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Area of Science:

  • Orthodontics
  • Biomaterials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Background:

  • Miniscrews are vital for orthodontic anchorage, but their 100% success rate is not achieved.
  • Conflicting literature results on miniscrew geometric parameters highlight the need for standardized analysis.
  • Initial stability is critical for successful miniscrew function in orthodontic applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To verify the reasonableness of conflicting literature findings on miniscrew geometric parameters using consistent conditions.
  • To identify optimal miniscrew design parameters for enhanced initial stability.
  • To investigate the impact of geometric factors on miniscrew primary stability.

Main Methods:

  • Employed the Taguchi method with an L9(3^4) orthogonal array for experimental design, reducing 81 models to 9.
  • Utilized ANOVA for optimization analysis of four control factors: thread pitch, thread depth, tip taper angle, and self-tapping notch.
  • Assessed primary stability using bending strength, pull-out strength, insertion torque, and self-tapping performance.

Main Results:

  • Single-objective experiments aligned with existing literature.
  • Collective analysis of multiple stability indicators did not yield a single optimal solution.
  • The multi-objective optimal solution under equal weighting was determined as A2B2C1D1, indicating specific parameter levels.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal miniscrew design parameters vary significantly depending on the stability indicator analyzed.
  • Contradictory trends among stability indicators (bending strength, pull-out strength, insertion torque, self-tapping performance) necessitate a multi-objective optimization strategy.
  • A multi-objective approach is essential for the rational and reliable design of orthodontic miniscrews to maximize initial stability and clinical success.