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Introduction to Microsurgery

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The operating microscope (OM) was first adopted by otorhinolaryngology professionals for performing surgeries in the early twentieth century. Soon after, it was used by other medical specialties, for example, ophthalmologists, vascular surgeons, reconstructive and plastic surgeons, etc. It was not until the late 1990s when incorporation of OM training in the accreditation standards for advanced specialty education programs in endodontics took place in the USA. The main advantages of using the OM over surgical loupes are unprecedented and adjustable magnification, and confocal illumination, among others. The use of OM for performing periodontal and implant surgeries is on a rise. Its uses are justified by improved wound healing at tissue and clinical levels, as documented in the literature. Moving forward, more high-quality studies are encouraged to support the use of OM. A systematic and strategic approach should be developed among interested stakeholders to explore the full capacity of OM for elevating patient care quality and to create innovative learning modules and simulators for improving microsurgical education.

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  1. Periodontics Graduate Program, University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

    Hsun-Liang (Albert) Chan

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    Diego Velasquez-Plata

  3. Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor Periodontics and Oral Medicine Department, The University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

    Diego Velasquez-Plata

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    Diego Velasquez-Plata

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Chan, HL.(., Velasquez-Plata, D. (2022). Introduction to Microsurgery. In: Chan, HL.(., Velasquez-Plata, D. (eds) Microsurgery in Periodontal and Implant Dentistry. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-96874-8_1

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