KR101894036B1 - method for processing information of supporting orthodontic and system thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

To improve the accuracy and economic feasibility of orthodontic treatment, provided is an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment. The method includes: a first step of authenticating a client terminal connected to a manufacturer server through an authentication database preset according to medical registration information, and activating an orthodontic information input module of the manufacturer server; a second step of inputting order management information including delivery destination information and contact information through the client terminal and also inputting orthodontic detail information and basic classification information of an orthodontic treatment patient, and setting the order management information, the basic classification information, and the orthodontic detail information as an order list to store the information in an order database; a third step of activating a planning module of the manufacturer server to set orthodontic guide information in accordance with the basic classification information and the orthodontic detail information of the order list extracted from the order database; a fourth step of activating a planning approval module of the manufacturer server through the client terminal to input approval information and modification information in regard to the set orthodontic guide information; and a fifth step of activating a template manufacturing module of the manufacturer server, and setting and outputting template design information for setting an orthodontic treatment template based on the orthodontic guide information with the inputted approval information, and setting and outputting template delivery information for delivering the orthodontic treatment template based on a delivery address of the order management information.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a method and system for supporting orthodontic treatment,

The present invention relates to an information processing method and system for supporting orthodontic treatment, and more particularly, to an information processing method and system for supporting orthodontic treatment which improves the accuracy and economy of orthodontic treatment.

In general, malocclusion refers to an inaccurate occlusal relationship in which the teeth are not arranged in an array, or the engagement state of the upper and lower malleus is out of the normal position and is a functional and aesthetic problem.

On the other hand, when malocclusion occurs, there is a high possibility of causing damage to teeth, jaw joints, gum disease, etc., so orthodontic treatment for treating the malocclusion is performed.

In detail, the orthodontic treatment utilizes the property that the teeth move when receiving an external force, such as a device for suppressing or enhancing the development of the jawbone, and a device for gradually moving the tooth to a desired position.

In particular, fixed treatment methods that attach a device called a template composed of a bracket and a wire to a tooth are now widely used. That is, if a plurality of brackets are fixed along the to-be-corrected teeth and then the respective brackets are connected by a wire such as an orthodontic wire or an elastic band, the position and posture of the tooth to be aligned are gradually changed in accordance with the fixing position and tension of the wire Orthodontic treatment is performed.

Such orthodontic treatment has various variations in the treatment method such as the shape of the bracket, the tension and the length of the wire, and the tooth removal / expansion required depending on the oral condition and the tooth shape of the subject who has occlusion.

Therefore, it takes a long time to select a desired calibration array, prepare a template therefor, and the accuracy of the template is deteriorated due to inaccurate information transmission between the practitioner performing the practical treatment process and the manufacturer of the template there was.

As a result, the teeth are not accurately calibrated to the desired arrangement, thereby reducing the satisfaction of the patient and there is a problem that the period of orthodontic treatment and cost are increased as an additional correction work for correcting this.

Korean Registered Utility Model No. 20-0269058

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a method and system for information processing for supporting orthodontic treatment which improves the accuracy and economy of orthodontic treatment.

A first step in which a client terminal connected to a manufacturer server is authenticated through an authentication database set according to medical registration information and a calibration information input module of the manufacturer server is activated; Wherein the order management information including the shipping address and the contact information is input through the client terminal, the basic classification information and the correction detail information of the orthodontic treatment subject are inputted, and the order management information, the basic classification information, Information is set as an order list and stored in an order database; A third step of activating a planning module of the manufacturer server to set calibration guide information according to basic classification information and calibration details of an order list extracted from the order database; A fourth step of activating a planning approval module of the manufacturer server through the client terminal and inputting approval information and modification information of the set calibration guide information; And template designing information for setting the template for orthodontic treatment is set and output based on the calibration guide information to which the approval information is inputted, and the destination address of the order management information is set And a fifth step of setting and outputting template delivery information for delivery of the template for orthodontic treatment based on the first orthodontic treatment and the second orthodontic treatment, And a plurality of teeth images corresponding to the molars are arranged and arranged in the lateral direction and the longitudinal direction according to the reference value, and a preserved tooth selection window is output for each tooth image, The target tooth information to be preserved is set, and the correction target state of the orthodontic treatment target person is selected, A space maintaining selection window is displayed for each gap between the tooth images in the thermal image, the holding target gap information is set in accordance with the selection input of the space maintaining selection window, and the storage target tooth information and the holding target gap information are stored in the calibration detailed information The method comprising the steps of: (a) inputting an image of a subject to be examined;

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a medical terminal, comprising: a client terminal authenticated based on a predetermined authentication database according to medical registration information; The order management information input through the client terminal, the basic classification information of the orthodontic treatment target person, and the correction detail information are set as an order list and stored as an order database, and a plurality of tooth image images are arranged at predetermined intervals A storage-tooth selection window for each tooth image is displayed on the tooth list image, storage target tooth information is set in accordance with a selection input of the storage tooth selection window, and a space maintenance selection window for each space between the tooth- A maker server for outputting and setting maintenance target vacancy information according to a selection input of the space maintenance selection window and storing the maintenance target vacancy information as the calibration details information; And an administrator terminal for inputting confirmation information and error information on the order list, wherein the manufacturer server extracts an order list in which the confirmation information is input from the order database to set a current tooth array image, Extracting correction tooth information corresponding to the current tooth array image from a digital library including reference tooth array information of the tooth array image, A planning module configured to perform filtering and virtual cutting of the overlapped portions between the moved tooth images according to the storage target tooth information to set a target tooth array image; Planning approval to enter information and correction information And a template manufacturing module for setting template design information for setting the template for orthodontic treatment based on the target tooth array image to which the approval information is inputted, A plurality of teeth images corresponding to respective incisors, canines, premolars, and molars are selected and arranged in a lateral direction and a longitudinal direction according to a reference value formula, and a preserved tooth selection window is displayed for each tooth image in the tooth list image , A preservation target tooth information is set in accordance with a selection input of the preserved tooth selection window, and a space maintenance selection window is displayed for each cavity between the tooth images so that the correction target state of the orthodontic treatment target person is selected, The maintenance target vacancy information is set according to the selection input of the maintenance selection window, Provides a dental target information and an information processing system for orthodontic treatment support characterized in that the said maintenance target gap information input to the calibration details.

