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Denture fracture--a survey

U R Darbar1, R Huggett, A Harrison

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics & Periodontology, University of Bristol Dental School.

British Dental Journal
|May 7, 1994
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Denture fractures are a common issue, with detached teeth being the most frequent repair (33%). Midline fractures in upper dentures and issues with acrylic resin saddles in partial dentures also represent significant repair needs.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Prosthetics
  • Materials Science in Dentistry

Background:

  • Denture fracture represents a persistent clinical challenge with significant repair costs.
  • Limited documentation exists regarding the specific types and prevalence of denture fractures encountered in practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate and document the prevalence of different denture fracture types.
  • To identify common failure modes in both complete and partial dentures requiring repair.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted involving the distribution of questionnaires to three dental laboratories.
  • Data on denture repairs were collected and analyzed to determine fracture type prevalence.

Main Results:

  • Debonded or detached teeth accounted for 33% of all denture repairs.

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  • Midline fractures, predominantly in upper complete dentures, comprised 29% of repairs.
  • Other fractures (38%) included detachment of acrylic saddles from metal bases and connector fractures in partial dentures.

    • Conclusions:

    • Denture fracture is a significant problem, with specific types like tooth debonding and midline fractures being particularly prevalent.
    • Understanding these fracture patterns is crucial for improving denture design and longevity.
    • Further research into materials and design could mitigate common failure modes in partial and complete dentures.