Optimizing restorative procedure and material selection for pulpotomized primary molars: Mechanical characterization by 3D finite element analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study aimed to assess the stress distribution in pulpotomized primary molars with different types of restorative materials using 3D-finite element analysis (FEA), and provide valuable insights into the selection and application of restorative materials, with the ultimate goal of reducing the risk of pulpotomy failure and protecting residual dental tissue.

Methods

Four 3D models of pulpotomized primary molars with different restorative materials according to the material and its elastic modulus were analysed: resin composite, stainless steel crowns (SSCs), prefabricated zirconia crowns and endocrowns. The food layer was also designed before vertical and bucco-lingual forces were applied to simulate physiological masticatory conditions. The results were obtained b

SUBMITTER: He J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11336623 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature