American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

Article	Citations
Has Invisalign improved? A prospective follow-up study on the efficacy of tooth movement with Invisalign	189
Class II malocclusion correction with Invisalign: Is it possible?	55
Outcomes of clear aligner treatment with and without Dental Monitoring: A retrospective cohort study	53
Social media and orthodontics: A mixed-methods analysis of orthodontic-related posts on Twitter and Instagram	49
Machine learning and orthodontics, current trends and the future opportunities: A scoping review	48
A cone-beam computed tomographic study evaluating the efficacy of incisor movement with clear aligners: Assessment of incisor pure tipping, controlled tipping, translation, and torque	47
Precautions and recommendations for orthodontic settings during the COVID-19 outbreak: A review	42
Development of a core outcome set for use in routine orthodontic clinical trials	41
Enamel demineralization during clear aligner orthodontic treatment compared with fixed appliance therapy, evaluated with quantitative light-induced fluorescence: A randomized clinical trial	41
Effect of print orientation and duration of ultraviolet curing on the dimensional accuracy of a 3-dimensionally printed orthodontic clear aligner design	40
Predictability of overbite control with the Invisalign appliance	40
Comparison of achieved and predicted crown movement in adults after 4 first premolar extraction treatment with Invisalign	33
Analysis of the thickness of 3-dimensional-printed orthodontic aligners	33
The effects of aligner overtreatment on torque control and intrusion of incisors for anterior retraction with clear aligners: A finite-element study	31
Validation of cervical vertebral maturation stages: Artificial intelligence vs human observer visual analysis	31
Urgencies and emergencies in orthodontics during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic: Brazilian orthodontists' experience	30
Fully automatic segmentation of sinonasal cavity and pharyngeal airway based on convolutional neural networks	29
Mental distress in orthodontic patients during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic	29
Multicollinearity	29
Efficacy of Invisalign attachments: A retrospective study	28
Skeletal effects of monocortical and bicortical mini-implant anchorage on maxillary expansion using cone-beam computed tomography in young adults	28
Effect of build angle and layer height on the accuracy of 3-dimensional printed dental models	28
Minimizing the aerosol-generating procedures in orthodontics in the era of a pandemic: Current evidence on the reduction of hazardous effects for the treatment team and patients	27
Impaction of maxillary canines and its effect on the position of adjacent teeth and canine development: A cone-beam computed tomography study	27
The effectiveness of traditional corticotomy vs flapless corticotomy in miniscrew-supported en-masse retraction of maxillary anterior teeth in patients with Class II Division 1 malocclusion: A single-	27

The impact of fixed orthodontic appliances and clear aligners on the oral microbiome and the association with clinical parameters: A longitudinal comparative study	27
Esthetic perception of clear aligner therapy attachments using eye-tracking technology	26
Problems and pitfalls in subgroup analysis and meta-regression	25
Efficiency evaluation of maxillary molar distalization using Invisalign based on palatal rugae registration	24
A survey of orthodontic clear aligner practices among orthodontists	24
Microimplant assisted rapid palatal expansion vs surgically assisted rapid palatal expansion for maxillary transverse discrepancy treatment	24
Changes in mechanical properties, surface morphology, structure, and composition of Invisalign material in the oral environment	24
Predicted and actual outcome of anterior intrusion with Invisalign assessed with cone-beam computed tomography	23
Adult orthodontic retreatment: A survey of patient profiles and original treatment failings	23
Evaluation of titanium dioxide coating on surface roughness of nickel-titanium archwires and its influence on Streptococcus mutans adhesion and enamel mineralization: A prospective clinical study	23
Mandibular buccal shelf and infrazygomatic crest thicknesses in patients with different vertical facial heights	22
Effect of saliva isolation and intraoral light levels on performance of intraoral scanners	22
Would midpalatal suture characteristics help to predict the success rate of miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion?	21
Changes in orthodontics during the COVID-19 pandemic that have come to stay	21
Do malocclusion and orthodontic treatment impact oral health? A systematic review and meta-analysis	21
Evaluation of masticatory muscle response to clear aligner therapy using ambulatory electromyographic recording	20