Through the above solution, the present invention provides the following effects.

First, the client terminal side diagnostic information obtained for the orthodontic treatment target can be accurately transmitted to the manufacturer server by inputting the essential items required for the establishment of the orthodontic treatment plan and the manufacture of the template for orthodontic treatment, The accuracy of the orthodontic support process can be improved.

Second, the detailed treatment directions and intentions such as the preserved teeth and the maintenance voids are precisely classified by the teeth or the voids between the teeth through the teeth array image guiding the typical shape and position of the teeth and the gap between the teeth, And the accuracy of information transmission between the manufacturer server can be further improved.

Third, the overlapping portion between the tooth image of the current oral condition of the subject of orthodontic treatment and the virtual moving tooth image of the virtual moving according to the holding gap is filtered and virtual cut according to the preserved tooth and is set as a three- The diagnostic accuracy of the orthodontic treatment plan according to the inputted diagnosis information and the treatment direction is improved, but the visual analysis through the three-dimensional image can improve the convenience and precision of review for approval of the subsequent supporting process step.

Fourth, the information about the preserved teeth and the retained voids is displayed in text in the simplified dental arch image, and the three-dimensional image of the current oral condition and the predicted state of the orthodontic treatment subject is displayed at a representative angle corresponding to the dental arch image The diagnosis information and the treatment direction and the orthodontic treatment plan accordingly can be recognized at a glance, so that convenience and accuracy of examination for approval of the follow-up support step can be further improved.

1 is a flowchart illustrating an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.
2 is a block diagram illustrating an information processing system for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an input process of order management information and basic classification information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG.
FIGS. 4A, 4B, and 4C are views illustrating an input process of calibration details in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. FIG.
FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an order summary list in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.
6A and 6B are diagrams illustrating a procedure of setting calibration guide information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 7 is an exemplary view showing a process step guidance image in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.
FIG. 8A, FIG. 8B and FIG. 8C are diagrams illustrating an approval process of calibration guide information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.

Hereinafter, an information processing method and system for supporting orthodontic treatment according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a flowchart illustrating an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an information processing system for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention .

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention includes authentication (s10, s20) of a client terminal, order management information, basic classification information, (S30, s50), setting of calibration guide information (s60), approval of calibration guide information (s70, s80), setting and outputting of template design information / template delivery information (s90) And the like.

Here, the information processing method for supporting the orthodontic treatment includes planning, designing, verifying, and setting the template for orthodontic treatment based on the information processing system 100 for supporting the orthodontic treatment , Shipping, and so on. The information processing system 100 for supporting the orthodontic treatment may include a manufacturer server 30, a client terminal 10, and an administrator terminal 20 connected to each other through a wired / wireless communication network.

The client terminal 10 refers to a PC equipped with a security program accessible only to a dentist, such as a physician or a nurse, which is provided in a dentistry or the like where a substantial orthodontic treatment is performed, And may be connected to the server 30 (s10). It is preferable that the manufacturer server 30 is provided with a predetermined authentication database in accordance with the medical registration information, and the medical registration information means certified name information such as a doctor license.

At this time, the number of client terminals 10 that can be connected to the manufacturer server 30 is not limited to one, and the authentication database may include identification information for a plurality of client terminals.

When the client terminal 10 is connected to a homepage of the manufacturer server 30 or the like, a primary authentication process such as log-in is performed, and identification information such as an IP address and an ID of the client terminal 10, (S20), the authentication is completed, and the calibration information input module 31 can be activated. At this time, if the identification information of the connected client terminal 10 is not registered in the authentication database, an authentication process (s21) for receiving the medical registration information may be performed.

When the normal medical registration information is input, the identification information of the client terminal 10 can be additionally registered in the authentication database (s22) through a predetermined verification procedure (s22) Can be authenticated.

Meanwhile, when the client terminal 10 is authenticated, the calibration information input module 31 of the manufacturer server 30 can be activated (s30). For example, when the client terminal 10 is connected to the homepage of the manufacturer server 30, and the first authentication such as login and the second authentication through the authentication database are completed, the planning of the orthodontic treatment and the orthodontic correction The menu button associated with the ordering of the therapeutic template is switched from inactive to active.

At this time, when the menu button in the active state is clicked, the calibration information input module 31 can be activated, and the calibration information input module 31 can receive order management information through the client terminal 10, And stores it in the order database 33 of the manufacturer server 30. The order list database 33 stores the purchase order list and the order list information.

FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating an input process of order management information and basic classification information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 4A, 4B, FIG. 8 is an exemplary view illustrating an input process of calibration details in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment. FIG.

3 to 4C, when the calibration information input module 31 is activated (s30), an order management information input window for inputting order management information is displayed on the display unit 11 of the client terminal 10 A basic classification information input window 312 for inputting basic classification information of the subject of orthodontic treatment, and a calibration detailed information input window for inputting the calibration detailed information are displayed. At this time, the display unit 11 of the client terminal 10 is provided with an order management information input window, a basic division information input window 312, and a calibration detail information input window in order to arrange them in the vertical direction in consideration of visibility, And an order reception button and an order cancel button may be provided at the lower part of the input window.

