Research advances in the application of 3D facial scanning technology in clinical orthodontics
WENG Zhuo-yue
WU Meng-jie
Abstract：Facial aesthetics is an important objective of orthodontic treatment.Three-dimensional facial scanning em-ploys scanning technology to reconstruct a three-dimensional digital model of the soft tissues of the jaw and face,having the advantages of being fast,intuitive,and accurate.This technology allows for the measurement of angles,volumes,and surface areas of the facial surface.Currently,three-dimensional facial scanning technology has been widely applied in clinical orthodontics,encompassing aspects such as digital data collection,data storage,and measurement analysis.It provides significant value in assisting orthodontic diagnosis and treatment,as well as in predicting outcomes.This article reviews the research advances in the classification of three-dimensional facial scanning technology,its application in evaluating facial soft tissues before and after orthodontic treatment,and its application combined with oral imaging tech-nologies and artificial intelligence.The aim is to contribute to the enhancement of digital capabilities in orthodontic clini-cal diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords：three-dimensional facial scanningorthodonticsartificial intelligencedigital measurement
Publication Date：2024-12-28
Online Publishing Date：2025-08-15(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：6( 727-732 )