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http://dx.doi.org/10.4047/jkap.2009.47.3.328

Effect of prosthetic designs and alveolar bone conditions on stress distribution in fixed partial dentures with pier abutments  

Cho, Wook (Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Pusan National University)
Kim, Chang-Seop (Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Pusan National University)
Jeon, Young-Chan (Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Pusan National University)
Jeong, Chang-Mo (Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Pusan National University)
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The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics / v.47, no.3, 2009 , pp. 328-334 More about this Journal
Abstract
Statement of problem: Pier abutments act as a Class I fulcrum lever system when the teeth are incorporated in a fixed partial denture with rigid connectors. Therefore non-rigid connector incorporated into the fixed partial denture might reduce the stresses created by the leverage. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate, by means of finite element method, the effects of non-rigid connectors and supporting alveolar bone level on stress distribution for fixed partial dentures with pier abutments. Material and methods: A 2-dimensional finite element model simulating a 5-unit metal ceramic fixed partial denture with a pier abutment with rigid or non-rigid designs, the connector was located at the distal region of the second premolar, was developed. In the model, the lower canine, second premolar, and second molar served as abutments. Four types of alveolar bone condition were employed. One was normal bone condition and others were supporting bone reduced 20% height at one abutment. Two different loading conditions, each 150 N on 1st premolar and 1st molar and 300N on 1st molar, were used. Results: Two types of FPD were displaced apically. The amount of displacement decreased in an almost linear slope away from the loaded point. Non-rigid design tended to cause the higher stresses in supporting bone of premolar and molar abutments and the lower stresses in that of canine than rigid design. Alveolar bone loss increased the stresses in supporting bone of corresponding abutment. Conclusion: Careful evaluation of the retentive capacity of retainers and the periodontal condition of abutments may be required for the prosthetic design of fixed partial denture with a pier abutment.
Keywords
pier abutment; attachment; bone level; finite element method;
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