Quantitative analysis of 3-dimensional facial soft tissue photographic images: technical methods and clinical application

Conclusions The results of this investigation suggest that it is possible to average multiple facial images of highly variable topology. The immediate application of this research will be rapid and detailed diagnostic imaging analysis for orthodontic and surgical treatment planning. There is great potential for application to anthropometrics and genomics. This investigation resulted in establishment of a protocol for mapping the surface of the human face in three dimensions. (Source: Progress in Orthodontics)
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