The order management information, the basic classification information, and the calibration detail information may be input to the order management information input window, the basic division information input window 312, and the correction detailed information input window through the input device of the client terminal 10 have. At this time, the input order management information, mood classification information, and calibration detail information are set as an order list together with the identification information of the client terminal, and are stored in the order database 33 of the manufacturer server 30.

That is, the order list is preferably understood as a set of data including the identification information, order management information, mood classification information, and calibration detail information.

3, the order management information input window includes a shipping address input window 311a for receiving a shipping address and a contact information input window 311b for inputting contact information, Is set and stored as order management information.

The name, date of birth, gender, etc. of the subject of orthodontic treatment are input to the basic classification information input window 312, and the inputted information can be set as the basic classification information.

4A, the calibration details input window includes a cost processing option window 313, an arch window selection window 314a, an angle selection window 314b, a symptom selection window 314c, a treatment operation selection window 315 ), A calibration target selection window 316, a delivery request date selection window 314d, a CT input window 317, a facial image input window 318, a scan image input window 319, And a plurality of pieces of information inputted through each window may be integrated and set as calibration details.

In detail, when the calibration information input module 31 is activated (s30), the remaining cost is extracted from the cost database including the remaining cost information by the client terminal 10, and the cost processing option window (313) can be output.

At this time, the cost processing option window 313 lists and displays selectable cost processing methods according to balance, receivable, etc., and a selected one of the displayed cost processing methods is set as the cost processing information.

In addition, the treatment subject arch of the subject of orthodontic treatment is selectively input to the arch selection window 314a, the degree of malocclusion of the subject of the orthodontic treatment is selectively input to the angle selection window 314b, The orthodontic clinical symptom of the orthodontic treatment subject is selected and input to the dental prosthesis 314c.

For example, the archetype selection window 314a is provided with a check input window for selecting an amphibious, an upper, and a mandible, so that the information on the arch to be treated can be set and inputted. The angle selection window 314b is provided with a check input window for selecting a class 1 malocclusion, a class 2 malocclusion, a class 3 malocclusion, etc. according to the degree of deviation between the upper and lower dental arches and between the upper and lower molar teeth , The malocclusion angle information can be set and inputted. The symptom selection window 314c may include a check input window for selecting crowding, spacing, cross bite, protrusion, etc. according to the interval between teeth, the angle of a tooth, An information input window, and symptom information can be set and inputted.

Accordingly, the diagnostic information on the client terminal 10 side acquired for the orthodontic treatment target person is input for each essential item required for the orthodontic treatment plan design and the design of the template for orthodontic treatment, and delivered to the manufacturer server 30 accurately And the accuracy of subsequent orthodontic support procedures, such as orthodontic treatment planning and template manufacturing, can be improved.

Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 4B, the treatment option selection window 315 may include a procedure list selection window 315d and a preserved tooth selection window 315c.

That is, the calibration information input module 31 outputs a preserved tooth selection window 315c for each tooth image 315b of the tooth list image 315a, and according to the selection input of the preserved tooth selection window 315c, Tooth information is set and stored as the calibration details.

In detail, the operation list selection window 315d is configured to display and select an overall orthodontic treatment method such as IPR, expansion, and the like in a list format. Through the operation list selection window 315d, Selection information is input.

In the treatment operation selection window 315, a tooth list image 315a is displayed in which a plurality of tooth images 315b are arranged at predetermined intervals according to a reference value formula, The tooth selection window 315c may be output.

Here, the tooth profile image 315b is set according to typical feature characteristics according to tooth types such as incisors, canines, premolars, and molars, and the reference value expression refers to a number assigned to each tooth position to identify the teeth. At this time, the tooth-like array image 315a may be provided by arranging tooth-shaped images 315b corresponding to incisors, canines, premolars, and molars in the lateral direction and longitudinal direction according to the reference value formula.

The preserved tooth selection window 315c is provided with a check input window or the like positioned above or below the respective tooth images 315b and is used to select one or more teeth Can be set as the target tooth information to be stored.

That is, a general treatment method such as IPR and expansion is selected and set as operation selection information, and a specific treatment method for determining a cutting tooth or a preserving tooth is selected for discrimination of each treatment, Information can be input and set.

Since the typical shape and position of the tooth are guided through a simple image through the tooth array image 315a, the cutting and preservation information per tooth required for a specific therapeutic procedure determination can be precisely classified and inputted. Based on this, it is possible to improve the accuracy of the supporting process of orthodontic treatment such as planning of the orthodontic treatment plan and manufacturing of the template, minimizing the delay in orthodontic treatment due to the incorrect orthodontic treatment planning, The treatment period and cost can be reduced.

In addition, the dentist's orthodontic treatment plan on the client terminal 10 side can be accurately transmitted to the subject of the orthodontic treatment without confusion through the tooth-type listed image 315a, and the opinion of the subject of the orthodontic treatment can be transmitted to the orthodontic treatment And can be easily converged in the planning process.

Referring to FIG. 4C, the calibration target selection window 316 may include a target list selection window 316d and a space maintenance selection window 316c. That is, the calibration information input module 31 outputs a space maintaining selection window 316c for each space between the tooth images 316b of the tooth array image 316a, and according to the selection input of the space maintaining selection window 316c Target pore information is set and stored as the calibration details.

At this time, the target list selection window 316d is configured to display and select overall correction targets such as partial space maintenance and all space closures in a list format, and target selection information can be inputted through the target list selection window 316d .

