Computer Science in the Orthodontic Treatment of Adult Patients

摘要

Orthodontic treatment of adult patients is done in interdisciplinary teams that have to manage a vast quantity of data. Computer science gives a big help in almost every aspect of the orthodontic practice, research and education. Some of the most important applications of computers in this orthodontic field like digital photographs, virtual study models, cone beam computed tomography, communication, virtual reality, software for prediction and treatment planning, video imaging, manufacture of orthodontic appliance, web-based digital orthodontic records and proper backup protocols will be presented.