Journal of Tissue Engineering and Reconstructive Surgery ›› 2014, Vol. 10 ›› Issue (1): 30-33.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1673-0364.2014.01.009

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Biomechanical Evaluation of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis by a Finite Element Model

CHEN Ying,GUI Lai,NIU Feng,LI Biao,WANG Qinmeng   

  1. Plastic Surgery Hospital,Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College;College of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Electronics Technology,Beijing Industrial University
  • Published:2020-07-23

Abstract: Objective To establish a finite element model of mandibular distraction and to evaluate its biomechanics and deformation. Methods The geometry model was established by Mimics software via reading the data of DICOM format from CT. Bone cutting simulation was performed by Mimics and model optimization was operated by Magics software. The finite element model was established and mandibular distraction simulation was analyzed by Ansys software. Results The dis-placement of mandible, the stress and the soft tissue change were all calculated. Conclusion The finite element analysis can evaluate the operative effect, analyze the stress distribution and the direction of soft tissue resistance, which could guide the preoperative design and improve the clinical outcome.

Key words: Mandible, Distraction osteogenesis, Finite element

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