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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering
  • Craniofacial Anatomy and Trauma
  • Computational Modeling and Simulation

Background:

  • Zygomatic bone fractures commonly occur due to impacts from accidents or sports.
  • Zygomatic implants can alter force distribution, increasing fracture risk.
  • Accurate anatomical models are crucial for simulating and understanding these fractures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a complex finite-element method (FEM) model of the stomatognathic system.
  • To analyze zygomatic bone behavior under various impact velocities.
  • To provide realistic simulations for injury prevention and implant design.

Main Methods:

  • Developed an FEM model based on 3D scans of actual bones.
  • Simulated impacts using a steel cylinder at speeds of 5, 10, 15, and 20 km/h.
  • Analyzed bone damage using ductile fracture and fracture energy criteria.

Main Results:

  • Crush fractures occurred at 15 and 20 km/h, with forces up to 400 kg.
  • 10 km/h impacts showed combined crushing and bending.
  • Maximum stresses concentrated at the zygoma-jaw junction, exceeding 100 MPa.

Conclusions:

  • The FEM model accurately represents the mechanical behavior of the zygomatic bone under impact.
  • Higher impact velocities lead to more severe zygomatic bone fractures.
  • Findings support advancements in injury prevention and zygomatic implant design.