In the calibration target selection window 316, a plurality of tooth images 316b are arranged in a predetermined interval according to a reference value expression, and a tooth list image 316a is displayed. The space maintenance selection window 316c may be output.

For example, the space-maintaining selection window 316c may include a check input window located above or below a gap formed between the respective tooth images 316b, The positions of one or two or more of the interstitial cavities can be set as the retained void information.

That is, a general calibration target such as partial space maintenance and all space closing is selected and set as target selection information, and a specific calibration target for determining a gap to be removed or saved for each calibration target is selected and set as maintenance target gap information .

Since the typical shape and position of the tooth and the gap between the teeth are guided to a simple image through the tooth array image 316a, maintenance and closure information per tooth gap required for a specific calibration target determination can be precisely classified and inputted .

In addition, communication between the dentist and the orthodontic treatment recipient and the process of converging the opinion can be easily performed on the client terminal 10 side.

Accordingly, the intention and direction of the orthodontic treatment on the side of the client terminal 10 can be accurately transmitted to the side of the manufacturer server 30, so that the accuracy, reliability, functional and aesthetic satisfaction of the orthodontic treatment can be improved.

As described above, detailed treatment directions and intentions such as preserved teeth, holding cavities, and the like can be precisely detected by teeth or interstitial cavities through tooth-shaped array images 315a and 316a, which guide a typical shape, position, The information delivery accuracy between the client terminal 10 and the manufacturer server 30 can be improved.

A CT image and an oral scan image of the subject to be orthodontic treatment can be input as the calibration details through the CT input window 317, the facial image input window 318, and the scan image input window 319.

The CT input window 317 displays a CT upload guide image 317a previously set for each of the first matching criteria so that the CT image of the subject of orthodontic treatment is input according to a predetermined first matching criterion.

In detail, the first matching criterion refers to a portion that is a reference for subsequent image matching such as a front panorama of a maxillary and mandibular lower skull, an upper and lower anterior teeth, an upper skull side, and an upper skull front.

Here, the CT input window 317 is provided in a plurality corresponding to the first matching reference, and the CT upload guide image 317a includes a plurality of predetermined images according to a typical shape characteristic of the CT image by the first matching reference Respectively.

One CT upload guide image 317a corresponding thereto is displayed in one CT input window 317. If a CT image corresponding to the selected CT upload guide image 317a is uploaded, The images may be classified by the first matching criterion and input as the calibration detail information.

Since the representative shape features of the CT image according to the first matching reference required for image matching are guided through the CT upload guide image 317a, the CT image corresponding to each first matching reference can be accurately input without confusion.

In addition, the face image input window 318 displays a predetermined face image pickup guide image 318a for each reference reference so that the face image of the subject of the orthodontic treatment is inputted for each preset reference reference.

In detail, the reference standard refers to a part of the standard for diagnosis and planning of orthodontic treatment such as frontal view, 45 degree view, 90 degree view, and smile line.

At this time, the face image input window 318 is provided in a plurality corresponding to the reference reference, and the face image pickup guide image 318a is provided in a predetermined plurality according to representative feature features for the face image per reference reference .

One facial image pickup guide image 318a corresponding to the selected facial image pickup window 318 is displayed in the one facial image input window 318. When the respective facial image pickup guide images 318a are selected, the corresponding facial image can be uploaded The uploaded image may be classified by reference criteria and input as the calibration detail information.

As described above, since the representative feature features of the facial image, which is a standard for the diagnosis and planning of the orthodontic treatment, are guided through the facial image sensing guide image 318a, the facial image corresponding to each reference standard can be accurately captured and inputted.

In the scan image input window 319, a predetermined scanning guide image 319a is displayed for each of the second matching standards so that the oral scan image of the subject of orthodontic treatment is input according to a predetermined second matching standard.

In detail, the second matching criterion refers to a reference portion for subsequent image matching such as an upper occlusal surface, a lower occlusal surface, a right side during occlusion, a front surface during occlusion, a left side during occlusion, The scan image input window 319 may include a plurality of scan image input windows 319 corresponding to a second matching reference, and the scanning guide image 319a may be previously set according to a typical shape characteristic of the original scan image for each second matching reference .

One scanning guide image 319a corresponding thereto is displayed in one scanning image input window 319. When the scanning guide image 319a is selected, the corresponding original scanning image can be uploaded, The uploaded images may be classified by the second matching criterion and input as the calibration detailed information.

Since the representative shape features of the original scan image according to the second matching reference required for image matching are guided through the scanning guide image 319a, the original scan image corresponding to each second matching reference can be accurately input without confusion .

Accordingly, it is possible to accurately input necessary images for ordering and designing of templates for orthodontic treatment such as image matching, templates for orthodontic treatment, and the like, It can provide an underlying technology that can be analyzed.

At this time, the respective CT images, the facial images, and the respective oral scan images input to the CT input window 317, the facial image input window 318, and the respective scan image input windows 319 are set to a predetermined size And is displayed as an input confirmation image, and is displayed alternatively on the respective CT upload guide images, the respective face image sensing guide images, and the respective scanning guide images.

When the client terminal 10 is turned on, the input confirmation images are displayed on the CT input window 317, the facial image input window 318, and the scan image input window 319, And can be enlarged to a set size.

That is, an input confirmation image is displayed on a part of the CT image input window 317, the facial image input window 318, and the respective scan image input windows 319, which are inputted with a CT image, a facial image, and an oral scan image A CT image upload guide image 317a, a face image capture guide image 318a, and a scanning guide image 319a are displayed for the rest of the images in which a CT image, a facial image, and an oral scan image are not input. Accordingly, information input convenience can be improved by easily confirming whether or not the essential images required for the planning of the orthodontic treatment and the order design of the template for orthodontic treatment are easily input.

