Evaluation of mandibular volume using cone-beam computed tomography and correlation with cephalometric values.

Conclusion: We conclude that proper understanding of the three-dimensional maxillofacial morphology requires not only cephalometric radiographic tracings but also high-resolution analysis of the mandibular area, width, and volume.
PMID: 23985034 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: The Angle Orthodontist - August 28, 2013 Category: Dentistry Authors: Katayama K, Yamaguchi T, Sugiura M, Haga S, Maki K Tags: Angle Orthod Source Type: research