title: Numerical investigation of fixed orthodontic brackets.
abstract: This paper presents the results of investigations into the mechanical behaviour of fixed orthodontic brackets. Special attention has been paid to the detailed modelling of the interface between the bracket base and an adhesive by which attachment is made to the tooth surface. Properties of this interface were taken as design parameters with the aim of investigating their influence on the stress field induced during bracket removal at the end of the treatment. Stress-strain analysis was performed using a finite element program developed in-house.
authors.affiliation: Dental School, Department of Basic Dental Science, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, UK.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Middleton
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Hübsch
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Kralj
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Knox
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Jones
mesh_terms: D003738:Dental Cements; D006801:Humans; D008422:Materials Testing; D016382:Orthodontic Appliance Design; D016910:Orthodontic Brackets
chemical_list: D003738:Dental Cements