Abstract
This article describes the development of a three-dimensional finite element model of a premolar, based on a micro-scale computed tomographic data-acquisition technique. Using the model shrinkage stresses were analysed during and after the polymerisation process of resin composite. The stress patterns generated were three-dimensional. The results of this study indicate that failure of the interface is more probable than failure of the composite material. The described procedure is a relatively easy method to produce a highly detailed 3-D finite element model of a premolar with an adhesive cups-replacing restoration.
Translated title of the contribution | A finite element model of a cusp-replacing adhesive restoration |
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Original language | Dutch |
Pages (from-to) | 149-153 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Tandheelkunde |
Volume | 110 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |