Clinical application of 3D imaging for assessment of treatment outcomes

Semin Orthod. 2011 Mar 1;17(1):72-80. doi: 10.1053/j.sodo.2010.08.012.

Abstract

This paper outlines the clinical application of CBCT for assessment of treatment outcomes, and discusses current work to superimpose digital dental models and 3D photographs. Superimposition of CBCTs on stable structures of reference now allow assessment of 3D dental, skeletal and soft tissue changes for both growing and non-growing patients. Additionally, we describe clinical findings from CBCT superimpositions in assessment of surgery and skeletal anchorage treatment.