When the delivery request date information is input through the delivery request date selection window 314d and the input process for the remaining input windows such as the additional request entry window is completed, the order accept button or the order cancel button is selected, The input module 31 may be deactivated.

1 and 2, when the inputting of order management information, basic classification information, and calibration details information through the calibration information input module 31 is completed and the calibration information input module 31 is deactivated, The calibration information confirmation module 32 of the manufacturer server 30 is activated through the administrator terminal 20 connected to the manufacturer server 30 and the confirmation information and the error information for each order list are inputted (s40) .

Here, the administrator terminal 20 refers to a PC connected to the manufacturer server 30 through a closed communication network to which an external party can not connect, or a security program installed only by a major party on the side of the manufacturer server 30.

At this time, if the calibration information input module 31 is deactivated, an instance message indicating that the order management information, the basic classification information, and the calibration detailed information input process through the calibration information input module 31 is completed is transmitted to the administrator terminal 20).

In detail, when the administrator terminal 20 is connected to the homepage of the manufacturer server 30 or the like, the connection to the order database 33 is authenticated through a predetermined authentication procedure, and confirmation of a plan establishment request for orthodontic treatment, The menu button associated with order confirmation of the therapeutic template is activated.

At this time, when the menu button in the active state is clicked, the calibration information confirmation module 32 may be activated, and the calibration information confirmation module 32 may transmit confirmation information and error information for the order list to the administrator terminal 20, Lt; / RTI >

5 is an exemplary view illustrating an order summary list in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

1 to 5, when the calibration information confirmation module 32 is activated, the list classification image 321 and the order summary list 322 are displayed on the display unit of the administrator terminal 20. [

Here, the list classification image 321 classifies and displays the number of order lists inputted from the plurality of client terminals 10 according to predetermined support process steps.

That is, the list classification image 321 indicates whether there are several order lists for each of the supported process steps such as ordering of orthodontic treatment templates, order confirmation, ordering errors, ordering error correction, and correction guide information generation.

The order summary list 322 includes order management information, the basic classification information, the order summary information extracted from the calibration details, and the process rate corresponding to the supporting process step, As the process ratio guide image 322a.

For example, the representative management item may include an order date of each order list, an order reception order, a client terminal name, a name of a dental orthodontic treatment person, and information of a treatment target arch.

At this time, the order summary lists 322 are arranged so that the order summary lists 322 are arranged vertically, and the process rates for each order list can be easily recognized through the process rate guide image 322a of each order summary list 322. Thus, various order lists can be efficiently managed and reviewed, and subsequent support processes can be processed quickly.

At this time, if one of the order summary lists 322 is selected, order management information, basic classification information, and calibration details corresponding to the order list can be output. That is, when the order list is selected, order management information, basic classification information, and calibration details are sequentially arranged in the vertical direction on the display unit of the manager terminal 20.

An order error input window for inputting order error contents, an order confirmation button and an order confirmation error button are provided at the bottom of the calibration detailed information, and the order confirmation error button, the order confirmation button, The control unit 20 may input confirmation information and error information for the order list.

At this time, if the order confirmation button is input, the confirmation information is matched to the order list and stored in the order database 33. If the order confirmation button is input, the error content information and the error information Is matched to the order list and stored in the order database 33.

When the order database 33 is updated, the calibration information confirmation module 32 detects an order list in which the error information is input and an order list in which the confirmation information is input (s50).

At this time, if the order list to which the error information is input is detected, an instance message corresponding to the error content information of the order list to which the error information is input is set and transmitted as the contact information of the order management information (s51).

The client terminal 10 is connected according to the transmitted instance message and the list classification image 321 and the order summary list 322 shown in FIG. 5 are outputted to the display unit of the client terminal 10 have.

The list classification image 321 and the order summary list 322 are preferably generated from the order database 33 so as to correspond to the extracted order list corresponding to the identification information of the connected client terminal 10 .

Then, when the order summary list 322 is selected, the calibration information input module 31 is reactivated to re-input and modify the inputted order management information, basic classification information, and calibration details information .

At this time, if the order management information, the basic classification information, and the calibration detail information are updated and the order database 33 is updated, an instance message indicating that order management information, basic classification information, ).

Then, the client terminal 10 sets the instance message corresponding to the error list information of the order list to which the error information is input, the client terminal 10 transmits the error message, 10, the order management information, the basic classification information, the calibration details, and the transmission of the administrator terminal 20 can be repeated until confirmation information is input.

6A and 6B are diagrams illustrating a procedure of setting calibration guide information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

1, 6A and 6B, when the order list into which the confirmation information is inputted is detected, the planning module 34 of the manufacturer server 30 is activated and the confirmation information The basic classification information of the extracted order list and the calibration guide information corresponding to the calibration detailed information can be set and inputted to the order database 33 at step s60.

Here, the calibration guide information includes a current tooth arrangement image (1) representing the three-dimensional information of the inside of the oral cavity of the orthodontic treatment subject in an orthodontic treatment target state, and an oral cavity image of the orthodontic treatment target And a target tooth array image (2) representing the three-dimensional information of the inside by imaging.

In detail, the planning module 34 extracts the order list in which the confirmation information is input from the order database 33, sets the current tooth array image 1, and stores the image as the calibration guide information.

At this time, a CT image and an oral scan image captured in the oral cavity of the orthodontic treatment subject according to the first matching standard and the second matching standard are input into the order list.

