Denture Fabrication Techniques for Toothlessness
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores two methods for making dentures for individuals needing new full sets for both upper and lower teeth. It compares a traditional technique with a modern digital method called Easdent Digital Complete Denture Fabrication, which uses 3D printing. The goal is to determine which method is more efficient, preferred by patients, and better for dental students to learn. Participants should require new dual-arch complete dentures and be able to attend all appointments. As an unphased trial, this study allows participants to contribute to advancements in dental technology and improve future denture fabrication methods.
What prior data suggests that these denture fabrication techniques are safe?
Studies have shown that both the Easdent digital method and the traditional method for making complete dentures use materials that are generally safe and well-tolerated. The Easdent method employs digital technology and 3D-printed trays, which fit well without major safety concerns. Research indicates that digital dentures, like those made with Easdent, often use FDA-approved materials, ensuring safety in clinical practice.
Traditional dentures use materials and processes with a long history. They typically involve PMMA, a material commonly used in dentures. This method is widely accepted and has a history of safety for patients.
Neither technique has reported significant safety issues, making both reliable choices for those needing dentures. Participants in past studies have not shown major safety problems, indicating these methods are generally well-tolerated.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about these denture fabrication techniques because they offer an innovative approach to creating complete dentures for those without teeth. Unlike traditional dentures, which are crafted using conventional methods, the Easdent Digital Complete Denture Fabrication utilizes advanced 3D-printing technology to produce custom-fitted trays. This digital workflow promises greater precision and potentially faster production times, making it a game-changer for patients seeking comfortable and well-fitting dentures. By comparing these two methods, researchers hope to uncover a more efficient and effective way to improve the quality of life for individuals dealing with toothlessness.
What evidence suggests that this trial's denture fabrication techniques could be effective?
This trial will compare two denture fabrication techniques: Easdent Digital Complete Denture Fabrication and Traditional Complete Denture Fabrication. Studies have shown that dentures made with digital technology, such as the Easdent method, are often more efficient and cost-effective than traditional dentures. Research indicates that digital dentures fit more securely and comfortably. Users of digital dentures report high satisfaction due to quicker production and better fit. Traditional dentures are reliable and have been used for many years, but they typically take longer to produce and may not fit as well. Both types aim to improve the quality of life for those who need dentures, but digital methods might offer some modern benefits.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Heba Elkassaby, DMD, MDSc, FACP
Principal Investigator
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive complete dentures fabricated using both the traditional and Easdent digital workflows. The order of fabrication and delivery is randomized.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for adaptation to dentures and complete surveys on satisfaction and preference.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Easdent Digital Complete Denture Fabrication
- Traditional Complete Denture Fabrication
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants receive complete dentures fabricated using the conventional complete denture workflow.
Participants receive complete dentures fabricated using the Easdent digital complete denture workflow utilizing 3D-printed trays.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Digitally versus conventionally fabricated complete dentures
Conclusions: Digitally fabricated complete dentures are more cost-effective than conventionally fabricated dentures. There are various impacts ...
An overview of systematic reviews on patient-reported ...
Digitally fabricated dentures were time- and cost-effective, with better retention than conventionally fabricated dentures. A total of 88.9% of ...
Comparative Study of Denture Fabrication Techniques
The Easdent technique is a modification of the conventional method and utilizes FDA-approved materials and 3D-printed trays designed to record teeth position, ...
What is the impact of digital technologies on removable ...
Evidence indicates that digitally fabricated complete dentures demonstrate comparable or superior outcomes in retention, adaptation, and patient ...
Traditional Complete Denture Fabrication and Easdent Digital ...
The findings of this study may provide data regarding clinical efficiency, patient-centered outcomes, and educational feasibility of a modified denture ...
A comprehensive narrative review exploring the current ... - PMC
This review article comprehensively discusses the various treatment protocols and fabrication methods for complete digital dentures
Comparative Study of Denture Fabrication Techniques
The purpose of this study is to compare a traditional complete denture fabrication technique with the Easdent digital complete denture workflow.
Clinical Implementation of a Fully Digital Workflow for the ...
These findings are consistent with previous reports indicating that fully digital, subtractively milled complete dentures provide a predictable fit and reduce ...
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The data generated during the fabrication of the prototype can then be used as a guide for framework fabrication and milling of the definitive ...
Impact of digital fabrication techniques on the color stability of ...
Background This study evaluated the color stability of digitally fabricated complete dentures compared to conventional ones. Materials and ...
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