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Patient satisfaction with fixed partial dentures: a 5-year retrospective study.

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  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry, National Dental Centre, 5 Second Hospital Avenue, Singapore 168938. tken@pacific.net.sg

Singapore Dental Journal
|January 28, 2006
PubMed
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Most patients report high satisfaction with fixed partial dentures (FPDs) regarding function and aesthetics, with high willingness to recommend the treatment. However, many patients are unaware of the significance of gingival bleeding around FPDs.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Prosthodontics
  • Oral Health

Background:

  • Fixed partial dentures (FPDs) are a common solution for missing teeth.
  • Long-term patient satisfaction and oral hygiene awareness are crucial for treatment success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate long-term patient satisfaction with fixed partial dentures (FPDs) 5-8 years post-placement.
  • To assess patient awareness of oral health and hygiene practices related to FPDs.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study utilizing a survey questionnaire with 15 statements.
  • Patients rated aesthetics, function, comfort, and expectations on a 4-point scale.
  • Questions also assessed oral hygiene habits, awareness of gingival bleeding, and willingness to recommend treatment.

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Main Results:

  • High patient satisfaction reported: 95% for aesthetics, 96% for chewing comfort, 100% for speech.
  • 92.3% 5-year survival rate for FPDs.
  • 56% used interdental aids; 35% reported gingival bleeding during cleaning, with many unaware of its significance.

Conclusions:

  • Over 90% of patients are satisfied with FPDs functionally and aesthetically.
  • Most patients would recommend FPD treatment and consider costs reasonable.
  • A significant portion of patients lack awareness regarding the importance of gingival bleeding around FPDs and natural teeth.