Patient Satisfaction among Previous Denture Wearers: A Survey to Determine Factors Influencing Patient Experiences and Outcomes

Prosthodontic rehabilitation is a crucial aspect of dental treatment that can significantly improve the quality of life for patients.This is particularly true for older adults who may experience various dental issues such as tooth wear, discoloration, and loss of teeth.Maintaining proper oral health and functionality is essential for the overall well-being of geriatric patients.Dentures are the most common and cheapest prosthodontic rehabilitation technique.Patient satisfaction is closely linked to both functional and esthetic outcomes.Factors like denture fit, stability, and ease of use directly influence patient comfort, while psychological aspects, such as self-confidence and social interaction, also impact satisfaction.Satisfaction among previous denture wearers is a critical factor in determining the success of prosthetic treatment.Materials and methods: A closed-ended questionnaire was made and the survey was circulated among edentulous patients who were previous denture wearers.The responses were collected and analyzed. Objectives: To evaluate the satisfaction levels of former denture wearers. To estimate the correlation between denture satisfaction and various patient-related factors, including demographic characteristics, oral health practices, and experiences after the beginning of denture use.Results: Participants above the age of 60 were more satisfied compared with those less than 60.Individuals those living in urban areas with higher education can have higher expectations and end up being dissatisfied.Patients' satisfaction may not be affected by the experience with the dentist.The use of adhesive powder leads to lower sense of satisfaction.Conclusion: A significant association was found between the overall patients' satisfaction and experiences while wearing denture like pain while mastication, sores, or fit of the denture.There was a statistically significant association observed between the overall satisfaction level of patients and with each of age-group and place of residence.The satisfaction of the patient was found to be influenced by multiple factors amongst which the duration of denture worn played a vital role.