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    J Korean Acad Prosthodont. 2009 Jan;47(1):29-38. Korean.
    Published online Jan 31, 2009.
    https://doi.org/10.4047/jkap.2009.47.1.29
    Copyright © 2009 The Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
    Original Article

    Three-dimensional finite element analysis for the effect of retentive groove design on joint strength of casting connection

    Jung-Woo Kim, DDS, MSD,1 Chang-Mo Jeong, DDS, MSD, PhD,2 Young-Chan Jeon, DDS, MSD, PhD,2 and Mi-Jung Yun, DDS, MSD1
      • 1Graduate Student, Department of Dentistry, Graduate School, Pusan National University, Pusan, Korea.
      • 2Professor, Department of Dentistry, Graduate School, Pusan National University, Pusan, Korea.
    • Corresponding Author: Chang-Mo Jeong. Department of Dentistry, Graduate School, Pusan National University, 10 Ami-dong 1ga, Seo gu, Busan, 602-739, Korea. +82 51 240 7438: Email: cmjeong@pusan.ac.kr
    Received June 19, 2008; Revised December 11, 2008; Accepted December 30, 2008.

    Abstract

    Statement of problem

    A casting connection technique is widely used for repair, correction and addition to base metal framework. However, a casting connection technique may increase the risk of failure in clinical situations when high stresses exist.

    Purpose

    The purpose of this study was to investigate the mechanical retentive groove design comparatively to increase the joint strength by using the three-dimensional finite element analysis model of a 3-unit fixed partial denture.

    Material and methods

    Ten finite element models were constructed. (Model A: One retentive groove, Model B: Two retentive grooves, Model C: Three retentive grooves, Model D: Four retentive grooves, Model E: One horizontal groove and two vertical grooves, Model F: Two horizontal grooves and one vertical groove, Model G: One groove with the enlarged dimension, Model H: Two grooves with the enlarged dimension, Model I: One groove with the increased height, Model J: One groove with the increased width of base). The vertical force was applied to the mesial and the distal fossa to the casting connection of mandibular first molar.

    Results

    The main factors, affecting joint strength of casting connection were both the retention between the primary cast and the secondary cast and the thickness of the primary cast remaining after preparing retentive groove. The increase of retentive force, according to the numbers and the dimension of retentive groove had an effect on distributing stress. However, in some cases, the increase of retentive force resulted in the increase of stress by reducing thickness of the primary cast in the connection area.

    Conclusion

    The design of retentive groove that limits number of retentive groove for metal thickness and increases the depth of retentive groove for retention is highly recommended.

    Keywords
    Casting connection; Retentive groove; Joint strength; Three-dimensional finite element analysis

    Figures

    Fig. 1
    Geometric model.

    Fig. 2
    Three-dimensional finite element model.

    Fig. 3
    Experiment 1: Retentive grooves with the different numbers.

    Fig. 4
    Experiment 2: Retentive grooves with the different positions.

    Fig. 5
    Experiment 3: Retentive grooves with the enlarged dimension in comparison with model A and B of experiment 1.

    Fig. 6
    Experiment 4: Retentive grooves with the increased height (model I) or width of base (model J) in comparison with model G of experiment 3.

    Fig. 7
    Diagrams of maximum von Mises stresses of casting connection area.

    Fig. 8
    Distribution of von Mises stresses of the primary (left) and the secondary (right) cast of each model from experiment 1 to experiment 4.

    Tables

    Table I
    Experimental condition of the casting connection

    Table II
    Material properties

    Table III
    Maximum von Mises stresses (MPa) of the primary and the secondary cast in the connection area

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    MeSH Terms
    Denture, Partial, Fixed
    Finite Element Analysis
    Joints
    Molar
    Retention (Psychology)
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