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View article: Fully Automated AI-Based Digital Workflow for Mirroring of Healthy and Defective Craniofacial Models
Fully Automated AI-Based Digital Workflow for Mirroring of Healthy and Defective Craniofacial Models Open
The accurate reconstruction of craniofacial defects requires the precise segmentation and mirroring of healthy anatomy. Conventional workflows rely on manual interaction, making them time-consuming and subject to operator variability. This…
View article: Redefining MRI-Based Skull Segmentation Through AI-Driven Multimodal Integration
Redefining MRI-Based Skull Segmentation Through AI-Driven Multimodal Integration Open
Skull segmentation in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is essential for cranio-maxillofacial (CMF) surgery planning, yet manual approaches are time-consuming and error-prone. Computed tomography (CT) provides superior bone contrast but exp…
View article: Beyond benchmarks: Towards robust artificial intelligence bone segmentation in socio-technical systems
Beyond benchmarks: Towards robust artificial intelligence bone segmentation in socio-technical systems Open
View article: Comparative Evaluation of SLA and DLP 3D Printing in Dental Implant Guides: Impact on Fabrication Accuracy, Speed, and Resin Usage
Comparative Evaluation of SLA and DLP 3D Printing in Dental Implant Guides: Impact on Fabrication Accuracy, Speed, and Resin Usage Open
Background: Three-dimensional (3D) printing technologies such as Stereolithography (SLA) and Digital Light Processing (DLP) are widely used in dental implantology for the fabrication of surgical guides. While both methods offer clinical vi…
View article: Postoperative assessment of forehead contouring in facial feminization surgery
Postoperative assessment of forehead contouring in facial feminization surgery Open
Facial feminization surgery (FFS) is essential for transgender women seeking alignment between facial appearance and gender identity. Frontal bone and sinus reshaping is a key component of FFS to achieve a more traditionally feminine conto…
View article: Development of Palatal Growth Charts for Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Before Primary Single-Stage Repair
Development of Palatal Growth Charts for Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Before Primary Single-Stage Repair Open
Objective: We study changes in palatal morphology under presurgical passive plate therapy (PSPPT) in patients with unilateral cleft lip and palate (UCLP) from birth to single-stage cleft lip and palate repair. The primary aim was to model …
View article: Innovations in gender affirmation: AI-enhanced surgical guides for mandibular facial feminization surgery
Innovations in gender affirmation: AI-enhanced surgical guides for mandibular facial feminization surgery Open
Objectives This study presents a fully automated digital workflow using artificial intelligence (AI) to create patient-specific cutting guides for mandible-angle osteotomies in facial feminization surgery (FFS). The goal is to achieve pred…
View article: Artificial intelligence in dentistry: insights and expectations from Swiss dental professionals
Artificial intelligence in dentistry: insights and expectations from Swiss dental professionals Open
The findings provide insight into AI's role in Swiss dentistry, highlighting areas for future research. Greater emphasis on digital medicine and AI in dental education is encouraged to advance the field and enhance oral health-related qual…
View article: Beyond Benchmarks: Towards Robust Artificial Intelligence Bone Segmentation in Socio-Technical Systems
Beyond Benchmarks: Towards Robust Artificial Intelligence Bone Segmentation in Socio-Technical Systems Open
Despite the advances in automated medical image segmentation, AI models still underperform in various clinical settings, challenging real-world integration. In this multicenter evaluation, we analyzed 20 state-of-the-art mandibular segment…
View article: A 3D Printed Hydroxyapatite Implant for Temporal Hollowing Reconstruction: A Patient-Specific Approach
A 3D Printed Hydroxyapatite Implant for Temporal Hollowing Reconstruction: A Patient-Specific Approach Open
Temporal hollowing, which is a depression in the temple region, often results from trauma, surgical interventions, or neurological conditions. This condition is frequently observed after the resection of encephaloceles, where it can cause …
View article: Evaluation of angulation and distance deviation for robot-guided laser osteotomy – a follow-up study on digital high-tech procedures
Evaluation of angulation and distance deviation for robot-guided laser osteotomy – a follow-up study on digital high-tech procedures Open
Background and objective Conventional osteotomy tools, including drills and saws, have been associated with several limitations, such as restricted cutting geometry and the risk of heat-induced necrosis, which affects bone healing. Laser-b…
