3D Finite Element Analysis to Assess the Stress Distribution Pattern in Mandibular Implant-supported Overdenture with Different Bar Heights.

CONCLUSION: As the vertical cantilever increases (here the bar height), the maximum stress on the crestal bone increases. A minimum of 0.5 mm of space is sufficient between the mucosa and the inferior border of the bar to maintain oral hygiene.
CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: From the present study, it can be concluded that an increase in bar height causes an increase in stress levels on the peri-implant crestal bone.
PMID: 31597798 [PubMed - in process]

Source: J Contemp Dent Pract - June 30, 2019 Category: Dentistry Authors: Joshi S, Kumar S, Jain S, Aggarwal R, Choudhary S, Reddy NK Tags: J Contemp Dent Pract Source Type: research