A cone-beam computed tomographic assessment of the proximity of the maxillary canine and posterior teeth to the maxillary sinus floor: Lessons from 4778 roots	20
External apical root resorption and vectors of orthodontic tooth movement	20
Orthodontic retention and retainers: Quality of information provided by dental professionals on YouTube	20
A novel method for fabricating nasoalveolar molding appliances for infants with cleft lip and palate using 3-dimensional workflow and clear aligners	20
Efficacy of botulinum toxin for treating a gummy smile	20
Is YouTube an adequate patient resource about orthodontic retention? A cross-sectional analysis of content and quality	19
The 50 most-cited articles on clear aligner treatment: A bibliometric and visualized analysis	19
Assessment of the effects of local platelet-rich fibrin injection and piezocision on orthodontic tooth movement during canine distalization	19
Likert scale vs visual analog scale for assessing facial pleasantness	18
COVID-19 and orthodontics—A call for action	18
Accuracy of 3-dimensional stereophotogrammetry: Comparison of the 3dMD and Bellus3D facial scanning systems with one another and with direct anthropometry	18
Three-dimensional accuracy of virtual planning in orthognathic surgery	18
What percentage of patients switch from Invisalign to braces? A retrospective study evaluating the conversion rate, number of refinement scans, and length of treatment	18
Orthodontically induced root resorption: A critical analysis of finite element studies’ input and output	17
The predictability of the mandibular curve of Spee leveling with the Invisalign appliance	17
Geometric morphometric analysis of growth patterns among facial types	16
Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of Zingiber officinale mouthwash on patients with fixed orthodontic appliances	16
Cytotoxicity and estrogenicity of a novel 3-dimensional printed orthodontic aligner	16
Orthodontic temporary anchorage devices: A qualitative evaluation of Internet information available to the general public	16
Protocols for orthodontic treatment of patients with temporomandibular joint disorders	16
The use of attachments in aligner treatment: Analyzing the “innovation” of expanding the use of acid etching–mediated bonding of composites to enamel and its consequences	16
A comparative assessment of failures and periodontal health between 2 mandibular lingual retainers in orthodontic patients. A 2-year follow-up, single practice-based randomized trial	16
Exploring heterogeneity in meta-analysis: Subgroup analysis. Part 1	16
Impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic on orthodontic patients and their attitude to orthodontic treatment	15
Three-dimensional printing and in-house appliance fabrication: Between innovation and stepping into the unknown	15
Maxillary dental and skeletal effects after treatment with self-ligating appliance and miniscrew-assisted rapid maxillary expansion	15
Clinical follow-up of corticotomy-accelerated Invisalign orthodontic treatment with Dental Monitoring	15
Distalization rate of maxillary canines in an alveolus filled with leukocyte-platelet–rich fibrin in adults: A randomized controlled clinical split-mouth trial	15
Skeletal and dental changes after maxillary expansion with a bone-borne appliance in young and late adolescent patients	15
Total maxillary arch distalization with modified C-palatal plates in adolescents: A long-term study using cone-beam computed tomography	15
Three-dimensional assessment of facial asymmetry using dense correspondence, symmetry, and midline analysis	15
Powered vs manual tooth brushing in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances: A systematic review and meta-analysis	15
Analysis of stress distribution in lingual orthodontics system for effective en-masse retraction using various combinations of lever arm and mini-implants: A finite element method study	15
Challenges, limitations, and solutions for orthodontists during the coronavirus pandemic: A review	15

Root resorption and ensuing cementum repair by Wnt/β-catenin dependent mechanism	15
Comparison of dental outcomes in patients with nonsyndromic complete unilateral cleft lip and palate who receive secondary alveolar bone grafting before or after emergence of the permanent maxillary c	14
Unplanned molar intrusion after Invisalign treatment	14
Three-dimensional evaluation of skeletal and dental effects of treatment with maxillary skeletal expansion	14
Prediction of rapid palatal expansion success via fractal analysis in hand-wrist radiographs	14
The impact of tooth-borne vs computer-guided bone-borne rapid maxillary expansion on pain and oral health–related quality of life: A parallel cohort study	14
Control of SARS-CoV-2 transmission in orthodontic practice	14
Temporomandibular disorders and orthodontics: What have we learned from 1992-2022?	14
The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network Adult Anterior Open Bite Study: Treatment success	14
