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A randomized clinical trial comparing retention of complete dentures and oral health quality of life of patients with conventional and bioelectric impressions

Year: 2024

Type: article

Study designs: Randomized Controlled Trial, Clinical Trial

Abstract: The aim of the present study was to comparatively evaluate the retention of complete dentures and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) of patients with conventional and bioelectric impressions or transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS). A total of thirty (n = 30) completely edentulous patients were randomly distributed into two groups: Group-C (n = 15) (Conventional) and Group-T (n = 15) (bioelectric). In Group C, border molding was performed using the manual manipulation of borders, and the final impression was made using zinc-oxide eugenol. In Group T, border molding and final impression were performed with the TENS application. Dentures were fabricated, and retention was evaluated with a digital gauge. OHRQoL was assessed at insertion and after three months of follow-up using the Oral Health Impact Profile Edentulous in Hindi (OHIP-Edent-H) questionnaire. A two-way ANOVA test was used for the significance level ( P < 0.05). Student t-test was used for intergroup comparison, and paired t -test was used for intragroup comparison of OHRQoL. There was no significant difference in the retention of maxillary and mandibular dentures fabricated with both techniques ( P = 0.283, P = 0.682). Although, OHRQoL increased significantly in both groups at follow-up ( P = 0.001). However, at follow-up, the Functional Limitation (FL) domain was significantly better in the conventional group. Although, there was no significant difference in retention and OHRQoL between both groups. However, more clinical trials with large samples and longer follow-ups are required to reach a conclusive result.

Source: Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research

DOI: 10.1016/j.jobcr.2024.12.006

Authors: Sapna Rani, Pankaj Dhawan, Vidushi Saxena

Institution: Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies

Language: English

Topic: Dental materials and restorations

Subfield: Orthodontics

Field: Dentistry

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,800