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From: Stability of different fixation methods after reduction malarplasty under average and maximum masticatory forces: a finite element analysis

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Colour-coded spectrum demonstrating the highest and lowest Von Mises stress distribution over the overall model, zygoma bone, and fixation methods under average (150 N/mm2) and maximum (750 N/mm2) masticatory forces. SP square plate, 3HP 3-hole-plate, LPwM L-shaped plate with a short wing on the maxilla, MT Mortice–Tenon, LPwZ L-shaped plate with a short wing on the zygoma, 2LS 2 long bicortical screws

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