Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction in Implant-supported Dentures retained with Ball and Bar Attachment through Verbal Rating System

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ABSTRACTTeeth loss is a traumatic experience. It disturbs the total integrity of the masticatory system. Its successful rehabilitation should address a range of biomechanical problems, tolerances, and perceptions. Implant-supported overdenture with two implants placed in the interforamina region is a predictable treatment option in edentulous mandible rather than conventional complete denture as it offers increased stability, comfort, and patient compliance. Success in complete dentures is still an unanswered question as various authors have differing opinion. Patients and prosthodontists often disagree on a successful denture experience. Criteria for quality standards in denture fabrication have been articulated; however patients and prosthodontists often disagree on a successful denture experience. This study was carried out to determine patient satisfaction with implant-supported overdentures and its impact on the treatment outcome. Thirty edentulous patients were randomly divided into two groups to receive implant-supported overdentures supported with two implants in the interforamina region of mandibular arch retained with either ball or ball attachment. Questionnaires were given to the patient before and after treatment at 3- and 6-month interval. Data collected were statistically analyzed. Results obtained from this study show that patients with implant-supported overdentures were more satisfied with the treatment outcome, and there was no significant difference in patient satisfaction between the two groups.How to cite this articleSingla N, Nagarajan T. Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction in Implant-supported Dentures retained with Ball and Bar Attachment through Verbal Rating System. Int J Experiment Dent Sci 2017;6(1):1-5.