The input CT image and the original scan image are image-matched according to a predetermined image processing algorithm and converted into a three-dimensional image, the current tooth array image 1 is set, the set current tooth array image 1 is set, May be input as the calibration guide information and used in the subsequent orthodontic treatment support process.

In addition, the planning module 34 preferably includes a digital library including a plurality of predetermined reference dental information.

Here, the reference dentition information refers to a standardized dentition profile that can represent individual differences such as age, gender, maxillary and mandibular size, and the digital library is preferably a database including a plurality of reference dentition information.

At this time, the dentition profile may be provided with image information in the form of a curved line like the dental arch, or image information indicating a three-dimensional area corresponding to the tooth arrangement.

When the tooth arrangement of the subject to be orthodontic treatment is extracted from the current tooth array image (1), the reference tooth train information of the digital library is extracted based on the tooth arrangement, and the extracted reference tooth train information is corrected 1d).

At this time, a plurality of tooth images 1a can be extracted by inputting the boundary points corresponding to individual teeth in the current tooth array image 1, and the reference tooth array information is extracted according to the arrangement of each tooth image 1a .

In detail, the boundary point can be set as an automatic input through an image processing algorithm using manual input through image analysis, color difference between teeth and gums, and brightness difference between teeth and teeth. At this time, each tooth image 1a is extracted through a hypothetical connecting line connecting neighboring boundary points, and the current dental arch image 1c is set by connecting the center points 1b of the extracted tooth images 1a .

Then, the set current dental arch image 1c is compared with reference dental information on the digital library. At this time, one reference dentition information can be selectively extracted according to the length, curvature of the current dental arch image 1c, overlapping ratio between the current dental arch image 1c and reference dental information, and the like. Of course, the current dental arch image 1c may be set as manual input through image analysis without extracting a boundary point, and may be provided with image information of a curved line shape or image information of a three-dimensional area corresponding to a tooth array .

At this time, the planning module 34 virtually moves and virtually cuts each tooth image 1a of the current tooth array image 1 to set the target tooth array image 1 as the calibration guide information, and stores it as the calibration guide information.

In detail, when the correction tooth information (1d) is extracted, each tooth image (1a) displayed on the current tooth arrangement image (1) is virtually moved according to the correction tooth information (1d) The virtual moving range of each of the loupe images 1a is limited.

For example, in the tooth image 1a of the current tooth array image 1, an inter-tooth cavity 1e corresponding to the holding object cavity information is held, and each center point 1b corresponds to the correction tooth information 1d And can be moved so as to be matched.

At this time, each of the moved tooth images 1a is shifted to correspond to the correction dental information 1d, and a predetermined overlapping portion (hereinafter referred to as a " dental arch image " 1f.

Then, the overlapping portion (1f) corresponding to the object tooth information in the overlapping portion (1f) is filtered as an object to be preserved, and the unfiltered overlapping portion to the object to be preserved can be virtually cut. At this time, a cutting locus is set by a predetermined image algorithm for each tooth profile of each tooth image so that the cutting end of each tooth image maintains a predetermined curvature, and the overlapping portion can be virtually cut.

As such, when the correction tooth information is set according to the current tooth arrangement image indicating the current oral condition of the subject of orthodontic treatment, the individual tooth images are virtually moved in accordance with the correction tooth information and the holding target gap information, And is filtered and selectively virtual cut according to the tooth information to be preserved.

Accordingly, the specific treatment direction and intention such as the preserved tooth, the holding space, and the like inputted through the client terminal 10 are accurately reflected in the current tooth array image 1, and a three-dimensional target tooth array image indicating the correction expected state is set And the accuracy of establishing the dental treatment plan according to the diagnosis information and the treatment direction / intention inputted as the calibration details can be improved.

In addition, since the orthodontic treatment plan that reflects various diagnosis information and specific treatment direction / intention inputted through the client terminal 10 is outputted as a three-dimensional image using the target tooth array image, it is possible to perform visual analysis using the three- Review convenience and precision for approving follow-up orthodontic treatment support steps can be improved.

Meanwhile, the step (s60) of setting the calibration guide information may include setting the body characteristic representative information extracted from the basic classification information and the calibration detailed information to the calibration guide information so as to be external advisory information, Inputting advisory opinion information corresponding to the external advisory information through a calibration advisory terminal registered in advance, and correcting the correction guide information according to the inputted advisory opinion information.

That is, when the calibration guide information is set, the planning module 34 extracts the body characteristic representative information and the calibration detail information from the basic classification information of the order list corresponding to the calibration guide information, Property representative information, and calibration guide information as external advisory information.

At this time, the body characteristic representative information includes information such as the physical characteristics of the subject of orthodontic treatment, such as sex, age, etc., but excluding personal information such as name.

The planning module 34 transmits the set external consultation information to the calibration advisory terminal or transmits an instance message indicating that the external consulting information is registered and requests consultation to the calibration consulting terminal, Connection can be induced.

Here, the calibration consultation terminal is preferably understood as a PC having a security program accessible by a specialist registered as a correction specialist according to medical registration information. At this time, when the calibration consulting terminal is connected to the manufacturer server 30, the calibration information consulting module of the manufacturer server 30 is activated.

In addition, when the calibration information consulting module is activated, the display unit of the calibration consulting terminal displays calibration information such as age, gender, and other physical characteristics representative information, malocclusion symptoms, Information of the target tooth array image, and the like are displayed.

An advisory information input window is displayed at the lower end of the displayed information, and a review opinion corresponding to the external advisory information may be input as the advisory opinion information. At this time, if the consultation opinion information is input, the inputted consultation opinion information is transmitted to the planning module 34, and the predetermined calibration guide information may be corrected to correspond to the consultation opinion information.