Exploring heterogeneity in meta-analysis: Meta-regression analysis	14
Success of infrazygomatic crest bone screws: patient age, insertion angle, sinus penetration, and terminal insertion torque	13
Miniscrews for orthodontic anchorage: analysis of risk factors correlated with the progressive susceptibility to failure	13
Effect of different enamel pretreating agents on bonding efficacy and survival rates of orthodontic brackets: In vitro study and split-mouth randomized clinical trial	13
Occlusal changes in orthodontically treated subjects 40 years after treatment and comparison with untreated control subjects	13
Maxillary width and hard palate thickness in men and women with different vertical and sagittal skeletal patterns	13
Registration of digital dental models and cone-beam computed tomography images using 3-dimensional planning software: Comparison of the accuracy according to scanning methods and software	13
Comparison of 3-dimensional printing technologies on the precision, trueness, and accuracy of printed retainers	13
Professional consensus on orthodontic risks: What orthodontists should tell their patients	13
Root dilaceration in maxillary impacted canines and adjacent teeth: A retrospective analysis of the difference between buccal and palatal impaction	13
Relative effectiveness of facemask therapy with alternate maxillary expansion and constriction in the early treatment of Class III malocclusion	13
Automatic localization of cephalometric landmarks based on convolutional neural network	13
Ectopic eruption of the first permanent molar: Predictive factors for irreversible outcome	13
Proximal enamel thickness of the permanent teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis	13
Effects of a fixed functional appliance on upper airway volume: A 3-dimensional cone-beam computed tomography study	12
The predictability of the mandibular curve of Wilson, buccolingual crown inclination, and transverse expansion expression with Invisalign treatment	12
Prevalence of and risk factors for alveolar fenestration and dehiscence in the anterior teeth of Chinese patients with skeletal Class III malocclusion	12
Pharyngeal airway, hyoid bone, and soft palate changes after Class II treatment with Twin-block and Forsus appliances during the postpeak growth period	12
Machine learning in orthodontics: Automated facial analysis of vertical dimension for increased precision and efficiency	12
In-office 3-dimensional-printing: Does the hype obscure the hazards for the operator?	12
Direct to consumer orthodontics: Exploring patient demographic trends and preferences	12
Comparative analysis of panoramic radiography and cone-beam computed tomography in treatment planning of palatally displaced canines	12
The predictability of expansion with Invisalign: A retrospective cohort study	12
Biomechanical analysis for total distalization of the maxillary dentition: A finite element study	12
Three-dimensional assessment of mandibular asymmetry in skeletal Class I and unilateral crossbite malocclusion in 3 different age groups	12
Compressive stress in periodontal ligament under orthodontic movements during periodontal breakdown	11
Variability associated with mandibular buccal shelf area width and height in subjects with different growth pattern, sex, and growth status	11
Three-dimensional condylar changes from Herbst appliance and multibracket treatment: A comparison with matched Class II elastics	11
Exposure to the oral environment enhances the corrosion of metal orthodontic appliances caused by fluoride-containing products: Cytotoxicity, metal ion release, and surface roughness	11
Anterior tooth alignment and arch dimensions changes: 37-year follow-up in patients treated with and without premolar extraction	11
Where is the center of resistance of a maxillary first molar? A 3-dimensional finite element analysis	11
Effect of print angulation on the accuracy and precision of 3D-printed orthodontic retainers	11
A comparison of resin infiltration and microabrasion for postorthodontic white spot lesion	11
Comparison of treatment effects after total mandibular arch distalization with miniscrews vs ramal plates in patients with Class III malocclusion	11
Skeletal open bite treated with clear aligners and miniscrews	11
Short-term effects of microimplant-assisted rapid palatal expansion on the circummaxillary sutures in skeletally mature patients: A cone-beam computed tomography study	11
Clinical expression of programmed rotation and uprighting of bilateral winged maxillary central incisors with the Invisalign appliance: A retrospective study	11
Effects of bicortical anchorage on pterygopalatine suture opening with microimplant-assisted maxillary skeletal expansion	10
Asymmetry index for the photogrammetric assessment of facial asymmetry	10
The expression and regulation of Wnt1 in tooth movement–initiated mechanotransduction	10
