Facial surface morphology predicts variation in internal skeletal shape

Conclusions Surface morphology is a reliable source of proxy data for the characterization of skeletal shape variation and thus is particularly valuable in research designs where reducing potential long-term risks associated with radiologic imaging methods is warranted. We propose that longitudinal surface morphology from early childhood through late adolescence can be a valuable source of data that will facilitate the development of personalized craniodental and treatment plans and reduce exposure levels to as low as reasonably achievable. (Source: American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics)
MedWorm: Dentistry