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ReviewBioengineering (Basel, Switzerland)2025

3D Photogrammetry-Driven Craniofacial Analysis in Orthodontics: A Scoping Review of Recent Applications.

Pui Ki Hung, Junqi Liu, Zhiyi Shan

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Review in Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Pui Ki HungDivision of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Junqi LiuDivision of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Zhiyi ShanDivision of Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID 0000-0003-1774-6186

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

(1) Background: The increasing utilization of three-dimensional (3D) photogrammetry has elevated craniofacial analysis to new dimensions. This scoping review seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the current applications of 3D photogrammetry-supported craniofacial analysis within orthodontic practice, assess its technical superiority, and explore potential areas for enhancement. (2) Methods: A comprehensive search of the literature was carried across three electronic databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Embase). Two independent reviewers screened the articles and extracted data in accordance with the PRISMA-ScR guideline. The primary findings from the included articles were synthesized and analyzed qualitatively. (3) Results: A total of 479 records were obtained initially, with 53 articles ultimately included after removing duplicates and applying eligibility criteria. The application of 3D photogrammetry in craniofacial analysis has become prevalent in orthodontic practice, encompassing normative facial anthropometry, orthodontic problem finding, orthodontic treatment optimization, and treatment outcome evaluation. (4) Conclusion: 3D photogrammetry offers orthodontists a precise and efficient imaging technique for craniofacial analysis.

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3D photogrammetryanthropometrycraniofacial analysisfacial scanningorthodontics

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PMID41301217
PMCPMC12650070

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