Dentoskeletal comparison of miniscrew-anchored maxillary protraction with hybrid and conventional hyrax expanders: A randomized clinical trial	10
Accuracy and reliability of tooth widths and Bolton ratios measured by ClinCheck Pro	10
Direct printed removable appliances: A new approach for the Twin-block appliance	10
Are clear aligners environment friendly?	10
Complications, impacts, and success rates of different approaches to treatment of Class II malocclusion in adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis	10
Effect of print orientation on the dimensional accuracy of orthodontic aligners printed 3-dimensionally	10
Safe sites for orthodontic miniscrew insertion in the infrazygomatic crest area in different facial types: A tomographic study	10
Long-term evaluation of maxillary molar position after distalization using modified C-palatal plates in patients with and without second molar eruption	10
Predictability of overbite control with the Invisalign appliance comparing SmartTrack with precision bite ramps to EX30	10
Clinical expression of programmed mandibular canine rotation using various attachment protocols and 1- vs 2-week wear protocols with Invisalign SmartTrack aligners: A retrospective cohort study	10
A licensed orthodontist versus do-it-yourself orthodontics	10
Evaluation of interradicular space, soft tissue, and hard tissue of the posterior palatal alveolar process for orthodontic mini-implant, using cone-beam computed tomography	10
An in vitro evaluation of orthodontic aligner biomechanics around the maxillary arch	10
Roles of autophagy in orthodontic tooth movement	10
Presurgical orthodontic decompensation with clear aligners	10
Evaluation of anterior open bite correction in patients treated with maxillary posterior segment intrusion using zygomatic anchorage	10
Pharyngeal airway dimensional changes after orthodontic treatment with premolar extractions: A systematic review with meta-analysis	10
Association between root resorption and tooth development: A quantitative clinical study	10
Retention decisions and protocols among orthodontists practicing in Canada: A cross-sectional survey	9
Effect of premolar extraction on upper airway volume and hyoid position in hyperdivergent adults with different mandibular length	9
Canine avulsion: An extreme complication of a fixed mandibular lingual retainer	9
Evaluation of current additive manufacturing systems for orthodontic 3-dimensional printing	9
Factors associated with the stability of compensatory orthodontic treatment of Class III malocclusion in the permanent dentition	9
How is orthodontic treatment need associated with perceived esthetic impact of malocclusion in adolescents?	9
Comparison of clinical outcomes between Invisalign and conventional fixed appliance therapies in adult patients with severe deep overbite treated with nonextraction	9
Support vector machines	9
Outcomes used in trials regarding the prevention and treatment of orthodontically induced white spot lesions: A scoping review	9
Interradicular sites and cortical bone thickness for miniscrew insertion: A systematic review with meta-analysis	9
Risk factors for maxillary impacted canine–linked severe lateral incisor root resorption: A cone-beam computed tomography study	9
Measuring the accuracy of a computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing–based indirect bonding tray	9
Comparison between the designed and achieved mesiodistal angulation of maxillary canines and posterior teeth and influencing factors: First premolar extraction treatment with clear aligners	9

A comparative analysis of aerodynamic and anatomic characteristics of upper airway before and after mini-implant–assisted rapid maxillary expansion	9
Multidisciplinary management of permanent first molar extractions	9
Analysis of dental and basal bone arch form correlations in skeletal Class Ⅱ malocclusion	9
Surgical uprighting of mandibular second molars: A single-group retrospective cohort study	9
Hypodontia and its impact on a young person's quality of life, esthetics, and self-esteem	9
Keys to Class II correction: A comparison of 2 extraction protocols	9
Voxel-based superimposition of serial craniofacial cone-beam computed tomographies for facial soft tissue assessment: Reproducibility and segmentation effects	9
Evaluation of the ideal position of the maxillary incisor relative to upper lip thickness	9
Three-dimensional evaluation of smile characteristics in subjects with increased vertical facial dimensions	9
Chlorhexidine hexametaphosphate as a coating for elastomeric ligatures with sustained antimicrobial properties: A laboratory study	8
Are chin and symphysis morphology facial type–dependent? A computed tomography-based study	8
The influence of incisor inclination and anterior vertical facial height on facial attractiveness in an Asian woman	8
