3D space analysis of dental models

Joon Huang Chuah; Sim Heng Ong; Toshiaki Kondo; Kelvin Weng Chiong Foong; Than Fui Yong

doi:10.1117/12.428100

28 May 2001 3D space analysis of dental models

Joon Huang Chuah, Sim Heng Ong, Toshiaki Kondo, Kelvin Weng Chiong Foong, Than Fui Yong

Proceedings Volume 4319, Medical Imaging 2001: Visualization, Display, and Image-Guided Procedures; (2001) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.428100
Event: Medical Imaging 2001, 2001, San Diego, CA, United States

Abstract

Space analysis is an important procedure by orthodontists to determine the amount of space available and required for teeth alignment during treatment planning. Traditional manual methods of space analysis are tedious and often inaccurate. Computer-based space analysis methods that work on 2D images have been reported. However, as the space problems in the dental arch exist in all three planes of space, a full 3D analysis of the problems is necessary. This paper describes a visualization and measurement system that analyses 3D images of dental plaster models. Algorithms were developed to determine dental arches. The system is able to record the depths of the Curve of Spee, and quantify space liabilities arising from a non-planar Curve of Spee, malalignment and overjet. Furthermore, the difference between total arch space available and the space required to arrange the teeth in ideal occlusion can be accurately computed. The system for 3D space analysis of the dental arch is an accurate, comprehensive, rapid and repeatable method of space analysis to facilitate proper orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Joon Huang Chuah, Sim Heng Ong, Toshiaki Kondo, Kelvin Weng Chiong Foong, and Than Fui Yong "3D space analysis of dental models", Proc. SPIE 4319, Medical Imaging 2001: Visualization, Display, and Image-Guided Procedures, (28 May 2001); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.428100

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