Effect of telescopic distal extension removable partial dentures on oral health related quality of life and maximum bite force: A preliminary cross over study

ConclusionWITHIN The Limitations of This Study, Mandibular Telescopic Distal Extension Removable Partial Dentures with Cantilevered Extensions Were Associated with Improved Oral Health Related Quality of Life and Maximum Bite Force Compared to Telescopic or Conventional PRDP.
CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCETelescopic distal extension removable prostheses is an esthetic restoration in partially edentulous patients with free end saddle. This article describes the addition of cantilevered extensions of this prosthesis. The results showed that telescopic distal extension removable prostheses with cantilevered extensions were associated with improved oral health related quality of life and maximum bite force compared to telescopic or conventional RPDs.

Source: Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry - September 11, 2017 Category: Dentistry Authors: Moustafa Abdou Elsyad, Aisha Zakaria Mostafa Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research