Table 2 Comparison between 3D esthetic analysis workflow and 2D esthetic analysis of tooth-related esthetic parameters
From: Establishment of a 3D esthetic analysis workflow on 3D virtual patient and preliminary evaluation
Items | Difference between 3D esthetic analysis workflow and direct measurement (mean ± SD, mm) | Difference between 2D esthetic analysis and direct measurement (mean ± SD, mm) | P-value* | n |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Length of upper incisor | 0.00 ± 0.28 | 0.26 ± 0.29 | <0.001 | 30 |
Width of upper anterior tooth | 0.09 ± 0.31 | −0.10 ± 0.29 | <0.001 | 90 |
Overbite | 0.01 ± 0.02 | 0.14 ± 0.33 | 0.039 | 30 |
Overjet | 0.01 ± 0.02 | 0.21 ± 0.45 | 0.031 | 30 |