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Current Issue (Volume 02 - Issue 01, 2023)
Title: |
What have we Learned about OTOSCAN in 2022 (Update)? |
Authors: |
Angel Barbero-Rodríguez, María Morales-Salas |
Source: |
International Journal of Advanced Research in Dental and Medical Sciences (IJLRAVS), pp 01 - 08, Vol 02 - No. 01, 2023 |
Abstract: |
The evolution of ear measurement techniques for the manufacture of earmolds and hearing aids is clearly marked by the abandonment of the previous silicone injection systems inside the ear canal, to give way to new measurement technologies with laser scanning. The otoscan are non-invasive and clean systems with no risk of damage to the tympanic membrane due to silicone. In addition, it allows a digital visualization on the screen through the "preview", to check if the sizes and spaces are wide enough or not in the subsequent manufacture. Other than manufacturers' publications, there are few independent articles by professional audiologists who use the devices. For this reason, our audiology work team publishes an update summary every year with the experiences and learning we have had and a review of what has been published in previous years.This year's report addresses topics such as the pediatric cannula and the legal framework, use on a stretcher, protection from strobe light, the technician's work position, its use in Anaplastology, full pinna scanning, and use of mannequins/heads in training. In addition, a final reference is also made to the indications of Natus on the importance of preventing professional risk and the relationship with the investment of the equipment. |
Keywords: |
Otoscan, 3Dscanning, Audiology, Otology, Earmolds |
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