Influence of orthotropy on biomechanics of peri-implant bone in complete mandible model with full dentition.

Xi DingSheng-Hui LiaoXing-Hao ZhuHui-Ming Wang

Published in: BioMed research international (2014)

The orthotropic material has significant effect on stress and strain of implant-bone interface in the mandible, compared with the isotropic simulation. Real orthotropic mechanical properties of mandible should be emphasized in biomechanical studies of dental implants.

Keyphrases

soft tissue
bone mineral density
bone loss
bone regeneration
finite element analysis
postmenopausal women
body composition
case control