A Prototype for the Acquisition and Analysis of the 3D Mandibular Movement
Isa C. T. Santos, João Manuel R. S. Tavares, Joaquim Mendes, Manuel P. F. Paulo · Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT) · 2007
In Dental Medicine is essential to know the mandibular cinematic to simulate the temporomandibular joints, to position teeth moulds in articulators, and to reproduce the mandibular movements in order to insure a satisfactory occlusion. Currently, both commercial and custom made devices are considered expensive and difficult to use in common clinical situations. Considering these disadvantages, it was developed a new system for the acquisition, visualization and analysis of the 3D mandibular movement that is economical, easy to use and sufficiently precise.