Ribeiro DS, Maluf F. Problem-based education for the diagnosis and management of ankyloglossia by dentists in Primary Care. Interface (Botucatu). 2026; 30: e250114 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1590/interface.250114
Abstract
The Maguerez Arch promotes problem-based education, bringing individuals closer to their reality and encouraging reflective practice for transformation. In this context, a theoretical-practical gap was observed in the diagnosis of ankyloglossia and in the assessment of breastfeeding for performing frenotomy/frenectomy in infants by primary care dentists. This study reports the experience of problem-based education in a Primary Health Care Unit, aiming to strengthen the diagnosis and management of ankyloglossia in newborns and infants. The five stages of the Maguerez Arch were applied, including theoretical and practical activities, as well as evaluations and clinical demonstrations of the surgical procedure. At the end, all participants were considered competent to apply the Bristol protocol criteria and the Coryllos classification, and self-declared able to perform the procedure. The methodology proved effective in professional qualification and in promoting changes in clinical practice.
Key-words
Primary health care; Ankyloglossia; Dentists; Health Education
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