A Novel Indigenously Developed Device to Measure Bite Force

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Dental Technology
• Biomechanics

Background:

• Bite force measurement is critical in stomatology for assessing masticatory performance.
• Existing global devices for bite force measurement have limitations, including high cost and limited availability.
• There is a need for an accessible and accurate tool for dental practitioners.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop a novel, indigenous instrument for measuring human bite force.
• To create a cost-effective and user-friendly device for dental applications.

Main Methods:

• An indigenously developed instrument utilizing a sensor to measure electronic resistance changes under applied force.
• Microprocessor-based data acquisition to convert resistance changes into force values (Newtons).
• Instantaneous display of bite force results on the instrument's screen and connected devices.

Main Results:

• The developed instrument is accurate and capable of repeatable bite force measurements.
• The device is designed to be handy and user-friendly for dental practitioners.
• The instrument provides reliable data for evaluating masticatory performance.

Conclusions:

• An economical, lightweight, and user-friendly human bite force measurement device has been successfully developed.
• The indigenous instrument offers an accurate and reproducible solution for dental research and practice.
• This development addresses the need for accessible and reliable bite force evaluation tools in dentistry.