Abstract
ABSTRACT
Objective: To find the most accurate measurements for the nasolabial dimensions prediction utilizing the three dimensional technology.
Design: Cross-sectional study.
Setting: School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Participants: This study was conducted on 101 volunteers (16-30 years). The participants had harmonious balanced face, competent lips and no craniofacial abnormalities. Data were captured using stereophotogra- mmetry system which consists of Sony digital cameras, synchronize switch and a calibration control frame.
Main outcome measures: Eighteen facial, seven nasal and 11 labial dimensions were measured and analyzed. The stepwise multiple regression analysis was applied and the level of significance was established at p
