title: Computer-assisted orthognathic treatment planning.
abstract: Computers are being integrated into all aspects of the dental office. This article uses a patient study to demonstrate the capabilities of new software systems to aid the orthodontist and surgeon in orthognathic treatment planning.
authors.affiliation: University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, California, USA.
authors.forename: M A
authors.initials: MA
authors.lastname: Conover
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Wishan
mesh_terms: D002508:Cephalometry / Q000379:methods; D002648:Child; D003936:Diagnosis, Computer-Assisted; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; D008297:Male; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D008312:Malocclusion, Angle Class II / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D008445:Maxillofacial Development; D008844:Micrognathism / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000379:methods*; D056948:Orthognathic Surgical Procedures; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D012984:Software; D013813:Therapy, Computer-Assisted