scholarly journals Experimental & FEM Analysis of Orthodontic Mini-Implant Design on Primary Stability

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 5461
Author(s):  
Elmedin Mešić ◽  
Enis Muratović ◽  
Lejla Redžepagić-Vražalica ◽  
Nedim Pervan ◽  
Adis J. Muminović ◽  
...  

The main objective of this research is to establish a connection between orthodontic mini-implant design, pull-out force and primary stability by comparing two commercial mini-implants or temporary anchorage devices, Tomas®-pin and Perfect Anchor. Mini-implant geometric analysis and quantification of bone characteristics are performed, whereupon experimental in vitro pull-out test is conducted. With the use of the CATIA (Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) CAD (Computer Aided Design)/CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing)/CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) system, 3D (Three-dimensional) geometric models of mini-implants and bone segments are created. Afterwards, those same models are imported into Abaqus software, where finite element models are generated with a special focus on material properties, boundary conditions and interactions. FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis is used to simulate the pull-out test. Then, the results of the structural analysis are compared with the experimental results. The FEM analysis results contain information about maximum stresses on implant–bone system caused due to the pull-out force. It is determined that the core diameter of a screw thread and conicity are the main factors of the mini-implant design that have a direct impact on primary stability. Additionally, stresses generated on the Tomas®-pin model are lower than stresses on Perfect Anchor, even though Tomas®-pin endures greater pull-out forces, the implant system with implemented Tomas®-pin still represents a more stressed system due to the uniform distribution of stresses with bigger values.

Author(s):  
Noureddine Djebbar ◽  
Abdessamed Bachiri ◽  
Benali Boutabout

The design of an implant thread plays a fundamental role in the osseointegration process, particularly in low-density bone. It has been postulated that design features that maximize the surface area available for contact may improve mechanical anchorage and stability in cancellous bone. The primary stability of a dental implant is determined by the mechanical engagement between the implant and bone at the time of implant insertion. The contact area of implant-bone interfaces and the concentrated stresses on the marginal bones are principal concerns of implant designers. Numerous factors influence load transfer at the bone-implant interface, for example, the type of loading, surface structure, amount of surrounding bone, material properties of the implant and implant design. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the impact two different projectile of implant threads on stress distribution in the jawbone using three-dimensional finite element analysis.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 1183
Author(s):  
Lejla Redžepagić-Vražalica ◽  
Elmedin Mešić ◽  
Nedim Pervan ◽  
Vahidin Hadžiabdić ◽  
Muamer Delić ◽  
...  

This study investigated the correlation between bone characteristics, the design of orthodontic mini-implants, the pull-out force, and primary stability. This experimental in vitro study has examined commercial orthodontic mini-implants of different sizes and designs, produced by two manufacturers: Tomas-pin SD (Dentaurum, Ispringen, Germany) and Perfect Anchor (Hubit, Seoul, Korea). The total number of 40 mini-implants were tested. There are two properties that are common to all tested implants—one is the material of which they are made (titanium alloy Ti-6Al-4V), and the other is the method of their insertion. The main difference between the mini-implants, which is why they have been selected as the subject of research in the first place, is reflected in their geometry or design. Regardless of the type of implant, the average pull-out forces were found to be higher for a cortical bone thickness (CBTC) of 0.62–0.67 mm on average, compared to the CBTC < 0.62 mm, where the measured force averages were found to be lower. The analysis of variance tested the impact of the mini-implant geometry on the pull-out force and proved that there is a statistically significant impact (p < 0.015) of all three analyzed geometric factors on the pull-out force of the implant. The design of the mini-implant affects its primary stability. The design of the mini-implant affects the pulling force. The bone quality at the implant insertion point is important for primary stability; thus, the increase in the cortical bone thickness increases the value of the pulling force significantly.


2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amir Hooman Sadr Haghighi ◽  
Vahid Pouyafar ◽  
Ali Navid ◽  
Mahsa Eskandarinezhad ◽  
Tannaz Abdollahzadeh Baghaei

Background. The design of an orthodontic mini-implant is a significant factor in determining its primary stability and its clinical success. The aim of this study was to measure the relative effect of mini-implant design factors on primary stability of orthodontic mini-implants. Methods. Thirty-two 3-dimensional assemblies of mini-implant models with their surrounding bone were generated using finite element analysis software. The maximum displacement of each mini-implant model was measured as they were loaded with a 2-N horizontal force. Employing Taguchi’s design of experiments as a statistical method, the contribution of each design factor to primary stability was calculated. As a result of the great effect of the upper diameter and length, to better detect the impact of the remaining design factors, another set of 25 models with a fixed amount of length and diameter was generated and evaluated. Results. The diameter and length showed a great impact on the primary stability in the first set of experiments (P<0.05). According to the second set of experiments, increased taper angle in the threaded and non-threaded area decreased the primary stability. There was also an optimum amount of 2.5 mm for threaded taper length beyond which the primary stability decreased. Conclusion. It is advisable to increase the diameter and length if primary stability is at risk. In the second place, a minimum amount of taper angle, both in the threaded and non-threaded area with an approximate proportion of 20% of threaded taper length to MI length, would be desirable for MIs with a moderate size.


