A Finite Element Analysis of Orthodontic Single Buccal Tube with Hook, on Molar Tooth Movement

Abstract

Buccal tubes are usually attached to the molar bands during orthodontics fixed appliance therapy. The molar tooth provides area of anchorage and forces are applied from the buccal tube hook. The hook is positioned in the mesial part of the tube, and force is applied (minimum 50 grams to maximum 150 grams) on hook. Because of the applied force on hook, there is a reactive change in molar position in the form of translation. The aim of this work is to show the molar tooth mesial translation for the applied force on the buccal tube hook.