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Satisfaction with complete immediate dentures and complete immediate overdentures. A 1 year survey
R E Jonkman1, M A Van Waas, W Kalk
1Department of Oral Function and Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation
|November 1, 1995
Summary
Immediate complete dentures provide high patient satisfaction within one year, regardless of treatment type. Most patients adapt well, experiencing improved eating and overall comfort with their new dentures.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Immediate denture therapy is a common treatment for patients requiring tooth extraction.
- Assessing patient satisfaction is crucial for evaluating the success of prosthetic treatments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate denture satisfaction in patients undergoing immediate denture therapy over a one-year period.
- To compare satisfaction levels between different types of immediate dentures in the mandible.
Main Methods:
- Seventy-four patients requiring immediate mandibular dentures were randomly assigned to three groups: complete immediate dentures, immediate overdentures without attachments, or immediate overdentures with magnetic attachments.
- Denture satisfaction was assessed using questionnaires at multiple time points before and up to one year after treatment.
Main Results:
- Approximately 85% of patients in all three groups reported satisfaction with their dentures after one year.
- Patients generally adapted well, experienced improved eating capabilities, and maintained consistent satisfaction throughout the study period.
- No significant differences in denture satisfaction were observed between the treatment groups.
Conclusions:
- Immediate complete dentures lead to high patient satisfaction within the first year, irrespective of the specific prosthetic approach.
- Despite potential initial discomfort, patients are generally satisfied with immediate dentures, indicating successful adaptation and function.
- The choice of immediate denture treatment (complete vs. overdenture with or without attachments) did not influence overall patient satisfaction after one year.