Therefore, it is possible to review the information of the correction guide through the external correction specialist without leakage of the personal information of the subject of the orthodontic treatment. By correcting the correction guide information by reflecting the examination result, the accuracy of the orthodontic treatment plan and the orthodontic treatment Can be significantly improved.

FIG. 7 is an exemplary view illustrating a process step guide image in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 8A, 8B, FIG. 4 is a view illustrating an approval process of calibration guide information in an information processing method for supporting orthodontic treatment according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.

1 to 8C, when the setting and correction of the calibration guide information is completed (S70), the planning approval module 35 of the manufacturer server 30 is activated through the client terminal 10 Approval information and correction information for the set calibration guide information are input (s80). At this time, the planning approval module 35 outputs the order management information, the basic classification information, the calibration detail information, and the calibration guide information inputted and receives the approval information and the correction information for the outputted calibration guide information .

In detail, when the setting and correction process of the calibration guide information is completed, the planning module 34 may set an instance message indicating that the calibration guide information is set and transmit it as the contact information of the order management information.

Then, when the client terminal 10 is connected according to the transmitted instance message and the predetermined authentication process is completed, a menu button for confirming the established plan of orthodontic treatment is outputted in an active state, Button is selected, the planning approval module 35 can be activated.

At this time, when the planning approval module 35 is activated, the list classification image 321 and the order summary list 322 as shown in FIG. 5 may be output to the display unit of the client terminal 10.

Also, if the order summary list 322 is selected, a processing step guide image 351 may be output on the upper side of the display unit of the client terminal 10, as shown in FIG.

Here, the process step guide image 351 is formed by symbolizing support process steps such as ordering of an orthodontic treatment template, order confirmation, order error, order error correction, Are sequentially arranged in accordance with the support process steps.

At this time, one of the process guide images corresponding to the current support process step is highlighted, so that the user of the client terminal 10 can easily grasp the progress state of the support process step.

The display unit 11 of the client terminal 10 displays order management information, basic classification information, and calibration details information input along the lower part of the process step guide image 351. 8A, a calibration guide information confirmation window 352, a manufacturer's opinion confirmation window 353, a consultation opinion confirmation window 354, and the like are provided below the output order management information, basic classification information, and calibration detail information And an approval and correction request and an order cancel button may be provided at the lower part of the confirmation window.

8B, in the calibration guide information confirmation window 352, a current dental check button 352a, a current dental check button 352d, a calibration dental check button 352b, a corrective bite check button 352e, A summary report confirmation button 352c, and the like can be output.

At this time, the current tooth alignment image (1) or the target tooth alignment image (2) may be rotated in three dimensions corresponding to the viewpoint change command of the client terminal according to the selection of the OK button.

That is, when the current dental check button 352a is selected, the current tooth array image 1 corresponding to the treatment target archery information is output to the client terminal 10, 1) may be three-dimensionally rotated and output in response to the viewpoint change command of the client terminal 10. [

Here, the view change command may be input through a drag, a direction key, or the like. That is, when the current tooth array image 1 is outputted, when the current tooth array image 1 is dragged or a direction key is inputted, the time point of the current tooth array image 1 according to the direction of the dragged direction or the inputted direction key, Can be converted.

If the current occlusion confirmation button 352d is selected, the current tooth array image 1 may be output based on a state in which the upper and lower jaws of the subject to be orthodonticed are engaged.

8B, when the correction dental check button 352b is selected, the target tooth array image 2 of the portion corresponding to the treatment target archery information may be outputted, and the corrective occlusion confirmation button 352e may be selected The target tooth array image can be output based on the state in which the maxillary and mandibular teeth of the subject to be orthodontisted are in engagement.

At this time, all three-dimensional images outputted through the respective confirmation buttons can be three-dimensionally rotated in the same manner.

As described above, since the calibration guide information is three-dimensionally imaged such as the current tooth array image 1 and the target tooth array image 2, and is rotated and output in three-dimensional directions according to the viewpoint change command, convenience for reviewing the established orthodontic treatment plan Can be improved.

Referring to FIG. 8C, when the calibration summary report check button 352c is selected, the set target tooth information and the holding target cavity information are displayed in a summary along the predetermined dental arch image 3a, A calibration summary report (3) in which the image (1) and the target tooth array image (2) are displayed at predetermined representative angles can be output.

That is, in the calibration summary report 3, the cutting target tooth information and the holding target gap information are displayed in text form in the simplified dental arch image 3a, and the current tooth alignment image 1 and the target tooth array image 2, May be represented by a representative angle corresponding to the dental arch image 3a. Accordingly, since the orthodontic treatment plan established in accordance with the inputted diagnostic information, the treatment direction, the inputted diagnostic information, and the treatment direction is output so as to be recognized at a glance, convenience and accuracy of examination for approval of the follow-up support step are further improved And the reliability and satisfaction of the orthodontic treatment can be significantly improved by improving the precision of the finalized template according to the follow-up support steps.

At this time, when the correction request button is inputted, the order management information, the basic classification information, and the correction detail section are modified. When the order cancel button is inputted, the order list is changed to the order cancel state. The approval information can be input to the user terminal. When the correction information for the calibration guide information is input, the calibration guide information is reset (s81) according to the input correction information, and an instance message indicating that the calibration guide information is reset is set and transmitted to the client terminal 10 .

As described above, the process of resetting the calibration guide information and transmitting the instance message may be repeated until the approval information is input.

If approval information on the calibration guide information is input (s80), the planning approval module 35 is deactivated and the template manufacturing module 36 of the manufacturer server 30 can be activated (s90).

