Assessment of patient’s satisfaction for removable dentures (partial and complete) according to masticatory efficacy, retention and aesthetics in dental department of tertiary care hospital in Rawalpindi Islamabad.

Abstract

Objectives: The goal of this study is to determine the level of satisfaction among people who use dentures. These denture wearers may be of any age, demographic, occupation, or status. Denture satisfaction is multifaceted, influenced by a wide range of factors ranging from denture quality to patients' psychological and socioeconomic circumstances, necessitating a holistic approach to denture fabrication and patient education. Gap: The literature review reveals a significant research gap in denture adaptability and long term satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of longitudinal studies that track satisfaction over time. Furthermore, the importance of dentist-patient communication in managing expectations and increasing satisfaction is highlighted. Methodology: This study used a cross-sectional study design with a detailed demographic analysis of 210 respondents from Rawalpindi and Islamabad, using questionnaires to assess denture satisfaction across multiple domains such as comfort, aesthetics, and functionality. Findings: The methodology included ANOVA tests to investigate the effect of age, employment status, and comorbidity on denture satisfaction, which revealed significant associations. The findings highlight the complexities of denture satisfaction, which is influenced by a wide range of factors, including denture quality as well as patients' psychological and socioeconomic status. The statistical analysis, which included descriptive statistics and correlation analysis, revealed information about the average quality, aesthetics, speaking abilities, and retention of the dentures, emphasizing moderate to positive levels of satisfaction while identifying areas for improvement. Implications: Healthcare providers need demographic data to tailor services and resources to different patient populations. Demographic data analysis improves interventions, services, patient satisfaction, and outcomes. We recommend fitting sessions, instructional materials, pain management solutions, nutrition coaching, emotional support, and regular checkups for personalized denture care. Sample homogeneity, cross-sectional design, and the need to incorporate patient feedback and dental technology changes limit existing studies. To improve patient outcomes, future research will focus on dental prosthesis customization, patient education, novel materials, denture psychosocial effects, and denture model comparisons. Keywords: Partial dentures, Complete dentures, Quality of dentures, Patient satisfaction