Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Comparing digital serial cephalogram images for growth or treatment changes.

Loring L Ross1, Michael R Munn

  • 1loring@rossortho.net

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics : Official Publication of the American Association of Orthodontists, Its Constituent Societies, and the American Board of Orthodontics
|August 17, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Superimposing serial radiographs digitally is an easy method for assessing growth and treatment progress. Digital imaging software allows for computer screen comparison of radiographs, enhancing visualization of changes over time.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

A simple solution for protecting palatal temporary anchorage devices.

Journal of clinical orthodontics : JCOยท2013
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Orthodontics

Background:

  • Assessing growth and treatment progress often relies on serial radiographic examinations.
  • Traditional methods involve manual superimposition of physical films, which can be cumbersome.
  • Digital imaging offers potential improvements in radiographic analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe and evaluate the use of digital imaging software for superimposing serial radiographs.
  • To demonstrate how this technique can aid in assessing growth changes and treatment progress.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing digital imaging software with layering and variable-opacity features.
  • Superimposing digital radiographic images on a computer screen.
  • Comparing superimposed images to identify specific changes.

Related Experiment Videos

Main Results:

  • Digital superimposition provides an accessible and efficient method for radiographic comparison.
  • The software features facilitate clear visualization of subtle growth or treatment-related alterations.
  • This technique aids in identifying patterns and monitoring progress effectively.

Conclusions:

  • Digital superimposition of serial radiographs is a practical and valuable tool.
  • It simplifies the assessment of growth and treatment progress compared to conventional methods.
  • This digital approach enhances the diagnostic capabilities in fields utilizing serial radiography.