OrthoAI - System for AI-supported analysis and planning of orthodontic treatments

Abstract

System for automated orthodontic analysis, comprising: - an image processing unit for analyzing intraoral and extraoral 2D photos, - an X-ray analysis unit for automated evaluation of OPG and FRS X-ray images, - a 3D reconstruction unit for generating a virtual model of the upper and lower jaw including bite position, - a classification unit for automatic classification according to KIG, - - a recommendation unit for generating individual therapy plans.

Description

1. Technical description

[0001] The invention relates to the field of digital orthodontics and medical image processing using artificial intelligence (Kl), in particular for the automated analysis of diagnostic data, the creation of virtual treatment models as well as for treatment planning and documentation.

[0002] Existing systems do not offer fully automated evaluation of intraoral / extraoral images and X-ray data for creating a complete 3D model and AI-supported generation of diagnoses and treatment plans. Furthermore, solutions that support health insurance companies in assessing treatment claims are lacking.

[0003] The task is to provide a system that creates a complete virtual 3D model from 2D image data (photos) and X-rays, enabling automated diagnosis, KIG classification, and personalized treatment recommendations based on this data. The solution should also be usable by health insurance companies for the automated pre-screening of treatment plans.

[0004] The system processes image data (photos, x-rays), analyzes the position of the teeth and jaw, creates a virtual 3D model of the upper and lower jaws, including the bite position, classifies the case according to the German Dental Association (KIG), suggests possible treatment options, and documents the progress (initial, interim, and final diagnostics). Processing is performed using trained neural networks. The results can be used by both practitioners and health insurance companies.

Claims

[1] System for automated orthodontic analysis, comprising: - an image processing unit for analyzing intraoral and extraoral 2D photos, - an X-ray analysis unit for automated evaluation of OPG and FRS X-ray images, - a 3D reconstruction unit for generating a virtual model of the upper and lower jaw including bite position, - a classification unit for automatic classification according to KIG, - - a recommendation unit for generating individual therapy plans. [2] System according to claim 1, wherein the data can be processed anonymously and exported for automated assessment by health insurance funds. [3] System according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the course of therapy is documented and an automatic progress assessment is carried out on the basis of interim diagnostics. [4] System according to claims 1 to 3, which produces prognoses on the basis of the final diagnosis and serves as a basis for final evaluation.