View article: Fronto-orbital advancement with patient-specific 3D-printed implants and robot-guided laser osteotomy: an in vitro accuracy assessment
Fronto-orbital advancement with patient-specific 3D-printed implants and robot-guided laser osteotomy: an in vitro accuracy assessment Open
View article: Comparative Accuracy of Stationary and Smartphone-Based Photogrammetry in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: A Clinical Study
Comparative Accuracy of Stationary and Smartphone-Based Photogrammetry in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: A Clinical Study Open
Background: Three-dimensional facial scan technologies, such as stereophotogrammetry, are frequently used in oral and maxillofacial surgery, dentistry, and plastic surgery to assess patient outcomes and plan surgical procedures. Most facia…
View article: Dimensional Accuracy in 3D Printed Medical Models: A Follow-Up Study on SLA and SLS Technology
Dimensional Accuracy in 3D Printed Medical Models: A Follow-Up Study on SLA and SLS Technology Open
Background: With the rise of new 3D printers, assessing accuracy is crucial for obtaining the best results in patient care. Previous studies have shown that the highest accuracy is achieved with SLS printing technology; however, SLA printi…
View article: In Silico Decoding of Parkinson’s: Speech & Writing Analysis
In Silico Decoding of Parkinson’s: Speech & Writing Analysis Open
Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) has transitioned from a rare condition in 1817 to the fastest-growing neurological disorder globally. The significant increase in cases from 2.5 million in 1990 to 6.1 million in 2016, coupled with pred…
View article: Case report: One-stage craniectomy and cranioplasty digital workflow for three-dimensional printed polyetheretherketone implant for an extensive skull multilobular osteochondosarcoma in a dog
Case report: One-stage craniectomy and cranioplasty digital workflow for three-dimensional printed polyetheretherketone implant for an extensive skull multilobular osteochondosarcoma in a dog Open
Objective To report a digital workflow for use and long-term outcome of cranioplasty with a 3D-printed patient-specific Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implant in a 12-y-old German Shepherd dog after surgical removal of an extensive occipital …
View article: Evaluation of the Dimensional Accuracy of Robot-Guided Laser Osteotomy in Reconstruction with Patient-Specific Implants—An Accuracy Study of Digital High-Tech Procedures
Evaluation of the Dimensional Accuracy of Robot-Guided Laser Osteotomy in Reconstruction with Patient-Specific Implants—An Accuracy Study of Digital High-Tech Procedures Open
Background/Objective: With the rapid advancement in surgical technologies, new workflows for mandibular reconstruction are constantly being evaluated. Cutting guides are extensively employed for defining osteotomy planes but are prone to e…
View article: Patient-specific implants made of 3D printed bioresorbable polymers at the point-of-care: material, technology, and scope of surgical application
Patient-specific implants made of 3D printed bioresorbable polymers at the point-of-care: material, technology, and scope of surgical application Open
Background Bioresorbable patient-specific additive-manufactured bone grafts, meshes, and plates are emerging as a promising alternative that can overcome the challenges associated with conventional off-the-shelf implants. The fabrication o…
View article: Comparison of Artificial Intelligence-Based Applications for Mandible Segmentation: From Established Platforms to In-House-Developed Software
Comparison of Artificial Intelligence-Based Applications for Mandible Segmentation: From Established Platforms to In-House-Developed Software Open
Medical image segmentation, whether semi-automatically or manually, is labor-intensive, subjective, and needs specialized personnel. The fully automated segmentation process recently gained importance due to its better design and understan…
View article: CNN-Based Identification of Parkinson’s Disease from Continuous Speech in Noisy Environments
CNN-Based Identification of Parkinson’s Disease from Continuous Speech in Noisy Environments Open
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by dopaminergic neuron degeneration. Parkinsonian speech impairment is one of the earliest presentations of the disease and, along with tremor, is suitable for pre-diag…
View article: Bite force and its relation to jaw shape in domestic dogs
Bite force and its relation to jaw shape in domestic dogs Open
Previous studies based on two-dimensional methods have suggested that the great morphological variability of cranial shape in domestic dogs has impacted bite performance. Here we use a three-dimensional biomechanical model based on dissect…