Evaluation of an improved orthognathic articulator system: 1. Accuracy of cast orientation

Paul, P.E., Barbenel, J.C., Walker, F.S., Khambay, B.S., Moos, K.F. and Ayoub, A.F. (2012) Evaluation of an improved orthognathic articulator system: 1. Accuracy of cast orientation. International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 41(2), pp. 150-154. (doi: 10.1016/j.ijom.2011.09.019)

Abstract

A systematic study was carried out using plastic model skulls to quantify the accuracy of the transfer of face bow registration to the articulator. A standard Dentatus semi-adjustable articulator system was compared to a purpose built orthognathic articulator system by measuring the maxillary occlusal plane angles of plastic model skulls and of dental casts mounted on the two different types of articulators. There was a statistically significant difference between the two systems; the orthognathic system showed small random errors, but the standard system showed systematic errors of up to 28 degrees

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Ayoub, Professor Ashraf and Walker, Mr Fraser and Khambay, Dr Balvinder
• Authors: Paul, P.E., Barbenel, J.C., Walker, F.S., Khambay, B.S., Moos, K.F., and Ayoub, A.F.
• College/School: College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School
• Journal Name: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• ISSN: 0901-5027