Prosthetic framework improvement using lattice structure: A comparative finite element study of a mandibular implant-supported prosthesis.

Objectives: An alternative option was proposed regarding the prosthetic rehabilitation of a fully edentulous mandible using only four implants. The aim was to reduce the stiffness of the prosthetic framework. To that end, the alternative option consists of a prosthetic framework optimized with a porous structure.

Misinterpretation of ISO 4049 standard recommendations: Impact on Young's modulus and conversion degree of dental composites.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to study the effects on Young's modulus and conversion degree of variations in polymerization conditions during the 3-point bending test of composite samples in accordance with the ISO 4049 standard.

Methods: Three nanocomposites were used in the 3-point bending test based on the conditions described in the ISO 4049 standard. Samples of 2 mm × 2 mm x 25 mm were fabricated and tested with a different number of irradiation points and irradiation time.

A Statistical Study of Metatarsal Anatomy: Toward the Design of Wide-Range Prosthetic Solutions.

Unlabelled: The aim of the study is to provide some characteristic parameters of the anatomy of metatarsals from computed tomography (CT) scans. These data are important for more anatomical metatarsal head resurfacing prosthesis conception. Measures were performed on 20 CT scans from 17 patients with a mean age of 44.

Numerical study of the influence of material parameters on the mechanical behaviour of a rehabilitated edentulous mandible.

Objectives: The study dealt with full dental prosthetic reconstruction on four implants. The aim was to analyse the influence of material parameters on the mechanical behaviour of the restored mandible compared to the natural mandible.

Methods: A finite element model of an edentulous mandible with prosthetic rehabilitation was established.