Applications Of A Lateral Cephalogram

Write briefly on uses of cephalogram.

Answer. Following are the uses of cephalogram:

Its main use is in the formulation of orthodontic diagnosis by providing the dental, skeletal and soft tissue relationship in craniofacial region.
It is very useful in predicting the growth of an individual.
It also formulates the treatment planning, and the response of treatment can be assessed before its beginning.
Cephalograms helps to assess the functional analysis.
Growth of skeleton of face is assessed by the cephalograms.
Cephalogram is useful in estimating the facial type.
Cephalogram is useful in growth prediction.
Functional analysis can be carried out by cephalogram.
Cephalogram predict the growth related changes and changes which are associated with surgical treatment.
Cephalograms are very useful in planning out the procedures in surgical orthodontics such as skeletal repositioning.
Cephalogram is a valuable aid in research work which involves craniofacial region.
Cephalograms are tangible records which are permanent unlike other diagnostic measurements.
Cephalograms are non-destructive and non-invasive and gives proper information at relatively low cost.
Cephalograms are very easy to store, transport and reproduce.

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