Finite Element Analysis of the Influence of Mechanical Stresses on the Mandible

Abstract:

In this article we intend to make an overview on the forces and deformations arising on the mandible and to study how the soft parts of the face are deformed, using an analysis of the influence of mechanical stresses using a finite element computer program. Thus, from the engineering point of view we propose a validation of medical results with an overview about the directions of deformation of the bones and soft parts due to normal growth of individuals. For this purpose we have used a 2D finite element static analysis of the mandible and soft tissue.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 656)
• Pages: 626-633
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.656.626
• Online since: October 2014
• Authors: Liviu Marian Ungureanu*, Cristian Gabriel Alionte, Danuta Grad, Delia Elena Daragiu
• Keywords: 2D Finite Element Static Analysis, Deformations of Mandible, Mandible, Mechanical Stresses, Soft Tissue

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