2012 ◽  
Vol 06 (01) ◽  
pp. 009-015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Didem Nalbantgil ◽  
Murat Tozlu ◽  
Fulya Ozdemir ◽  
Mehmet Oguz Oztoprak ◽  
Tulin Arun

ABSTRACTObjectives: Non-homogeneous force distribution along the miniplates and the screws is an unsolved question for skeletal anchorage in orthodontics. To overcome this issue, a miniplate structure was designed featuring spikes placed on the surface facing the cortical bone. The aim of this study was to examine and compare the force distribution of the newly designed plate-screw systems with the conventional one.Methods: A model of bone surface with 1.5 mm cortical thickness, along with the two newly designed miniplates and a standard miniplate-screw were simulated on the three-dimensional model. 200 g experimental force was applied to the tip of the miniplates and the consequential effects on the screws and cortical bone was evaluated using three-dimensional finite element method.Results: As a result of this finite element study, remarkably lower stresses were observed on the screws and the cortical bone around the screws with the newly designed miniplate when compared with the conventional one.Conclusion: The newly designed miniplate that has spikes was found effective in reducing the stress on and around the screws and the force was distributed more equivalently. (Eur J Dent 2012;6:9-15)


2005 ◽  
Vol 128 (3) ◽  
pp. 408-413 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caifu Qian ◽  
Chenghong Duan ◽  
Hongjie Yu ◽  
Hongwei Duan ◽  
Junli Tian

A three-dimensional parametrized finite element model is established for the nonlinear analysis of the hydraulically expanded tube-to-tubesheet joint. Distribution of the residual contact pressure on the contact surface between the tube and the tubesheet is investigated. It is found that sealing circular bands exist on the contact surface which enhance the sealing of the joint since the residual contact pressures on the sealing circular bands are higher than on other positions. The sealing circular bands are located close to the two ends of the hole when it is not grooved, but they are located at the two brinks of the groove for a grooved hole and in the latter case, the residual contact pressures are even higher, reflecting that the joint with a grooved tube-sheet hole is more capable of sealing. Experiments and finite element calculations for the pull-out force of the joint are also performed for different expansion pressures and groove widths. Results show that with the increase of the groove width, the measured pull-out force increases significantly and becomes larger and larger than the calculated one, which is owing to the scratch on the contact surface between the tube and tubesheet.


2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li ◽  
Hu ◽  
Song ◽  
Mao ◽  
Tian

Permanent magnet couplings (PMCs) are widely used in underwater propulsion because it can solve the deep-sea sealing problem effectively. In this paper, a new type of conical permanent magnet coupling (CPMC) is proposed, which is able to match the tail shape of the underwater vehicle and make full use of the tail space to increase pull-out torque capability. Based on the three-dimensional finite element method (3D-FEM), the electromagnetic characteristics of an initial model for CPMC are analyzed. In order to facilitate the design and optimization of CPMC, an equivalent three-dimensional (3D) analytical method for the pull-out torque calculation is presented, and its accuracy is verified by comparison with the 3D finite element results. Finally, the influence of design parameters such as half-cone angle, pole pair, pole arc coefficient and permanent magnet thickness on maximum pull-out torque and torque density of CPMC is analyzed, and a preliminary optimization model is obtained.


2011 ◽  
Vol 271-273 ◽  
pp. 211-215
Author(s):  
Ming Ming Ji ◽  
Lin Hua Piao ◽  
Bai Hua Li

Using ANSYS program, the finite element simulation based on thermoelectric coupling is conducted by a series of procedures, such as three-dimensional model building of airflow level posture sensor according to the actual size of the proportion, network modifying, loads applying and equation solving. The sensitive mechanism of airflow level posture sensor is explained by finite element method. The numerical results show that compared with two-dimensional modeling, the simulation result of three-dimensional modeling and thermoelectric analysis methods are more comprehensive and accurate, which provides more reliable basis for practical research of the airflow level posture sensor.


Author(s):  
Razan Alaqeely ◽  
Mohammad AlDosari ◽  
Nadir Babay ◽  
Al-Hussain Abdulbari ◽  
Ala Ba Hadi ◽  
...  

Abstract Osseodensification is used to densify natural bone and increase dental implant stability. This work aims to compare, using finite element analysis, the stress generated on different jawbone areas between conventional drilling (OD) and osseodensification drilling (CD). Cone-beam CT scans of four different edentulous patients were obtained. Implant insertion and removal in the four bone models were simulated for the two different drilling techniques. Materials distribution was set as homogeneous throughout each part. In the OD technique, a new densified region was formed with new material properties based on a relation between density and elasticity. Material distribution of the densified regions was assumed to be a non-homogenous linear pattern and its gradual variation complies with the graph-related slope equations. Von-Mises stress for cortical and trabecular bone was significantly higher in the CD model in comparison to their values in the OD, as densified regions have absorbed most of the stresses and restricted their propagation. The same phenomenon was observed in the implant pull-out bone model. The OD technique was found to affect the primary stability of dental implants positively. The bone types present in different jawbone regions react differently to this technique according to the percentage of trabecular bone to cortical bone.


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