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Dental Research
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VOL. 6, ISSUE 1 (2024)
Knowledge, attitude and awareness about denture adhesives among dental under graduate students- a questionnaire study in Chengalpet district
Authors
R Pavithra, Shashanka Lalith, Krishnaveni, A T Nithyasree, V Priyadharshini
Abstract

A demographic revolution is taking place all around the world as the percentage of elderly people is rising faster than that of any other age group. With an increase in the average lifespan of the patient, Complete dentures rank among the most significant treatment options in Prosthodontics. If a patient’s newly created dentures lack stability or retention, it can lead to social anxiety and lack of confidence in them. Clinicians, frequently recommend denture adherents as a supplemental tool for denture aftercare because they find it difficult to establish comfort, stability and retention with removable dentures. It also support patients’ psychological confidence by increasing denture retention, particularly in their social lives.

The aim of the study is to evaluate knowledge, attitude and awareness of Dental Under Graduate students about denture adhesives in clinical practice. The survey was conducted among 251 students in Karpaga Vinayaga institute of dental sciences. The survey had 15 questions which was circulated through online forms. The data were collected, tabulated and interpreted. The survey’s findings indicate that while students have a generally good understanding of the use of denture adhesives as a retentive adjunct in denture fabrication, their depth of understanding regarding the adhesive’s indication in clinical practice, toxicity, and complications still needs to be improved.
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Pages:14-20
How to cite this article:
R Pavithra, Shashanka Lalith, Krishnaveni, A T Nithyasree, V Priyadharshini "Knowledge, attitude and awareness about denture adhesives among dental under graduate students- a questionnaire study in Chengalpet district". International Journal of Dental Research, Vol 6, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 14-20
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