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 3
Address for correspondence :
Dr. Rahul Anand Razdan.
RahulAnandRazdan@gmail.com
Background: In the time and age of extensive medical research, the world population growth rates along with the extended life expectancy has led to an increasing demand for conventional removable dentures. This treatment modality avoids surgical risks, difficulties and costs associated factors with implant prostheses. The complete edentulous condition influences the well-being, life satisfaction and nutrition levels of individuals. Material and method: An elaborated clinical study was conducted by the department of prosthodontics of our dental collage. The study was approved by the ethics board and an informed consent was obtained from the participants. A total of 64 patients were selected over a time period of one year. The exclusion criteria were regarded as cognitive impairment, motility disorders and serious illness. All patients were accessed according to the four major standards i.e. (a) phonetics, (b) appearance, (c) functionality and (d) nutrition status. All the 64 patients were given a questionnaire, which was accessed before the treatment and three weeks post insertion of the denture. Result: Out of 64 patients, 13 patients were previous denture wearers. (20%) now, 27 out of 64 patients had chief complaint of inability to chew food. (42%). Out of 64 patients 12 patients (19%) complained of poor aesthetics. Nearly 21 patient’s complaint of poor phonetics (33%). Rest 4 patients’ complaint of embarrassment (6%). Nearly 29 out of 64 patients were male and 35 were female. Around 19 patients were smokers (30%). About 8 patients suffered from denture stomatitis (12.5%). On ridge evaluation 12 patients (19%) has type 1 ridge. Type 2 ridge was seen in 20 patients (31%). Nearly 9 patients (14%) had type 3 ridge type and 23 patients (36%) had type 4 ridge type. Conclusion: It can be concluded that wearing complete denture has a significant impact on physical pain, physical disability and psychological disability of the participants. Attempt should be made by the treating clinician so as to make a positive attitude for the patientdecisions. Applying the Evidence-Based process to the periodontal literature will improve periodontal treatment.
Keywords: Cognitive, denture, quality.
