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Biomechanical effect of mandibular advancement device with different protrusion positions for treatment of obstructive sleep apnoea on tooth and facial bone: A finite element study.

Ji-Soo LeeHye-In ChoiHyeonjong LeeSu-Jin AhnGunwoo Noh
Published in: Journal of oral rehabilitation (2018)
Mandibular advancement at 70% of maximum protrusion induces risks of tooth root resorption and bone resorption. The mandibular second molars were subjected to the highest stresses. Stress on the teeth and facial bones was the lowest at 40% of maximum mandibular advancement.
Keyphrases
  • finite element
  • cone beam computed tomography
  • soft tissue
  • bone loss
  • bone mineral density
  • physical activity
  • postmenopausal women
  • body composition
  • risk assessment