Masticatory efficiency of shortened dental arch subjects with removable partial denture: A comparative study

Conclusion: Masticatory performance improved with the provision of RPD. However, the improvement was marked among the younger age groups, unilateral free end saddle subjects, and the male gender; thereby supporting the need for RPDs in patients with SDA.

Source: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice - April 13, 2017 Category: Rural Health Authors: JO Omo MA Sede TA Esan Source Type: research