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Gregory P Mueller1, Husain Ali Khan2, James D Frame3
1Private Practice, 436 N Bedford Drive, Suite 212, Beverly Hills, California, USA.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America
|November 28, 2020
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) surface imaging is increasingly used in aesthetic surgery for dynamic facial evaluation. While pioneered in 1944, its clinical adoption is growing despite higher costs.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Medical Imaging
- Aesthetic Medicine
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) surface imaging is gaining traction in global aesthetic surgery practices.
- Early clinical application dates back to 1944, utilizing stereo photogrammetry for facial asymmetry and Pierre Robin syndrome assessments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the growing role and historical context of 3D surface imaging in aesthetic surgery.
- To underscore the benefits of 3D imaging for enhanced facial evaluation.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of 3D surface imaging techniques in clinical settings.
- Discussion of stereo photogrammetry as an early application.
Main Results:
- 3D surface imaging offers a more dynamic approach to facial evaluation compared to traditional methods.
- The technique has historical roots dating back to the mid-20th century.
Conclusions:
- 3D surface imaging is an established and evolving tool in aesthetic surgery.
- Increased adoption is noted, balanced by considerations of associated costs.
