The construction of three-dimensional finite element model of human maxillary complex
Zhang, T.; Liu, H.; Wang, Y.
Zhonghua Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi 35(5): 374-376
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 1002-0098 PMID: 11780249 Document Number: 516084
To develop a method to construct three dimensional finite element (3-D FE) model which may express biomechanic dynamic state characters of normal maxillary complex. SCT image reconstruction technique, digital image transfer and transcription and 3-D FEM were used in combination with self programming and ANSYS soft ware. A 3-D FE model of normal maxillary complex is constructed. The elements and nodes of the model are 2,602 and 4,595. The method to develop a model of maxillary complex adopting SCT 3-D image reconstruction technique, image transfer and transcription, and 3D FEM are feasible and effective.