A randomised trial of a simplified method for complete denture fabrication: patient perception and quality

Autor(es)

Regis, R. R. ^[1] ; Cunha, T. R. ^[1] ; Della Vecchia, M. P. ^[1] ; Ribeiro, A. B. ^[1] ; Silva-Lovato, C. H. ^[1] ; de Souza, R. F. ^[1]

Afiliação do(s) autor(es)

^[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Ribeirao Preto Dent Sch, Dept Dent Mat & Prosthodont, BR-14040904 Ribeirao Preto, SP - Brazil

• Tipo de documento: Artigo Científico
• Fonte: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation; v. 40, n. 7, p. 535-545, JUL 2013.
• Citações Web of Science: 18

Resumo

Complete denture fabrication involves a series of complex technical procedures. Nevertheless, simplified methods may be as effective as conventional ones albeit the lesser use of time and resources, without disadvantage for the patient. This study compared a simplified method for complete denture fabrication to a conventional protocol in terms of oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL), patient satisfaction and denture quality. Forty-two edentulous patients requesting treatment with complete dentures were randomly allocated into two study groups. Group S received dentures fabricated by a simplified method and Group C received conventionally fabricated dentures. Before interventions and after three and 6months following insertion, OHRQoL and patient satisfaction were analysed by specific instruments. A prosthodontist assessed denture quality 3months after delivery. Groups presented no difference for OHRQoL, denture quality and general satisfaction. Differences regarding patient satisfaction with some aspects of the dentures were found after 3months (S>C), but were insignificant at 6months. It was concluded that the simplified method is able to produce dentures of a quality comparable to those produced by the conventional method, influencing OHRQoL and patient satisfaction similarly. (AU)

• Processo FAPESP: 10/09381-9 - Método simplificado versus convencional de confecção de próteses totais para aplicação na saúde pública. parte ii: satisfação do paciente, qualidade das próteses e qualidade de vida
• Beneficiário: Romulo Rocha Regis
• Modalidade de apoio: Bolsas no Brasil - Doutorado