Here, the template manufacturing module 36 may set and output template design information for setting the template for orthodontic treatment based on the target tooth array image 2.

Specifically, the template includes a bracket attached to and fixed to the tooth, and a wire for imparting a corrective force for tooth movement.

At this time, the template design information is used for correcting the tooth arrangement of the subject to be orthodonticized to the target tooth array image (2), and the three-dimensional shape information for manufacturing the bracket and the wire, It is desirable to understand the part number information for selecting a product suitable for treatment.

Here, the outputting of the template design information means that the set template design information is transmitted to a manufacturing equipment such as a three-dimensional print, or the manufacturer terminal 20 or the like transmits the piece number information so that the manufactured bracket and the wire can be selected It is preferable to understand that it is outputted. That is, the meaning that the template is set is understood to mean that the bracket and the wire are manufactured according to the three-dimensional outline information, or the bracket and the wire manufactured are selected according to the part number information and are prepared for shipping.

When the template design information is set and output, template delivery information for delivery of the orthodontic treatment template is set and output based on the delivery address of the order management information. That is, the delivery address extracted from the order list corresponding to the set template may be textized and output to the management terminal 10 or the package for delivery of the template.

As described above, the client terminal side diagnostic information obtained for the orthodontic treatment target can be accurately transmitted to the manufacturer server by inputting the required items for the establishment of the orthodontic treatment plan and the template required for manufacturing the orthodontic treatment template, The accuracy of the orthodontic support process can be improved. In addition, diagnostic information input by essential items is transmitted to the manufacturer server 30, and an orthodontic treatment plan is first established by a large number of experts on the side of the manufacturer server 30, and the individual client terminals 10 are first established Reviewing and approving the results will lead to subsequent support procedures, such as template manufacturing, which may improve the precision of manufacturing the orthodontic template.

Thus, it is possible to establish a high-quality treatment plan that is irrespective of difficulty level, and the accuracy of treatment plan and precise template are improved to improve the satisfaction of orthodontic treatment, thereby reducing re-operation cost and time due to unsatisfactory orthodontic treatment. Corrective care support can be provided.

As described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and variations and modifications may be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention. And these modifications fall within the scope of the present invention.

10: client terminal 20: administrator terminal
30: manufacturer server 31: calibration information input module
32: Calibration information confirmation module 33: Order database
34: Planning module 35: Planning approval module
36: Template design module

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A first step in which a client terminal connected to a manufacturer server is authenticated through an authentication database set according to medical registration information and a calibration information input module of the manufacturer server is activated;
Wherein the order management information including the shipping address and the contact information is input through the client terminal, the basic classification information and the correction detail information of the orthodontic treatment subject are inputted, and the order management information, the basic classification information, Information is set as an order list and stored in an order database;
A third step of activating a planning module of the manufacturer server to set calibration guide information according to basic classification information and calibration details of an order list extracted from the order database;
A fourth step of activating a planning approval module of the manufacturer server through the client terminal and inputting approval information and modification information of the set calibration guide information; And
Template design information for setting the template for orthodontic treatment is set and output based on the calibration guide information to which the approval information is inputted and the delivery address of the order management information is set based on the template guide, And a fifth step of setting and outputting template delivery information for delivery of the orthodontic treatment template,
The second step is to arrange the plurality of tooth images corresponding to the incisors, canines, premolars, and molars so that the orthodontic treatment method of the orthodontic treatment subject is selected, A preserved tooth selection window is displayed for each tooth image in the image, and preservation object tooth information is set according to a selection input of the preserved tooth selection window,
A space maintaining selection window is output for each gap between the teeth of the tooth profile image in the tooth profile image so that the calibration target state of the orthodontic treatment target person is selected and the holding target gap information is set according to the selection input of the space maintaining selection window,
The tooth target information to be preserved and the holding target gap information are inputted as the calibration details information,
Wherein the calibration information input module includes a basic classification information input window for inputting basic classification information of a dental orthodontic treatment subject and a calibration detailed information input window for inputting calibration detailed information, Outputting the preserved tooth selection window for each tooth image, setting the preservation target tooth information according to a selection input of the preserved tooth selection window, and storing the preservation target tooth information as the calibration details information,
The calibration details information input window includes a cost processing option window, an arch selection window, an angle selection window, a symptom selection window, a treatment operation selection window, a correction target selection window, a delivery request date selection window, a CT input window, An image input window, and an addition request description window, wherein a plurality of pieces of information input through each window are integrated and set as the calibration details information,
The treatment option selection window includes an operation list selection window and a preserved tooth selection window. The operation list selection window is provided to display and select the orthodontic treatment method in a list format, and the operation selection information is displayed on the operation list selection window Is input,
Wherein the second step includes inputting a CT image and an oral scan image of the orthodontic treatment subject as the calibration detail information,
The third step may include setting a current tooth alignment image based on the input CT image and the original scan image, wherein calibration dental information is generated from a digital library including a predetermined plurality of reference dental information based on the current tooth alignment image Wherein each tooth image displayed in the current tooth array image is moved so as to correspond to the extracted calibration information and the held void information, and the overlapping part between the moved tooth images is filtered and / Wherein the virtual tooth target array image is input as the calibration guide information,
The fourth step may include the step of rotating the current tooth array image and the target tooth array image three-dimensionally in response to a viewpoint change command of the client terminal, and outputting the set tooth target information and the target- And outputting a calibration summary report which is displayed in summary according to the dental arch image, wherein the current tooth array image and the target tooth array image are displayed at predetermined representative angles. Way. delete delete delete delete

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