Using a motion-capture system to record dynamic articulation for application in CAD/CAM software.

PURPOSE One of the current limitations of computer software programs for the virtual articulation of the opposing teeth is the static nature of the intercuspal position. Currently, software programs cannot identify eccentric occlusal contacts during masticatory cyclic movements of the mandible. MATERIALS AND METHODS Chewing trajectories with six degrees of freedom (DOF) were recorded and imposed on a computer model of one subject's maxillary and mandibular teeth. The computer model was generated from a set of high-resolution micro-CT images. To obtain natural chewing trajectories with six DOF, an optoelectronic motion-capturing system (VICON MX) was used. For this purpose, a special mandibular motion-tracking appliance was developed for this subject. RESULTS Mandibular movements while chewing elastic and plastic food samples were recorded and reproduced with the computer model. Examples of mandibular movements at intraoral points are presented for elastic and plastic food samples. The potential of such a kinematic computer model to analyze the dynamic nature of an occlusion was demonstrated by investigating the interaction of the second molars and the direction of the biting force during a chewing cycle. CONCLUSIONS The article described a methodology that measured mandibular movements during mastication for one subject. This produced kinematic input to 3D computer modeling for the production of a virtual dynamic articulation that is suitable for incorporation into dental CAD/CAM software.

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