DOI: 10.11607/ijp.3866, PubMed ID (PMID): 25390876Pages 579-581, Language: EnglishXiao, Wei / Li, Zhiyong / Shen, Shiqian / Chen, Shaowu / Wang, Yining / Wang, JiaweiThis preliminary study evaluated the adjunctive supporting role of diverse implant positions on stress distribution in a Class I removable partial denture (RPD) design. Nine three-dimensional finite element models were prepared to simulate mandibular RPD designs with three different loading conditions applied. Implantsupported designs demonstrated lower stress value concentrations and mucosal displacement.
