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[Complete removable dentures and the elderly at I.O.S., Dakar].

M T Seck, L Diop, S N Toure

    Odonto-Stomatologie Tropicale = Tropical Dental Journal
    |March 1, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    Elderly patients over 55 seeking restorative dentures at I.O.S. Dakar are typically urban dwellers, often housewives or retirees. High success rates indicate effective prosthetic care for this demographic.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Dentistry
    • Prosthodontics
    • Oral Health

    Context:

    • Focus on elderly patients (over 55) with functional, aesthetic, and psychological needs.
    • Study conducted at I.O.S. Dakar, analyzing patient records from 1986-1990.

    Purpose:

    • Evaluate the significance of elderly patients in surgical practice.
    • Characterize this patient group and identify specific aspects of restorative dentures.
    • Enhance teaching programs based on findings.

    Summary:

    • Retrospective study of 55+ patients receiving complete attached bimaxillary dentures (79.14%).
    • Majority were urban dwellers (Dakar), housewives, or retired individuals.
    • Common clinical issues included toothlessness, reduced vertical dimension, and residual ridge resorption.

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    Impact:

    • Restorative prostheses demonstrate high esteem due to competent care.
    • Findings inform therapeutic approaches and dental education for the elderly.
    • Highlights the importance of addressing functional needs in geriatric dental care.