Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2018
Volume : Volume 8
Issue : Issue 1
Address for correspondence :
Dr. Kumari Kavita.
drsantoshanand0802@gmail.com
Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) in edentulous subjects provided with implant-retained mandibular overdentures (ICDs) and that of conventional complete dentures (CCDs). Materials and methods: Participating patients received new CCDs initially and later received two mandibular interforaminal implants and had their mandibular CCDs converted into ICDs with either Positioner or Magnetic attachments. Questionnaires were used to assess OHRQoL (verified Hindi version of OHIP-14) at different stages of treatment with CCDs and ICDs. Evaluations were carried out at 3 months with new CCDs and 3 months after mandibular ICD provision. The data obtained were statistically analysed and compared. Results: In all the 15 subjects who completed the protocol, a significant improvement was observed in OHRQoL when CCDs were converted into ICDs. Conclusion: Implant-retained mandibular dentures (ICDs) can be successfully used for improving oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) which in turn can boost patient satisfaction.
Keywords: Implant, oral health, over denture.
