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Computerized protocol of orofacial myofunctional evaluation with scores: usability and validity

“…The usability of the OMES computerized protocol for the evaluation of patients is feasible and a digital database is generated with all the information. Therefore, no more data entry is necessary after the evaluation, which will reduce the time to organize these, as well as improve information quality and accuracy of records (4) . The data relating to patients and the results can be retrieved quickly, clearly, without generating doubts (3) , and with reduced costs (5) .…”

“…The need for computerization in various areas, including in health, seems increasingly indispensable, because its advances have opened many possibilities for the use of information technology in clinical and scientific research (4) . Scientific research has especially grown, both qualitatively and quantitatively (3) .…”

“…Previously, its use was limited due to the cost of the equipment, its maintenance, and the lack of skilled labor or the possible resistance of people to computers. However, it is possible to create these protocols today, increasing the rate of accuracy of records, with low cost, reduced physical space, and minimal training of personnel (2)(3)(4)(5)(6) .…”