Influence of implant configuration on stress distribution in quad zygoma implant systems: A finite element analysis
Journal of Prosthodontics, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1111/jopr.70225
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Prosthodontics
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, EMBASE, MEDLINE, Natural Science Collection (ProQuest), Biological Science Database (ProQuest), Biomedical Reference Collection: Corporate Edition (EBSCO), Health Research Premium Collection (ProQuest)
- Anahtar Kelimeler: finite element analysis, implant configuration, ZAGA classification, zygomatic implants
- Gazi Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different zygomatic implant configurations on the biomechanical behavior of implant-supported prosthetic systems under varying bone conditions using finite element analysis. Materials and Methods: Four three-dimensional (3D) finite element models were developed based on two different anatomical conditions representing Zygoma Anatomy Guided Approach (ZAGA) Type 1 and Type 3. In each ZAGA type, two implant configurations were created by positioning zygomatic implants in different regions: lateral incisor–first molar and first premolar–first molar. All models were subjected to vertical and oblique loading conditions. Stress distribution in the peri-implant bone, implants, abutments, and metal framework, as well as implant displacement, was analyzed. Results: Under vertical loading conditions, Models 2 and 4 demonstrated lower stress values and more balanced load distribution, whereas Models 1 and 3 exhibited higher stress concentrations. In contrast, under oblique loading conditions, Models 1 and 3 showed more favorable stress values compared to Models 2 and 4. Implant displacement values were generally higher in Models 2 and 4. Within the limitations of the present finite element analysis, overall biomechanical response patterns were broadly comparable between the ZAGA Type 1 and Type 3 conditions. Conclusion: Implant configuration appeared to influence the biomechanical behavior of quad zygomatic implant systems under the tested loading conditions. Models 1 and 3 generally showed a more favorable response under oblique loading, whereas the corresponding models in ZAGA Type 1 and Type 3 exhibited broadly comparable biomechanical patterns.