Application of 3D Computed Tomography Reconstruction Images to Assess the Thickness and Dimensions of the Posterior Palatal Seal Area

Figure 4

Mean thickness value of mucosa at measured points. (a) 3D column chart. (b) 3D surface chart. O, mid-palatal plane; R1-17, and L1-L7, sectioned plane; HN, hamular notch line; Ant., anterior direction; Post, posterior direction.

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