Open AccessConstruction of a three-dimensional finite element model of maxillary first molar and it′s supporting structures
Author(s) -
Begum Ms,
M. R. Dinesh,
Tan Kf,
Jairaj,
Kiran Zarnab Khalid,
Singh Vp
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of pharmacy and bioallied sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.268
H-Index - 36
eISSN - 0976-4879
pISSN - 0975-7406
DOI - 10.4103/0975-7406.163496
Subject(s) - periodontal fiber , periodontium , dental alveolus , finite element method , stress (linguistics) , computer science , structural engineering , orthodontics , engineering , medicine , linguistics , philosophy
The finite element method (FEM) is a powerful computational tool for solving stress-strain problems; its ability to handle material inhomogeneity and complex shapes makes the FEM, the most suitable method for the analysis of internal stress levels in the tooth, periodontium, and alveolar bone. This article intends to explain the steps involved in the generation of a three-dimensional finite element model of tooth, periodontal ligament (PDL) and alveolar bone, as the procedure of modeling is most important because the result is based on the nature of the modeling systems. Finite element analysis offers a means of determining strain-stress levels in the tooth, ligament, and bone structures for a broad range of orthodontic loading scenarios without producing tissue damage.