Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3179617 Tanta Dental Journal 2015 9 Pages PDF
Abstract

PurposeThe objective of the study was to analyze the stress distribution between monolithic Lithium-disilicate and monolithic Zirconia inlay retained Fixed Dental Prostheses by varying the connector dimensions using the 3D- Finite Element Analysis.MethodsTwo models of three unit inlay retained Fixed Dental Prosthesis replacing the lower right first molar was fabricated, each with the connector dimensions of 3 mm × 3 mm and 4 mm × 4 mm. Using three dimensional Finite Element Analysis, the Poisson's ratio and Young's modulus for monolithic Zirconia and monolithic Lithium-di-silicate were added to each of these groups. These were then subjected to a vertical load of 500 N directed occlusally over a surface area of 5 mm2; and the results were analyzed.ResultsBy increasing the connector dimensions up to 4 mm × 4 mm, both the materials are capable of withstanding a force of up to 500 N, simulating the maximum posterior bite force. According to this study, monolithic Zirconia and Lithium-di-silicate can be used a posterior restorative material in all ceramic inlay retained Fixed Dental Prosthesis.ConclusionIncreasing the connector dimensions up to 4 mm × 4 mm, has a significant improvement in the stress distribution among both materials, making it suitable as a posterior restorative material in all ceramic inlay retained Fixed Dental Prosthesis. Further long term clinical studies are required.

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