This document discusses a finite element analysis of stresses in involute gear teeth. A 2D and 3D finite element model of spur gear teeth were created in ANSYS. Bending and contact stresses were analyzed for different applied torques and material properties. The results from the finite element models were compared to theoretical calculations using AGMA and Hertz contact stress equations. The 2D model was found to provide more accurate stress results than the 3D model, while requiring less computational resources. The type of contact condition modeled was found to significantly impact the stress results.