Applied Bionics and Biomechanics (Jan 2007)

3D Image Modelling and Specific Treatments in Orthodontics Domain

  • Dionysis Goularas,
  • Khalifa Djemal,
  • Yannis Mannoussakis

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/11762320701754753
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 4, no. 3
pp. 111 – 124

Abstract

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In this article, we present a 3D specific dental plaster treatment system for orthodontics. From computer tomography scanner images, we propose first a 3D image modelling and reconstruction method of the Mandible and Maxillary based on an adaptive triangulation allowing management of contours meant for the complex topologies. Secondly, we present two specific treatment methods directly achieved on obtained 3D model allowing the automatic correction for the setting in occlusion of the Mandible and the Maxillary, and the teeth segmentation allowing more specific dental examinations. Finally, these specific treatments are presented via a client/server application with the aim of allowing a telediagnosis and treatment.