Occlusal Balance Effect on Mandibular Bone Density by Using Fractal Analysis in Complete Denture Patients (Split-Mouth Study)

Launched by BADR UNIVERSITY · Mar 19, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how the balance of bite pressure affects the density of bone in the lower jaw of patients who wear complete dentures. Bone density is important because it can impact how well dentures fit and how comfortable they are. The study is being conducted on men aged 45 to 75 who have lost all their teeth and currently use complete dentures. To participate, potential volunteers need to have a specific type of jaw alignment and enough space between their upper and lower jaws.

Participants in this study can expect to receive careful evaluations regarding their dental health and bone density. The trial aims to understand better how different factors influence bone health in denture wearers, which could lead to improved treatment options in the future. It's important to note that certain health conditions, like severe smoking habits or specific jaw issues, may prevent someone from joining the study.

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Completely edentulous patients ranging from age 45 to 75 years
• • Angle's Class I skeletal relationship
• • Normal facial symmetry
• • Cooperative patients
• • Adequate inter-arch space not less than 12mm
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Temporomandibular disorders
• • Uncontrolled diabetes
• • Bleeding disorders or anticoagulant therapy
• • Flabby tissues or sharp mandibular residual ridge.
• • Heavy smokers.
• • Patient's with neuromuscular disorders
• • Patients on chemotherapy or radiotherapy
• • Severe psychiatric disorders
• • Angle's class II and III skeletal relationship