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Table 3 The flow chart of this study

From: Influence of implant distribution on the biomechanical behaviors of mandibular implant-retained overdentures: a three-dimensional finite element analysis

Study steps

Detailed items

Model establishment

1. Model 00

2. Model 22

3. Model 23

4. Model 33

Type of load

1. VI

2. VM

3. IM

Results analysis

1. Stress distribution in peri-implant cortical bone

2. Stress in abutments

3. Pressure on the mucosa and the contact area between the denture and the mucosa

4. Displacement of denture free end