title: [Three dimensional mathematical model of tooth for finite element analysis].
abstract: BACKGROUND
  The mathematical model of the abutment tooth is the starting point of the finite element analysis of stress and deformation of dental structures. The simplest and easiest way is to form a model according to the literature data of dimensions and morphological characteristics of teeth. Our method is based on forming 3D models using standard geometrical forms (objects) in programmes for solid modeling.
  
  
  OBJECTIVE
  Forming the mathematical model of abutment of the second upper premolar for finite element analysis of stress and deformation of dental structures.
  
  
  METHODS
  The abutment tooth has a form of a complex geometric object. It is suitable for modeling in programs for solid modeling SolidWorks. After analysing the literature data about the morphological characteristics of teeth, we started the modeling dividing the tooth (complex geometric body) into simple geometric bodies (cylinder, cone, pyramid,...). Connecting simple geometric bodies together or substricting bodies from the basic body, we formed complex geometric body, tooth. The model is then transferred into Abaqus, a computational programme for finite element analysis. Transferring the data was done by standard file format for transferring 3D models ACIS SAT.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Using the programme for solid modeling SolidWorks, we developed three models of abutment of the second maxillary premolar: the model of the intact abutment, the model of the endodontically treated tooth with two remaining cavity walls and the model of the endodontically treated tooth with two remaining walls and inserted post.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Mathematical models of the abutment made according to the literature data are very similar with the real abutment and the simplifications are minimal. These models enable calculations of stress and deformation of the dental structures. The finite element analysis provides useful information in understanding biomechanical problems and gives guidance for clinical research.
authors.forename: Tatjana
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Puskar
authors.forename: Darko
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Vasiljević
authors.forename: Dubravka
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Marković
authors.forename: Danimir
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Jevremović
authors.forename: Dejan
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Pantelić
authors.forename: Svetlana
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Savić-Sević
authors.forename: Branka
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Murić
mesh_terms: D001641:Bicuspid; D003198:Computer Simulation; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003799:Dental Stress Analysis; D020342:Finite Element Analysis; D006801:Humans; D008962:Models, Theoretical