ICCMS^TM e-learning in Japanese demonstrates the potential for changing Clinical cariology education in Japan

Abstract

The ACFF Japan chapter, an international charity whose goal is to combat dental cavities, has developed the Japanese version of ICCMS^TM e-learning as a key part of its activities. FDI recommends the use of ICCMS^TM to disseminate Minimal Intervention Dentistry. The basic structure of ICCMS^TM can be summarized by the 4Ds; Determine: the individual’s caries risk assessment; Detect: detect and evaluate carious lesions; Decide: on the personalization of treatment strategy; and Do: implement appropriate treatments. Following the caries risk assessment, ICDAS is used to evaluate how the carious lesions develop and progress. After that, options for professional and self-care are drawn up and appropriate intervals for clinical visits are set, so as to assess the effectiveness of caries management. Currently, the Japanese version of e-learning focuses on clinical practice. We are planning to promote and extend its use to dental education of clinical cariology in Japan.