Load transfer in the fossa component in TMJ arthroplasty
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چکیده
The TMJ articulation is a very complex system with muscles, ligaments and cartilage. The latest option is TMJ arthoplasty. The present work studies the behavior of a commercial fossa in a total TMJ implant. The most critical region is the first two screws in the condyle and the cranium. The fossa component presents some critical aspect in the stress observed. The contact point with the fossa component generates bone damage and could increase the risk of fracture of the fossa component.
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