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Three-dimensional cephalometry: spiral multi-slice vs cone-beam computed tomography.

Swennen GR, Schutyser F

Department of Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Brugmann, Brussels, Belgium. gwen.swennen@skynet.be

Three-dimensional (3D) craniofacial imaging techniques are becoming increasingly popular and have opened new possibilities for orthodontic assessment, treatment, and follow-up. Recently, a new 3D cephalometric method based on spiral multi-slice (MS) computed tomography (CT) was developed and validated by our research group. This innovative 3D virtual approach is a bridge between conventional cephalometry and modern craniofacial imaging techniques and provides high-quality, accurate, and reliable quantitative 3D data. The aim of this article was to describe the advantages and the disadvantages of spiral MS-CT 3D cephalometry and to discuss the potential of cone-beam CT 3D cephalometry.

Published 18 September 2006 in Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop, 130(3): 410-6.
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