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Evaluation of Maximum Bite Force in Patients with Complete Dentures
Kujtim Shala1, Arlinda Tmava-Dragusha1, Linda Dula1
1Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine, School of Dentistry, Prishtina, Kosovo.
Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences
|April 4, 2018
Summary
Maximum bite force (mBF) increased over time for new complete denture wearers, especially on the dominant side. This indicates improved functional adaptation with experience.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry and Oral Health
- Biomechanical Engineering
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Complete denture wearers (CDWs) often experience adaptation challenges.
- Assessing functional adaptation is crucial for denture success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate maximum bite forces (mBF) on dominant (DS) and non-dominant sides (NDS) after new complete denture insertion.
- To determine the influence of prior experience and gender on mBF.
- To identify mBF as a variable for functional adaptation assessment.
Main Methods:
- 88 complete denture wearers (CDWs) participated.
- Maximum bite force (mBF) measured using a piezoelectric gnathodynamometer.
- Data analyzed using One Way Repeated Measurement of ANOVA.
Main Results:
- Average mBF increased over the observation period on both DS and NDS.
- Significant increases in mBF were observed on the DS (p=0.0001) compared to NDS (p=0.047).
- Prior experience significantly influenced mBF on both sides.
Conclusions:
- Maximum bite force (mBF) is a significant indicator of functional adaptation in new complete denture wearers.
- mBF measurements can help assess the effectiveness of denture adaptation over time.
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