with insufficient experience, it is particularly difficult to judge the application of force. If the treatment force is too large, it will cause severe discomfort or trauma to the patient; if the treatment force is too small, it may lead to poor treatment effects or even delay the treatment opportunity.

[0003] In the operation training of conventional periodontal examination and treatment, the traditional periodontal treatment training model has no real-time feedback mechanism and cannot simulate the different reactions that patients may have during the examination and treatment process. The operator cannot understand whether the force applied is appropriate and cannot obtain real-time information on the patient's reaction. This training method lacking feedback easily leads to the operator not being able to accurately master the degree of force application during the actual treatment process, affecting the patient's comfort and treatment effect. Therefore, how to help the operator accurately master the force of examination and treatment during teaching and real-time monitor the force application intensity has become a key technical problem in improving the periodontal treatment effect and patient comfort. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system, which can provide real-time feedback on the pressure applied to the tooth model during the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process, helping the operator accurately master the degree of force application during the training process and improving the treatment effect.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, this application provides the following solutions: In a first aspect, this application provides a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system, including: a tooth model, a flexible gasket, and a pressure sensor; The tooth model is used to receive the pressure applied by medical devices during the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process; The flexible gasket fits the tooth model and is connected to the pressure sensor. The flexible gasket is used to transfer the pressure applied by the medical device on the tooth model to the pressure sensor; The pressure sensor is used to collect in real time the pressure applied by the medical device on the tooth model, obtain pressure data, so as to guide the operator to apply the diagnosis and treatment force on the tooth model.

[0006] In one embodiment, the tooth model is a three-dimensional silicone model.

[0007] In one embodiment, the flexible gasket is a polydimethylsiloxane film.

[0008] In one embodiment, the tooth model includes gums and teeth; the polydimethylsiloxane film includes a gum lining film and a tooth outer film; the gum lining film covers the surface of the gums; the tooth outer film fits against the side of the teeth.

[0009] In one embodiment, the pressure sensor includes a first pressure sensor and a second pressure sensor; the first pressure sensor is connected to the gum lining film, and the second pressure sensor is connected to the tooth outer film.

[0010] In one embodiment, the periodontal comfort treatment teaching system further includes a signal processing device; the signal processing device is connected to the pressure sensor, and the signal processing device is used to display the pressure data in real time.

[0011] In one embodiment, the signal processing device is further used to judge in real time whether the pressure data is greater than a preset threshold, and give an alarm when the pressure data is greater than the preset threshold, so as to remind the operator to adjust the diagnosis and treatment force.

[0012] In one embodiment, the signal processing device is further used to store the pressure data in real time, and judge whether there is abnormal pressure fluctuation during the periodontal examination or treatment process according to the stored pressure data, so as to evaluate the safety and effect of the periodontal examination or treatment.

[0013] In one embodiment, the signal processing device is further used to store the pressure data in real time, and optimize the treatment plan according to the stored pressure data.

[0014] In one embodiment, the signal processing device is a microprocessor or a computer device.

[0015] According to the specific embodiments provided by the present application, the present application has the following technical effects: The present application provides a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system. Through the cooperation of the flexible gasket and the pressure sensor, it can feedback in real time the pressure applied on the tooth model during the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process, help the operator accurately master the force application degree during the training process, and thus improve the comfort and treatment effect of the patient. Description of the Drawings

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the accompanying drawings required in the embodiments. Obviously, the accompanying drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present application. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other accompanying drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0017] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0018] Figure 2 Stereogram of a tooth model in an embodiment of the present application.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals: 101 - tooth model, 102 - flexible gasket, 103 - pressure sensor, 104 - wire, 105 - signal processing device. Detailed implementation manners

[0020] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, rather than all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts belong to the scope of protection of the present application.

[0021] The present application mainly focuses on the problem of pressure measurement in periodontal probing examination and periodontal treatment, especially the solution for measuring the pressure on the gingiva and tooth surface under the action of periodontal probes and ultrasonic instruments. Specifically, by lining a polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) film on the tooth model and externally connecting a pressure sensor to monitor the pressure borne by soft tissues during periodontal pocket probing using a periodontal probe and subgingival scaling using ultrasonic and manual instruments. At the same time, a PDMS film is covered on the outer side of the teeth of the traditional tooth model to measure the lateral pressure on the teeth during supra-gingival scaling using ultrasonic and manual instruments. The pressure data fed back by the pressure sensor helps the operator more accurately understand the pressure situation during the examination and treatment process to avoid causing excessive damage to soft tissues and teeth.

