Research Article

The Use of the Finite Elements Method (FEM) to Determine the Optimal Angle of Force Application in Relation to Grooves Notched into a Zirconia Coping with the Aim of Reducing Load on a Connection with Veneering Ceramic

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Map of stresses reduced according to the Huber (Mises) hypothesis depending on the angle of orientation of the applied load in relation to the groove pattern. (a) = 0°  =309 MPa, (b) = 15°  =270 MPa, (c) = 30°  =226 MPa, and (d) = 45°  =220 MPa.

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