Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research ›› 2011, Vol. 15 ›› Issue (43): 7994-7997.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1673-8225.2011.43.004

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Establishment of a three-dimensional finite element model of mandible surrounding solely or splinted implant-borne fixed partial denture

Ma Li-sha1, Tang Liang2, Pan Yan-huan3   

  1. 1Department of Stomatology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou  510828, Guangdong Province, China
    2Department of Stomatology, Medical College, Jinan University, Guangzhou  510632, Guangdong Province, China
    3 Institute of Applied Mechanics, Technology College, Institute Jinan University, Guangzhou  510632, Guangdong Province, China
  • Received:2011-07-05 Revised:2011-08-26 Online:2011-10-22 Published:2011-10-22
  • Contact: Tang Liang, Doctor, Professor, Department of Stomatology, Medical College, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, Guangdong Province, China Tchenyq@jnu.edu.cn
  • About author:Ma Li-sha, Department of Stomatology, Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510828, Guangdong Province, China shas217@126.com
  • Supported by:

    the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province, No. 31912*

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Abstract:

BACKGROUND: Three-dimensional finite element model has been widely used in previous studies, accurate construction of which provides research support for the optimization of implant bridge design.
OBJECTIVE: To establish a three-dimensional finite element model of solely and splinted implants in the mandible, as the mathematical foundation of biomechanical research.
METHODS: Three-dimensional finite element models were created of a 765 section of the mandible with solely and splinted implants embedded in, by using CT scanning technology, the Pro/Engineer software and the ANSYS software.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: The three-dimensional finite element model was good in geometry, which could serve for the needs of the three-dimensional stress analysis. CT scanning aided finite element model building, used with Pro/Engineer software and ANSYS software, is a convenient and credible method.

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