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An evaluation of the J.O.E. cephalometric software
Australian Orthodontic Journal
|October 1, 1994
Summary
JOE is a user-friendly computerised cephalometric program offering a cost-effective introduction to digital cephalometrics for orthodontic diagnostics. While basic, it provides essential features for case analysis.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Computerised cephalometrics aids in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Rocky Mountain Orthodontics developed the JOE software.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the JOE computerised cephalometric programme.
- To assess its utility for diagnostic purposes in orthodontics.
Main Methods:
- The JOE programme was utilized for generating static cephalometric case descriptions.
- Usability and feature set were qualitatively assessed.
Main Results:
- JOE is a simple-to-use software for computerised cephalometrics.
- It provides static cephalometric case descriptions for diagnosis.
- The programme offers a cost-effective entry point to the field.
Conclusions:
- JOE serves as a basic yet effective tool for introductory computerised cephalometrics.
- Its simplicity and affordability make it suitable for educational or basic diagnostic settings.