Cephalometric analysis
Cephalometric analysis is the study of the dental and skeletal relationships in the head.[1] It is frequently used by dentists, often orthodontists in particular, as a treatment planning tool.[2]
Two of the more popular methods of analysis used in orthodontology are the Steiner analysis, named after Cecil C. Steiner, and the McNamara analysis, named after James A. McNamara.[3] There are other methods as well, including the Ricketts analysis.[4]
Cephalometric radiographs
Cephalometric analysis depends on cephalometric radiography to study relationships between bony and soft tissue landmarks and can be used to diagnose facial growth abnormalities prior to treatment, in the middle of treatment to evaluate progress or at the conclusion of treatment to ascertain that the goals of treatment have been met.[5]
References
- ↑ Centre for Cancer Education, March 5 2000
- ↑ Cephalometric analysis as a tool for treatment planning and evaluation, European Journal of Orthodontics 1981 3(4):241-245
- ↑ A comparative evaluation of Steiner's and McNamara's methods for determining the position of the bone bases, Minerva Stomatol. 1991 Jun;40(6):381-5
- ↑ Evaluating Ricketts' Cephalometric Analysis as Diagnostic Aid in Black Females, Center For the Study of Human Growth and Development April 5 2008
- ↑ Predoctoral Orthodontic Laboratory Manual 2008, Department of Undegraduate Orthodontics, New Jersey Dental School