Facts and Fallacies: An Evidence Base for Complete Dentures
2006; Mark Allen Group; Volume: 33; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês
10.12968/denu.2006.33.3.134
ISSN2515-589X
Autores Tópico(s)Dental Health and Care Utilization
ResumoThe rate of edentulism is falling but many edentulous people still need complete dentures. There is poor correlation between the quality of dentures and patient satisfaction. There is no evidence that a more complex fabrication technique including face-bow registration results in a better clinical outcome. Balanced occlusion/articulation is not necessary for successful complete denture function. Variations in materials and techniques appear to have only minor influence, if any, on the clinical end result. Psychosocial factors, especially a good relationship between dentist and patient, are more important than prosthodontic factors for a positive outcome.
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