Biomechanical behavior of cantilevered 3-unit implant-supported prostheses made of PEKK and monolithic zirconia: A finite element study.

Objective: To evaluate the biomechanical performance of various designs of cantilevered three-unit implant-supported prostheses, using two distinct prosthetic materials and under different loading conditions.

Method: Three mandibular models were created with varying implant positions to support a 3-unit prosthesis using two materials (Zirconia and PEKK), resulting in three different designs: distal cantilever (M1), fixed-fixed (M2), and mesial cantilever (M3). The geometric model was created by segmenting a CBCT scan of an edentulous mandible using Mimics software, followed by refinement in 3-Matic to generate a trabecular bone core encased by a 2 mm-thick cortical shell and a 1 mm-thick mucosal layer.

Evaluation of the biomechanics of Aramany class I obturators of different designs using numerical and experimental methods. Part II: Stress distribution.

Statement Of Problem: Evidence regarding stress evaluations of removable obturators with Aramany class I defects is lacking. Whether the stress distribution on Aramany class I prostheses can be improved by modifying the currently used designs is also unclear.

Purpose: The purpose of part II of this study was to evaluate the stress distribution in different designs of Aramany class I obturators using finite element analysis (FEA) and photoelastic stress analysis.

Evaluation of the biomechanics of Aramany class I obturators of different designs using numerical and experimental methods. Part I: Retention and associated stress.

Statement Of Problem: Studies on the biomechanics of obturators in the currently used designs of Aramany class I defect are lacking. Also, modifications of the designs presently used in unilateral palatal defects are needed to produce a prosthesis with more retention and less stress on the abutments.

Purpose: The purpose of part I of this study was to differentiate among Aramany class I obturators of 4 designs regarding retention and associated stress using numerical and experimental methods.

Biomechanical behavior of endodontically treated premolars restored with different endocrown designs: Finite element study.

Purpose: Although endocrown is a successful restorative approach for endodontically treated molars, its survival rate in endodontically treated premolars with extensive loss of coronal structure has been debated. The aim of this study was to evaluate the biomechanical behavior of endodontically treated maxillary premolars restored with different lithium disilicate endocrown designs.

Materials And Methods: Based on cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) of an intact maxillary premolar, five models were designed.

Biomechanics in Removable Partial Dentures: A Literature Review of FEA-Based Studies.

The present study was aimed at reviewing the studies that used finite element analysis (FEA) to estimate the biomechanical stress arising in removable partial dentures (RPDs) and how to optimize it. A literature survey was conducted for the English full-text articles, which used only FEA to estimate the stress developed in RPDs from Jan 2000 to May 2021. In RPDs, the retaining and supporting structures are subjected to dynamic loads during insertion and removal of the prosthesis as well as during function.

An in vitro / in vivo release test of risedronate drug loaded nano-bioactive glass composite scaffolds.

Three-dimensional (3D) matrices scaffolds play a noteworthy role in promoting cell generation and propagation. In this study, scaffolds prepared from chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol loaded with/without an osteoporotic drug (risedronate) and nano-bioactive glass (nBG) have been developed to promote healing of bone defects. The scaffolds were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), porosity test as well as mechanical strength.

Comparing different bar materials for mandibular implant-supported overdenture: Finite-element analysis.

Aim: This study was conducted aiming to optimize the selection of bar material that can minimize stresses on mandibular bone.

Subjects And Methods: One finite-element model was created under ANSYS environment to evaluate the use of different materials as a bar-manufacturing material in mandibular implant-supported overdenture (OD). Model components were created on engineering computer-aided design software and then assembled under the finite-element package.

Effect of ceramic translucency and luting cement shade on the color masking ability of laminate veneers.

Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of ceramic material types, degree of veneer translucency, and luting cement shades on masking the underlying dark dental substrate to achieve best esthetics.

Materials And Methods: In this study, 56 specimens each of 0.5-mm thickness were fabricated from two esthetic veneer materials Vita Enamic and Vita Suprinity, with two different translucencies, i.

Stress analysis of mandibular implant overdentures retained with one, two, or four ball attachments: A finite element study.

Background: The aim of this study is to compare stress patterns induced by ball attachments when used to retain mandibular overdentures supported by one, two, or four dental implants.