[0022] To make the above objects, features, and advantages of the present application more obvious and understandable, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation manners.

[0023] In an exemplary embodiment, as Figure 1 shown, a periodontal comfort treatment teaching system is provided, including: a tooth model 101, a flexible gasket 102, and a pressure sensor 103.

[0024] The tooth model 101 is used to receive the pressure exerted by medical devices during periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching. The pressure changes during the actual instrument treatment process are simulated through the tooth model 101. Among them, the medical device can be a periodontal probe or an ultrasonic instrument.

[0025] In a specific application example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the tooth model 101 is a three-dimensional silicone model. The tooth model 101 includes gums and teeth. The tooth model 101 can be prepared from resin.

[0026] The flexible gasket 102 fits the tooth model 101 and is connected to the pressure sensor 103. The flexible gasket 102 is used to transfer the pressure exerted by the medical device on the tooth model 101 to the pressure sensor 103.

[0027] The flexible gasket 102 can adapt to the surfaces of the gums and teeth and can effectively conduct pressure signals under pressure.

[0028] In a specific application example, the flexible gasket 102 is a polydimethylsiloxane film. The polydimethylsiloxane film includes a gum lining film and a tooth outer film. The gum lining film covers the surface of the gums; the tooth outer film fits the side of the tooth.

[0029] By placing the PDMS film on the gum surface, the pressure on the soft tissue under the action of the instrument can be effectively sensed to ensure that the soft tissue is not under excessive pressure. By fitting the PDMS film on the side of the tooth, the lateral pressure of the instrument on the tooth can be measured to avoid damaging the tooth.

[0030] This application applies the PDMS film to the gum surface and the side of the tooth. Utilizing the flexible characteristics of the PDMS film, it can adapt to the morphological changes of the tooth and gum, flexibly transfer the pressure exerted by periodontal probes, ultrasonic instruments and manual instruments, and can adapt to the different biomechanical requirements of hard and soft tissues to optimize the pressure transfer process.

[0031] The pressure sensor 103 is used to collect the pressure exerted by the medical device on the tooth model 101 in real time to obtain pressure data, so as to guide the operator's treatment intensity applied on the tooth model 101.

[0032] The pressure sensor 103 is connected to the PDMS film through a wire 104 to sense the pressure on the surface of the PDMS film in real time and convert it into an electrical signal.

[0033] This application tightly combines the pressure sensor 103 with the PDMS film. By precisely monitoring the pressure applied to the gum and tooth surfaces, it can convert pressure data into available signals in real time, accurately measure the pressure during the examination and treatment processes, and promptly feedback it to the operator to avoid discomfort or injury caused by excessive or uneven pressure.

[0034] In a specific application example, the pressure sensor 103 includes a first pressure sensor and a second pressure sensor. The first pressure sensor is connected to the gum lining film, and the second pressure sensor is connected to the outer tooth film.

[0035] Specifically, the first pressure sensor senses the pressure change of the gum lining film to monitor the pressure on the soft tissue in real time. The second pressure sensor senses the pressure change of the outer tooth film to monitor the lateral pressure on the tooth surface in real time.

[0036] This application particularly takes into account the different pressure effects on soft tissue (gum) and hard tissue (tooth) during periodontal probing examination and treatment. Through the PDMS films and the pressure sensor 103 arranged at different positions on the soft and hard tissues respectively, the pressure conditions of these two types of tissues can be monitored separately, and real-time data collection and feedback can be carried out.

[0037] In addition, the periodontal comfort treatment teaching system provided by this application further includes a signal processing device 105. The signal processing device 105 is a microprocessor or a computer device. The signal processing device 105 is connected to the pressure sensor 103, and the signal processing device 105 is used to display the pressure data in real time. The operator can view the pressure data in real time through the display interface of the signal processing device 105, which is convenient for the operator to understand the pressure situation during the periodontal diagnosis and treatment training process in real time, enabling the operator to adjust the operation force according to the real-time pressure data during the examination and treatment processes, avoiding harm to the soft and hard tissues of the patient, and providing data support for the formulation of personalized treatment plans.

