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Perceived Status and Care Practices among Complete Denture Wearers.
Neeraj Sharma1, Jyotsna Shukla1, Dheeraj Sharma2
1Department of Prosthodontics, Modern Dental College & Research Centre, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|November 5, 2020
Summary
Many complete denture wearers practice daily cleaning, but clinical exams reveal poor denture status. Improved patient education on denture care and self-assessment is crucial for better oral health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthodontics
- Oral Health Management
- Public Health Dentistry
Background:
- Oral health remains a significant public health concern, evidenced by low utilization of dental services and poor oral health status.
- Conventional dentures are a primary treatment for tooth loss, but inadequate denture care practices increase the risk of complications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the perceived status and actual care practices of complete denture wearers.
- To identify areas for improvement in patient education regarding denture maintenance and hygiene.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 1000 complete denture wearers at Modern Dental College and Research Centre, Indore.
- Utilized self-administered questionnaires for denture care practices and clinical examinations for denture status assessment.
- Data analyzed using SPSS version 20.0.
Main Results:
- Most participants cleaned dentures daily using a brush and water, and removed them nightly.
- Approximately 90% perceived their denture status as good or fair.
- Clinical examinations indicated that over half of the participants had poor denture status.
Conclusions:
- There is a clear need to enhance patient education and counseling on denture maintenance and hygiene.
- Educating patients on how to effectively assess their own denture status is essential for proactive oral health management.
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