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Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) is increasingly utilized in clinical practice.
This rise in CBCT adoption necessitates advancements in diagnostic and treatment planning methodologies.
Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) serves as the standard for digital computed tomography images.

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To provide a comprehensive overview of key concepts related to CBCT image analysis.
To guide clinicians in leveraging CBCT data for improved diagnosis and treatment planning.
To highlight emerging applications and future directions in 3D craniofacial imaging.

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Discussion of visualization techniques for CBCT images in orthodontics.
Exploration of measurement protocols and quantitative analysis within CBCT data.
Examination of DICOM file utilization for creating 2D radiographs.
Review of segmentation engines, multimodal image integration, and 3D image registration/superimposition.
Analysis of 3D surgical prediction capabilities.

Main Results:

CBCT image visualization and measurement are crucial for orthodontic diagnosis.
Conversion of DICOM files enables creation of 2D radiographs from 3D data.
Segmentation and registration techniques facilitate multimodal image integration and 3D analysis.
Quantitative analysis and 3D surgical prediction offer advanced diagnostic tools.
Continuous improvements in CBCT hardware and software enhance clinical utility.

Conclusions:

Effective utilization of CBCT requires updated diagnostic and treatment planning approaches.
Understanding CBCT image processing, analysis, and applications is essential for clinicians.
Ongoing technological advancements by manufacturers and software companies are improving 3D craniofacial imaging capabilities.