A novel image processing technique for three-dimensional volumetric analysis of severely resorbed alveolar sockets with cone beam computed tomography.

CONCLUSIONS: The currently proposed automated segmentation protocol for the three-dimensional rendering of alveolar sockets showed more accurate results, excellent inter observer similarity and increased user friendliness. The clinical application of this method enables a three-dimensional evaluation of extraction socket healing after the reconstructive procedures and during the follow-up visits. PMID: 28181789 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Minerva Stomatologica - Category: Dentistry Tags: Minerva Stomatol Source Type: research