Abstract
The use of 3D surface imaging technology is becoming increasingly common in craniofacial clinics and research centers. Due to fast capture speeds and ease of use, 3D digital stereophotogrammetry is quickly becoming the preferred facial surface imaging modality. These systems can serve as an unparalleled tool for craniofacial surgeons, proving an objective digital archive of the patient's face without exposure to radiation. Acquiring consistent high-quality 3D facial captures requires planning and knowledge of the limitations of these devices. Currently, there are few resources available to help new users of this technology with the challenges they will inevitably confront. To address this deficit, this report will highlight a number of common issues that can interfere with the 3D capture process and offer practical solutions to optimize image quality.
Highlights
Methods that allow for the objective assessment of facial form are becoming increasingly important for research in dysmorphology, genetics, orthodontics and surgical disciplines among others [1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8]
Non-contact 3D surface imaging systems are rapidly replacing traditional “hands-on” anthropometry as the preferred method for capturing quantitative information about the facial soft-tissues [14,15]. These systems offer a number of distinct advantages: minimal invasiveness, quick capture speeds, and the ability to archive images for subsequent analyses [16,17]
3D surface imaging technology can serve as a powerful tool to capture and quantify craniofacial morphology
Summary
Methods that allow for the objective assessment of facial form are becoming increasingly important for research in dysmorphology, genetics, orthodontics and surgical disciplines among others [1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8]. For example, that some individuals may exhibit inattentiveness, may be overwhelmed by the appearance of the imaging system, may be sensitive to wearing a wig cap, or may be unable to maintain the facial expressions requested for a given clinical or research study These issues are likely to be present to some degree when working with individuals with mental health conditions [52]. It is up to the reader to determine the applicability of the aforementioned techniques to their specific research or clinical question
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