[0038] During the periodontal examination or treatment process of this application, when the instrument applies a certain pressure to the tooth or gum, after the PDMS film senses the pressure, the pressure sensor 103 converts the pressure into an electrical signal and feeds back the pressure value to the operator through the data processing device. The operator can adjust the treatment force and operation method according to the pressure data displayed in real time to ensure that the pressure during the treatment process does not exceed the safe range.

[0039] The signal processing device 105 is further configured to determine in real time whether the pressure data is greater than a preset threshold, and issue an alarm when the pressure data is greater than the preset threshold to remind the operator to adjust the diagnosis and treatment intensity, thereby preventing discomfort or tissue damage to the patient caused by excessive instrument pressure during periodontal examination and treatment, significantly improving the safety during the examination and treatment process, and ensuring that the comfort and safety requirements of the patient during the examination and treatment process are met.

[0040] The signal processing device 105 is further configured to store the pressure data in real time, and determine whether there is abnormal pressure fluctuation during the periodontal examination or treatment process based on the stored pressure data, so as to evaluate the safety and effect of the periodontal examination or treatment.

[0041] The signal processing device 105 is further configured to store the pressure data in real time, and optimize the treatment plan based on the stored pressure data.

[0042] In addition, the periodontal comfort treatment teaching system provided by the present application can not only be used for the operation training of periodontal pocket probing with a periodontal probe, supra-gingival scaling, sub-gingival scaling, and root planing projects with ultrasonic and manual instruments, but also for ability assessment to help doctors gradually master the appropriate treatment intensity in clinical practice.

[0043] In another exemplary embodiment, a personalized tooth model 101 can be established according to the actual situation of the patient, training can be carried out based on the personalized tooth model 101, the pressure changes in different examination and treatment scenarios can be simulated based on the pressure data during the training process, and the treatment plan can be optimized according to the individual differences of the patient, so as to achieve personalized and comfortable diagnosis and treatment effects.

[0044] In addition, traditional periodontal treatment training models cannot simulate the different responses of the patient's gums to the applied force and cannot reflect the individual differences of different patients, making it impossible for the operator to comprehensively understand and master the skills of force adjustment in various clinical situations, resulting in potentially unsatisfactory treatment effects for different patients.

[0045] By real-time monitoring of the pressure on the gums and teeth, the present application can dynamically simulate the individual differences in the patient's response to the applied force. During the training process, the operator can dynamically adjust the treatment intensity according to the specific responses of the different gums and teeth of the patient, thereby formulating a personalized treatment plan to help the operator better understand and cope with the individual differences of the patient, and improve the treatment effect and patient satisfaction.

[0046] In addition, the following several schemes can also be adopted to implement the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process, but their effects are not as good as those of using the PDMS film + pressure sensor 103.

[0047] Video-assisted and visual feedback system: Using high-definition cameras and image processing technology, it monitors the changes in gums and teeth during treatment in real time (such as swelling, discoloration, etc.). Based on this video feedback, the operator can visually judge whether the applied force is appropriate and make adjustments according to clinical experience. Although this method can provide certain feedback, it relies on visual analysis rather than direct pressure data, so it is not as accurate and fast in response time as the pressure sensor 103.

[0048] Vibration perception system: Install vibration sensors on the tooth model 101 to sense the force applied to the teeth by ultrasonic instruments or other tools and feedback it to the operator through vibration. This solution reminds the doctor of the force application situation through tactile feedback, but it does not directly give the value of the applied pressure and may not be able to reflect the change in the patient's comfort.

[0049] Virtual reality training system: Using virtual reality technology to simulate the periodontal examination and treatment process, and helping the operator to conduct technical training through the reactions and interactions of virtual patients. The operator can practice force control in a virtual environment, and virtual patients can show different reactions to simulate individual differences, but it lacks real tactile perception and still cannot fully restore the actual force application feeling and patient comfort.

[0050] Force feedback device: Some high-end force feedback simulators can provide pressure feedback during operation, and help trainees learn force application skills by simulating the elasticity of the gums and the force feedback of the teeth, but it still does not provide real-time data related to the patient's reaction and is difficult to dynamically reflect the treatment effect brought by the change of force application.

[0051] Artificial intelligence and big data analysis: By collecting a large amount of patient data and using AI algorithms to analyze the gum reaction laws of different patients, it can predict the appropriate force application intensity according to the patient's historical treatment data. This method can provide personalized treatment plans, but it relies on a large amount of data accumulation and accurate prediction models.

