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Evaluation of anthropometric accuracy and reliability using different three-dimensional scanning systems.

Zacharias Fourie1, Janalt Damstra, Peter O Gerrits

  • 1University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Department of Orthodontics, Hanzeplein 1, 9700 RB Groningen, The Netherlands. z.fourie@dmo.umcg.nl

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Three-dimensional (3D) scanning systems, including laser surface scanning, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), and 3D stereo-photogrammetry, demonstrate high accuracy and reliability for facial measurements. These 3D methods offer significant benefits for assessing facial deformities in research and clinical settings.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Anthropometry
  • Biotechnology

Background:

  • Accurate anthropometric measurements are crucial for diagnosing and treating facial deformities.
  • Traditional manual measurements can be time-consuming and prone to error.
  • Advancements in 3D scanning technology offer potential for improved accuracy and efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the accuracy and reliability of three-dimensional (3D) scanning systems for linear facial measurements.
  • To compare 3D scanning measurements with direct physical anthropometric measurements.
  • To assess the suitability of 3D scanning for clinical and research applications in facial deformity assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Seven cadaver heads were used to obtain 21 standardized linear facial measurements from 15 landmarks.

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  • Measurements were taken directly using digital calipers and indirectly from 3D soft tissue models generated by laser surface scanning, CBCT, and 3D stereo-photogrammetry.
  • Reliability was assessed using intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs), and accuracy was determined by absolute error (AE) and absolute percentage error (APE).

    • Main Results:

    • All three 3D scanning systems exhibited high reliability (ICC > 0.923) when compared to physical measurements (ICC; 0.964-0.999).
    • Most measurements showed minimal mean absolute error (AE), with only one CBCT and one Di3D measurement exceeding 1.5mm.
    • The 3D scanning systems proved to be sufficiently accurate and reliable for both research and clinical use.

    Conclusions:

    • 3D scanning systems provide accurate and reliable anthropometric linear facial measurements.
    • These technologies offer significant advantages over traditional direct measurement methods for assessing facial deformities.
    • The evaluated 3D scanning systems are suitable for research and clinical applications in craniofacial analysis.