Journal of Oral Science
Online ISSN : 1880-4926
Print ISSN : 1343-4934
ISSN-L : 1343-4934
Short Communication
Identification of malocclusion risk factors after closed treatment of condylar fractures using a novel three-dimensional computed tomography approach
Tatsuro KobayashiShigehiro AbeNaoko YokomizoHisataka KitanoTakashi OnoToshiaki TakedaYutaka Kobayashi
Author information
JOURNAL FREE ACCESS

2021 Volume 63 Issue 3 Pages 283-285

Details
Abstract

Abstract: The condyle is the most common site of mandibular fracture. In the present study, an attempt was made to utilize three-dimensional computed tomography (3D-CT) images to evaluate mandibular condyle fractures and identify prognostic indicators of malocclusion after closed treatment. Accurate morphometric measurements were performed using 3D-CT images obtained before trauma, after trauma, and after healing. Morphometry revealed significant differences in loss of ramus height (LRH) and lateral movement length in patients with malocclusion, and significant LRH differences in patients with other maxillomandibular fractures after healing, or in those with dislocation-displacement. The present method of 3D-CT image analysis appears useful for evaluation of condylar fractures.

Content from these authors
© 2021 by Nihon University School of Dentistry
Previous article Next article
feedback
Top