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In practice evaluation of a denture adhesive using a gnathometer.
Jason J Psillakis1, Robert F Wright, John T Grbic
1Clinical Dentistry (Prosthodontics), School of Dental and Oral Surgery, Columbia University, New York, NY 10032, USA. jpsillakis@yahoo.com
Summary
Denture adhesive significantly improves biting force and patient satisfaction for complete denture wearers. This study demonstrates enhanced performance, confidence, and comfort with adhesive use.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthetics
- Biomaterials Science
- Clinical Dentistry
Background:
- Maxillary complete dentures are common prosthetic solutions.
- Denture stability and function can be compromised over time.
- Denture adhesives are widely used to improve retention and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To quantify the performance improvement of maxillary complete dentures with adhesive use.
- To assess patient-reported outcomes regarding denture adhesive efficacy.
- To evaluate the impact of denture adhesives on biting force, fit, comfort, and confidence.
Main Methods:
- 194 complete denture wearers participated in the study.
- Denture performance was measured quantitatively (bite force dislodgement) with and without adhesive.
- Patient perceptions were gathered via questionnaire, assessing function, fit, comfort, and confidence.
Main Results:
- Denture adhesive use improved bite force dislodgement by 63.4%.
- Over 79% of patients reported better denture performance with adhesive.
- Significant improvements were noted in speaking, chewing, fit, comfort, and confidence.
Conclusions:
- Denture adhesives enhance incisal biting force in complete denture wearers.
- Subjective patient reports indicate improved denture performance and confidence with adhesive use.
- Adhesives offer a valuable adjunct for improving the functional and psychological outcomes of complete denture wear.