Complete removable prostheses: from expectation to (dis)satisfaction.
Gerodontology
; 26(2): 143-9, 2009 Jun.
Article
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OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this survey was to increase our knowledge on the experience and feelings of edentulous people, 6 months after having acquired and worn a pair of complete removable prostheses. BACKGROUND: The incorporation of conventional, complete removable prostheses may be an appropriate treatment which can result in an improvement in the quality of life of people who have lost their teeth. METHODS: The 12 patients of the sample were interviewed individually according to a semi-structured questionnaire so as to create an atmosphere for open conversation regarding the subject matter. For each participant, photographs, before dental treatment and after the use of the prostheses, were taken. The images of the prostheses were reviewed and impressions were collected. RESULTS: The analysis of participant's statements allowed one to verify if the complete removable prostheses improved the quality of life; however, difficulties encountered could lead users to abandon their prostheses. CONCLUSION: Appropriate investment on the part of health professionals, together with the clarification of information and the monitoring of patients, may well minimise these difficulties.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Boca Edêntula
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Satisfação do Paciente
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Prótese Total
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Política de Saúde
Tipo de estudo:
Qualitative_research
Aspecto:
Patient_preference
Limite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
País/Região como assunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Gerodontology
Ano de publicação:
2009
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Brasil
País de publicação:
Reino Unido