Attractiveness assessment by orthodontists and laypeople judging female profile modifications of Class II Division 1 malocclusion	8
Using Twitter to promote #orthodontic research and clinical innovations: Practice and challenges	8
Predictability of the deep overbite correction using clear aligners	8
Normality test: Is it really necessary?	8
Palatal expansion and relapse in rats: A histologic and immunohistochemical study	8
The 100 most-cited articles in orthodontic journals in the last 20 years	8
Effects of obesity on periodontal tissue remodeling during orthodontic movement	8
Effects of miniscrew-assisted orthodontic treatment with premolar extractions on upper airway dimensions in adult patients with Class II high-angle malocclusion	8
Finite element analysis of the biomechanical effect of clear aligners in extraction space closure under different anchorage controls	8
A prospective study of soft- and hard-tissue changes after mandibular advancement surgery: Midline changes in the chin area	8
Overcoming compact bone resistance to tooth movement	8
Esthetic impact of malocclusions in the anterior segment on children in the mixed dentition	8
Dronabinol inhibits alveolar bone remodeling in tooth movement of rats	8
Salivary microbiome and periodontal status of patients with periodontitis during the initial stage of orthodontic treatment	8
Differences in soft-tissue thickness changes after bimaxillary surgery between patients with vertically high angle and normal angle	8
Maxillary molar intrusion and transverse decompensation to enable mandibular single-jaw surgery with rotational setback and transverse shift for a patient with mandibular prognathism and asymmetry	8
Treatment of a twice-relapsed anterior open bite using temporary anchorage devices, myofunctional therapy, and fixed passive self-ligating appliances	8
Timing of force application on buccal tooth movement into bone-grafted alveolar defects: A pilot study in dogs	8
Dentoskeletal changes in open bite treatment using spurs and posterior build-ups: A randomized clinical trial	8
Long-term occlusal changes and patient satisfaction in patients treated with and without extractions: 37 years after treatment	8
Impact of orthodontic treatment need and deviant occlusal traits on oral health–related quality of life in children: A cross-sectional study in the Generation R cohort	8
Mandibular condylar remodeling characteristics after simultaneous condylectomy and orthognathic surgery	8
Biomechanical analysis of the maxillary molar intrusion: A finite element study	8
Buccal bone defects and transversal tooth movement of mandibular lateral segments in patients after orthodontic treatment with and without piezocision: A case-control retrospective study	8
Finite element analysis of C-expanders with different vertical vectors of anchor screws	8
Statistical heterogeneity: Notion and estimation in meta-analysis	8
Indirect vs direct bonding of mandibular fixed retainers in orthodontic patients: Comparison of retainer failures and posttreatment stability. A 5-year follow-up of a single-center randomized controll	8
Cephalometric evaluation of intrusion of maxillary posterior teeth by miniscrews in the treatment of open bite	8
Self-harm, dentofacial features, and bullying	8
Correction of bilateral heavily impacted second molar with improved super-elastic nickel-titanium alloy wires	8
Smile preferences of orthodontists, general dentists, patients, and the general public in three-quarter and lateral views	8
Dental changes in humans with untreated normal occlusion throughout lifetime: A systematic scoping review	8
The influence of mobile applications and social media-based interventions in producing behavior change among orthodontic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis	8
Association between initial complexity, frequency of refinements, treatment duration, and outcome in Invisalign orthodontic treatment	8
Distalization of maxillary molars with Invisalign aligners in nonextraction patients with Class II malocclusion	8
Three-dimensional comparison of the effects of sliding mechanics in labial and lingual orthodontics using the finite element method	8
Supervised learning	7
Do low-cost 3-dimensional printers produce suitable dental models?	7
Efficacy of pulsed electromagnetic field in reducing treatment time: A clinical investigation	7
Sella turcica bridging and ponticulus posticus calcification in subjects with different dental anomalies	7
Adolescents’ perception of malocclusion, their motivations, and expectations concerning the orthodontic treatment. Is it all about attractiveness? A qualitative study	7
A comparison of Class II open bite correction by maxillary or mandibular surgery	7
When convenience trumps quality of care: A population-based survey on direct to consumer orthodontics	7
Cephalometric analysis of dental and skeletal effects of Carriere Motion 3D appliance for Class II malocclusion	7
