Factors associated with edentulous patients ’ willingness about implant-supported complete denture: a multivariate analysis

ConclusionPrevious experience with mandibular complete dentures and dissatisfaction about retention influence the willingness about mandibular implant-supported overdenture.Clinical relevanceMany factors are associated with rehabilitation preferences for edentulous patients and mandibular implant-supported complete denture is one of the available alternatives. Therefore, this study has demonstrated the factors influencing the decision to replace a mandibular conventional complete denture by dental implant treatment based on patient ’s outcomes. Such finding may be considered as a relevant aspect towards shared decision-making for prosthodontic rehabilitation of edentulous patients.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research