[0052] Simulation of various materials: Use artificial materials with different elasticity, hardness and shapes (such as rubbers or silicones with different hardnesses) in the training model to simulate the gum and tooth reactions of different patients. Although individual differences can be simulated through material changes, it cannot fully simulate the dynamic reactions of patients during the examination and treatment process and lacks the ability of real-time adjustment.

[0053] In summary, in the present application, by covering the PDMS film on the gingival surface and the tooth side surface and combining with the pressure sensor 103, the applied pressure can be sensed in real time, the pain response of the patient can be simulated, and the pressure data can be timely fed back to the operator through the signal processing device 105. This real-time feedback mechanism allows the operator to intuitively sense the impact of the applied force on the patient during the examination and treatment processes, timely adjust the applied force during the training process, avoid excessive pressure causing pain to the patient or insufficient pressure resulting in errors in the examination results and poor treatment effects, ensure better control of the applied force in actual clinical examinations and treatments, improve the comfort of the patient and the treatment effect. Especially during periodontal probe examination, ultrasonic or manual instrument operation, the operator can adjust the intensity according to the real-time pressure data to ensure that the treatment is neither excessive nor insufficient, thereby improving the actual effect of the training. In addition, when the pressure exceeds the set threshold, an automatic alarm is triggered to remind the operator to reduce the operation intensity, further improving the accuracy and safety during the examination and treatment processes. It makes up for the shortcoming of the traditional periodontal treatment training model lacking real-time feedback, helps the operator accurately master the appropriate degree of the applied force during the training, and improves the treatment effect.

[0054] It should be noted that the user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data for analysis, stored data, displayed data, etc.) involved in the present application are all information and data that have been authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use, and processing of the relevant data need to comply with the relevant regulations.

[0055] In the present application, all actions of obtaining signals, information, or data are carried out on the premise of complying with the corresponding data protection regulations and policies of the country where it is located and obtaining the authorization given by the owner of the corresponding device.

[0056] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brevity of description, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, it should be considered as the scope described in this specification.

[0057] In this article, specific examples are used to elaborate on the principle and implementation manner of the present application. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method and its core idea of the present application; at the same time, for those of ordinary skill in the art, based on the idea of the present application, there will be changes in the specific implementation manner and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation to the present application.

Claims

1. A periodontal comfort treatment teaching system, characterized in that: The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system includes: a tooth model, a flexible pad and a pressure sensor; The tooth model is used to receive the pressure applied by medical instruments during the periodontal diagnosis and treatment teaching process; The flexible pad is fitted to the tooth model and connected to the pressure sensor, and the flexible pad is used to transmit the pressure applied by the medical device on the tooth model to the pressure sensor; The pressure sensor is used to collect the pressure applied by the medical device on the tooth model in real time to obtain pressure data to guide the operator to apply the diagnosis and treatment force on the tooth model.

2. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tooth model is a three-dimensional silicone model.

3. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flexible pad is a polydimethylsiloxane film.

4. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The tooth model comprises gums and teeth; the polydimethylsiloxane membrane comprises a gum lining membrane and a tooth outer membrane; the gum lining membrane covers the surface of the gums; and the tooth outer membrane adheres to the side of the tooth.

5. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The pressure sensor includes a first pressure sensor and a second pressure sensor; the first pressure sensor is connected to the gingival lining membrane, and the second pressure sensor is connected to the tooth outer membrane.

6. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system also includes a signal processing device; the signal processing device is connected to the pressure sensor, and the signal processing device is used to display the pressure data in real time.

7. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The signal processing device is also used to determine in real time whether the pressure data is greater than a preset threshold, and to issue an alarm when the pressure data is greater than the preset threshold to remind the operator to adjust the intensity of diagnosis and treatment.

8. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The signal processing device is also used to store the pressure data in real time, and determine whether there is abnormal pressure fluctuation during the periodontal examination or treatment process based on the stored pressure data, so as to evaluate the safety and effect of the periodontal examination or treatment.

9. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The signal processing device is also used to store the pressure data in real time and optimize the treatment plan according to the stored pressure data.

10. The periodontal comfort treatment teaching system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The signal processing device is a microprocessor or a computer device.

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