Long-term follow-up of late maxillary orthopedic advancement with the Liou-Alternate rapid maxillary expansion-constriction technique in patients with skeletal Class III malocclusion	7
Factors contributing to delay or absence of alveolar bone grafting	7
Computer-aided design and manufacturing of bone- and tooth-borne maxillary protraction with miniscrews and Class III elastics: Can we contemporize Class III treatments in growing patients?	7
Negative online reviews of orthodontists: Content analysis of complaints posted by dissatisfied patients	7
Long-term stability and condylar remodeling after mandibular advancement: A 5-year follow-up	7
Upper airways after mandibular advancement orthognathic surgery: A 4-year follow-up	7
Effect of treatment of transverse maxillary deficiency using rapid palatal expansion on oral health-related quality of life in children: A randomized controlled trial	7
Introduction to machine learning	7
A comparative assessment of information recall and comprehension between conventional leaflets and an animated video in adolescent patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment: A single-center, ran	7
Orthodontic loading activates cell-specific autophagy in a force-dependent manner	7
A cross-sectional retrospective study of normal changes in the pharyngeal airway volume in white children with 3 different skeletal patterns from age 9 to 15 years: Part 1	7
Appointment impact and orthodontic emergency occurrence during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic: A retrospective study	7
A randomized, 3-month, parallel-group clinical trial to compare the efficacy of electric 3-dimensional toothbrushes vs manual toothbrushes in maintaining oral health in patients with fixed orthodontic	7
Duration of tooth alignment with fixed appliances: A systematic review and meta-analysis	7
Finite element analysis of various thickness occlusal stabilization splint therapy on unilateral temporomandibular joint anterior disc displacement without reduction	7
Influence of incisor position control on the mandibular response in growing patients with skeletal Class II malocclusion	7
The effects of aligner anchorage preparation on mandibular first molars during premolar-extraction space closure with clear aligners: A finite element study	7
Gingival blood flow before, during, and after clenching, measured by laser Doppler blood flowmeter: A pilot study	7
Three-dimensional mandibular dental changes with aging	7
Comparison of facial soft tissue changes after treatment with 3 different functional appliances	7
A qualitative study of orthodontic patients' experiences in quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak	7
Age-dependent effects of transverse maxillary deficiency treated by microimplant-assisted rapid palatal expansion: A prospective cone-beam computed tomography study	7
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. orthodontic practices in 2020	6
Precision and trueness of maxillary crowded models produced by 2 vat photopolymerization 3-dimensional printing techniques	6
Time series analysis	6
Analysis of nasal airway symmetry and upper airway changes after rapid maxillary expansion	6
A comparison of patient testimonials on YouTube of the most common orthodontic treatment modalities: Braces, in-office aligners, and direct-to-consumer aligners	6
Effect of microimplant assisted rapid palatal expansion on bone-anchored maxillary protraction: A finite element analysis	6
Product advertisements in orthodontic journals: Are they evidence-based?	6
Fixed-effect versus random-effects model in meta-regression analysis	6
An analysis of clinical and imaging features of unilateral impacted maxillary central incisors: A cross-sectional study	6
Quantitative investigation of the esthetic impact of lip prominence in relation to the esthetic line	6
The influence of breastfeeding and pacifier use on the association between preterm birth and primary-dentition malocclusion: A population-based birth cohort study	6
A comparative assessment of the dentoskeletal effects of clear aligners vs miniplate-supported posterior intrusion with fixed appliances in adult patients with anterior open bite. A multicenter, retro	6
Diagnostic assessment of tooth maturation of the mandibular second molars as a skeletal maturation indicator: A retrospective longitudinal study	6
Twin-block and mandibular anterior repositioning appliances effects in Class II malocclusion correction	6
Miniscrew mechanics for molar distalization and incisor intrusion in a patient with a Class II brachyfacial pattern and gummy smile	6
Extraction vs nonextraction of premolars for orthodontic treatment: A scoping review examining the extent, range, and characteristics of the literature	6
The effects of lingual buttons, precision cuts, and patient-specific attachments during maxillary molar distalization with clear aligners: Comparison of finite element analysis	6