Dental Journal of Iwate Medical University
Online ISSN : 2424-1822
Print ISSN : 0385-1311
ISSN-L : 0385-1311
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Morphological study of facial form using Moiré topography Part 1.
Guide for edentulous patient’s treatment
Keiji KumagaiYuji MinamidateKazuhiko MatsukiHisato YaegashiSonosuke IwabuchiHisatoshi Tanaka
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1982 Volume 7 Issue 3 Pages 210-218

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Abstract

The anatomic structure that collectively form the face normally developed concurrently and are interdependent during function throughout life. In this homostatic complex, disruptive events such as removal of the natural teeth affect the form and function of remaining living Parts.

The proper position of artificial teeth allow edentulous patients to preserve their facial identity as it existed when the natural teeth were present. Therefore, creating facial and function harmony with artificial teeth becomes a biologic challenge of utmost significance for the prosthodontists. Moiré topographic study has been made to analize to aid for edentulous patient’s facial esthetics.

From the results, following conclusion can be made;

1. Facial contour can be classified as three types.

2. Zygomatic contour as a guide for restoration of the facial esthetics for the edentulous patient’s can be applied.

3. Correlation between upper lip contours and dental arch form are existed.

4. Female facial contours are more likely rounded than male.

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1982 The Dental Society of Iwate Medical University
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