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V N Okoje1, O O Dosumu, T O Alonge
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, and University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria. vnokoje@yahoo.com
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice
|June 22, 2012
Summary
Tooth loss significantly impacts Nigerians emotionally, affecting self-esteem and self-image. Many patients struggle with acceptance, experiencing sadness and depression, indicating long-lasting psychological effects.
Area of Science:
- Oral Health Psychology
- Psychosocial Impact of Dental Loss
Background:
- Tooth loss presents significant esthetic, functional, psychological, and social challenges.
- Difficult denture tolerance may stem from emotional distress rather than prosthetic issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the emotional experiences and life impacts of tooth loss among Nigerians.
- To explore the psychological adjustment to tooth loss in a Nigerian population.
Main Methods:
- A self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection.
- Consenting adult patients undergoing tooth extraction in Ibadan, Nigeria, participated.
- Data were analyzed using SPSS version 15.5.
Main Results:
- 90 respondents (35 males, 55 females) aged 0-70 years participated.
- 88% accepted tooth loss immediately, but 6.3% struggled, particularly those over 30.
- Emotional effects included sadness (12.9%), depression (6.4%), and feeling of aging (2.3%).
Conclusions:
- Emotional effects of tooth loss in Nigerian patients mirror those in developed countries.
- A notable number of patients experience prolonged difficulty accepting tooth loss, impacting self-esteem and self-image.
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