Evaluating the feasibility of using augmented reality for tooth preparation.
J Dent
; 148: 105217, 2024 Jun 28.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
Tooth preparation is complicated because it requires the preparation of an abutment while simultaneously predicting the ideal shape of the tooth. This study aimed to develop and evaluate a system using augmented reality (AR) head-mounted displays (HMDs) that provide dynamic navigation capabilities for tooth preparation.METHODS:
The proposed system utilizes optical see-through HMDs to overlay digital information onto the real world and enrich the user's environment. By integrating tracking algorithms and three-dimensional modeling, the system provides real-time visualization and navigation capabilities during tooth preparation by using two different visualization techniques. The experimental setup involved a comprehensive analysis of the distance to the surface and cross-sectional angles between the ideal and prepared teeth using three scenarios traditional (without AR), overlay (AR-assisted visualization of the ideal prepared tooth), and cross-sectional (AR-assisted visualization with cross-sectional views and angular displays).RESULTS:
A user study (N = 24) revealed that the cross-sectional approach was more effective for angle adjustment and reduced the occurrence of over-reduction. Additional questionnaires revealed that the AR-assisted approaches were perceived as less difficult, with the cross-sectional approach excelling in terms of performance.CONCLUSIONS:
Visualization and navigation using cross-sectional approaches have the potential to support safer tooth preparation with less overreduction than traditional and overlay approaches do. The angular displays provided by the cross-sectional approach are considered helpful for tooth preparation. CLINICALSIGNIFICANCE:
The AR navigation system can assist dentists during tooth preparation and has the potential to enhance the accuracy and safety of prosthodontic treatment.
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