Align Technology. has been granted a patent for a method that processes pre-treatment and post-treatment 3D models of dental arches. The method involves mapping dental landmarks and facial features to generate a comprehensive facial model, enabling the visualization of post-treatment changes in teeth and soft tissues. GlobalData’s report on Align Technology gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Align Technology, Digital intra-oral scanning was a key innovation area identified from patents. Align Technology's grant share as of June 2024 was 57%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Facial model generation for dental treatment visualization
The patent US12042350B2 outlines a method and system for generating virtual three-dimensional (3D) facial models that reflect changes in dental arch positions and orientations before and after treatment. The process begins with the reception of pre-treatment and post-treatment virtual 3D models of a person's upper and lower dental arches, which include the positions and orientations of the teeth. The method involves mapping these positions to a facial image that captures both the teeth and soft facial tissues. This mapping allows for the creation of a facial model that can generate post-treatment images based on the pre-treatment data, effectively visualizing the impact of dental treatment on facial aesthetics.
Additionally, the patent describes enhancements to the facial model through the incorporation of 3D images captured during various facial expressions, allowing for a more dynamic representation of how soft tissues respond to these expressions. The system can also process new 3D images to generate updated post-treatment images, ensuring that the facial model remains accurate and relevant. Furthermore, the method includes the capability to handle multiple post-treatment models, enabling the generation of different facial images based on varying dental outcomes. This innovative approach aims to improve the visualization and planning of dental treatments, ultimately enhancing patient understanding and satisfaction.
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