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Integrating image processing and deep learning framework for automatic supernumerary tooth detection on occlusal radiographs.

Journal of dental sciences · Fu JA, Hsu CL, Chen TY, Wu HI, Cheng TY, Lu WC, Chen CA, Liong ST, Li KC, Huang YY, Tu WC, Abu PAR, Chuang LC · 2026-07-01

Researchers developed an automated system combining image processing and artificial intelligence to detect supernumerary teeth on children's bite-wing radiographs, achieving 96% accuracy with the best-performing model.

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