Materials And Methods: In this finite element study, three 3D models were prepared to simulate mandibular implant overdentures retained by one or two or four ball attachments of 3.5 mm diameter with collar height 1.

3D FEA Study On Implant Threading Role on Selection of Implant and Crown Materials.

Aim: This study deeply investigates the effect of dental implant threading and material selection on the mandibular bone under two different crown materials (Translucent Zirconia and Porcelain fused to metal).

Methods: Two different designs of single piece dental implants were supporting dummy crown above simplified bone geometry in two finite element models. Models components were created by general-purpose CAD/CAM engineering package and then assembled inside ANSYS before meshing and assigning materials.

Recent Advances in Material and Geometrical Modelling in Dental Applications.

This article touched, in brief, the recent advances in dental materials and geometric modelling in dental applications. Most common categories of dental materials as metallic alloys, composites, ceramics and nanomaterials were briefly demonstrated. Nanotechnology improved the quality of dental biomaterials.

Advanced Computational Methods in Bio-Mechanics.

A novel partnership between surgeons and machines, made possible by advances in computing and engineering technology, could overcome many of the limitations of traditional surgery. By extending surgeons' ability to plan and carry out surgical interventions more accurately and with fewer traumas, computer-integrated surgery (CIS) systems could help to improve clinical outcomes and the efficiency of healthcare delivery. CIS systems could have a similar impact on surgery to that long since realised in computer-integrated manufacturing.

Angulated Dental Implants in Posterior Maxilla FEA and Experimental Verification.

Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different implant angulations in posterior maxilla on stress distribution by finite element analysis and verify its results experimentally.

Methods: Two simplified models were prepared for an implant placed vertically and tilted 25° piercing the maxillary sinus. Geometric models' components were prepared by Autodesk Inventor then assembled in ANSYS for finite element analysis.

New dental implant selection criterion based on implant design.

Objective: A comparative study between threaded and plain dental implant designs was performed to find out a new criterion for dental implant selection.

Materials And Methods: Several dental implant designs with a systematic increase in diameter and length were positioned in a cylindrical-shaped bone section and analyzed using finite element method. Four loading types were tested on different dental implant designs; tension of 50 N, compression of 100 N, bending of 20 N, and torque of 2 Nm, to derive design curves.

Influence of Number of Implants and Attachment Type on Stress Distribution in Mandibular Implant-Retained Overdentures: Finite Element Analysis.

Aim: This study aimed to compare the stresses generated by using two or four root form dental implants supporting mandibular overdentures that were retained with ball and locator attachments.

Methods: Under ANSYS environment, four 3D finite element models were prepared. These models simulated complete overdentures supported by two or four implants with either ball or locator attachments as a connection mechanism.

Finite Element Study on Continuous Rotating versus Reciprocating Nickel-Titanium Instruments.

In the present study, GTX and ProTaper as continuous rotating endodontic files were numerically compared with WaveOne reciprocating file using finite element analysis, aiming at having a low cost, accurate/trustworthy comparison as well as finding out the effect of instrument design and manufacturing material on its lifespan. Two 3D finite element models were especially prepared for this comparison. Commercial engineering CAD/CAM package was used to model full detailed flute geometries of the instruments.

The Biomechanical Effect of Different Denture Base Materials on the Articular Disc in Complete Denture Wearers: A Finite Element Analysis.

Aim: The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effect of different denture base materials on the stress distribution in TMJ articular disc (AD) in complete denture wearers.

Material And Methods: A three dimensional Finite Element (FEA) models of an individual temporomandibular joint (TMJ) was built on the basis CT scan. The FEA model consisted of four parts: the condyle, the articular disc, the denture base, and the articular eminence skull.

A finite element study on stress distribution of two different attachment designs under implant supported overdenture.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate stress patterns generated within implant-supported mandibular overdentures retained by two different attachment types: ball and socket and locator attachments.

Materials And Methods: Commercial CAD/CAM and finite element analysis software packages were utilized to construct two 3D finite element models for the two attachment types. Unilateral masticatory compressive loads of 50, 100, and 150 N were applied vertically to the overdentures, parallel to the longitudinal axes of the implants.