Clinical facial analysis (CFA) is the method utilized by physicians for evaluating and judging the patient's face, to define its proportions, volume, appearance, symmetry, and visible deformities. It is based on direct examination, clinical photographs, and conventional and computerized X-ray imaging [1]. Clinical facial analysis is essential for many specialists, such as plastic surgeons plastic surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, otorhinolaryngologists, ophthalmic plastic surgeons, head and neck surgeons, cosmetic surgeons, orthodontists, rehabilitative dentists, and dermatologists, and, generally, for any physicians dealing with facial aesthetics and functions. Clinical facial analysis is not a particular phase of clinical practice or a moment during a patient consultation. It is the largest part of a professional life and a never-ending process. Furthermore, CFA is not separable from everyday activities and we should be able to analyze the face of the patient and, at the same time, answer his or her questions, or illustrate a procedure [1]. Also obtaining accurate measurements is essential for achieving proper diagnosis, putting accurate treatment plans and following up the clinical outcome of the performed procedures.
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