Abstract
Background:
There has been a growing interest in three-dimensional (3D) surface imaging devices over the last few years.
Methods:
This comprehensive review discusses the various emerging technologies in this field of 3D imaging and applies the use of technology to oral and maxillofacial imaging.
Results:
The paper shows that there is increased awareness and application of technology to the field.
Conclusion:
3D surface acquisition technology is improving at a rapid pace and has a place in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Copyright 2007 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
MeSH terms
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Aging / physiology
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Cephalometry / instrumentation
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Cephalometry / methods
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Computer-Aided Design
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Craniofacial Abnormalities / diagnosis
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Craniofacial Abnormalities / surgery
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Diagnostic Imaging / instrumentation
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Diagnostic Imaging / methods
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Equipment Design
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Face / anatomy & histology*
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Face / diagnostic imaging
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Face / surgery*
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Female
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Holography / methods
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Humans
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Imaging, Three-Dimensional / instrumentation*
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Imaging, Three-Dimensional / methods*
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Male
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Maxillofacial Development
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Photogrammetry / instrumentation*
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Photogrammetry / methods*
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Software
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Surface Properties
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Surgery, Computer-Assisted
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Surgery, Oral / instrumentation*
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Surgery, Oral / methods
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods
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Video-Assisted Surgery / instrumentation
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Video-Assisted Surgery / methods