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{"title":"Retentive Properties of Novaloc-TiN and Locator Overdenture Attachments: An In Vitro Physical and Thermal Analysis.","authors":"Dana Jafarpour, Nesma El-Amier, Eric Krochmalnek, Lei Wu, Damiano Pasini, Raphael de Souza","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9723","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9723","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To compare the in-vitro retentive forces of Novaloc-TiN and Locator attachment systems for two-implant overdentures before and after insertion-removal and compressive cyclic loading, representing up to 12 months of wear.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Insertion-removal and compression-cycles of two-implant Novaloc (Novaloc® TiN, Straumann) and Locator (Locator®, Straumann) overdenture attachments embedded into 3D-printed acrylic blocks were performed (n=10 each). For compressive cycling, a force approximating 66.7-N was applied at the center of the blocks using a Bose ElectroForce Fatigue Testing machine over a sum of 300,000 cycles per sample. The retentive force was recorded at baseline and after certain insertion-removal (23, 270, 540, and 1080) and compression-cycles (5k, 25k, 75k, 150k, and 300k). Deformation and crystallization were assessed using micro-computed tomography and differential scanning calorimetry coupled with thermal gravimetric analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Compressive cycling of two-implant overdenture yielded a greater retentive force for Locator attachments relative to Novaloc-TiN attachments at simulated mastication equivalent to one-week, one, three, six and 12-months of wear. However, Locator attachments displayed fluctuating retentive forces throughout the 300,000-cycle duration. Retention forces for Novaloc system had no significant differences between baseline and the following 300,000 cycles, indicating consistent retention throughout the cycling duration. Similarly, insertion-removal cycles resulted in retention loss for Locator, whereas Novaloc showed more consistency.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Novaloc-TiN system offers superior durability following compressive and insertion-removal cycling. This indicates more longevity for retentive forces relative to Locator attachment system, despite the lower overall retentive forces of Novaloc attachments.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-25"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-05-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147857894","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Electrochemical Corrosion Behavior of Cobalt-Chromium and Titanium-Aluminum-Vanadium Alloys Fabricated by Casting, Milling, and Laser Sintering in Acidic and Neutral Media.","authors":"Burcu Naz Bolat, Alikemal Ozdemir, Rafat Sasany, Seyed Ali Mosaddad","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9720","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9720","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To evaluate the electrochemical corrosion behavior, metal ion release, and weight change of cobalt-chromium (Co-Cr) and titanium-aluminum-vanadium (Ti-6Al-4V) alloys fabricated by casting, milling, and laser sintering after immersion in different media.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A total of 105 disk-shaped specimens were fabricated using casting (Co-Cr only), milling, or laser sintering. Electrochemical parameters, open-circuit potential, corrosion potential (Ecorr), corrosion current density (Icorr), and corrosion rate, were obtained using a potentiostat. Specimens were immersed in artificial saliva, cola, or lemon juice for 14 days. Metal ion release was quantified by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry, weight change was determined gravimetrically, and surface morphology was assessed by scanning electron microscopy. Statistical analysis used a 3-way robust factorial ANOVA with post hoc tests (α=.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Immersion solution significantly affected all corrosion parameters (p<.001), with cola producing the most aggressive profile and artificial saliva the lowest. Laser-sintered specimens showed higher corrosion rate, Icorr, ion release, and weight loss than milled specimens (p<.001). Ti-6Al-4V exhibited greater corrosion susceptibility than Co-Cr (p=.001). Significant Solution×Material interactions were observed for all parameters (p=.001), and Method×Material interactions were significant for corrosion rate, Icorr, and weight loss (p=.001). A 3-way interaction was present for Icorr and weight loss (p<.05). Cast Co-Cr also showed solution-dependent differences (p<.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Corrosion behavior of metal alloys is strongly influenced by alloy type, fabrication method, and immersion medium. Acidic beverages, particularly cola, markedly increase corrosion, whereas milled Co-Cr exhibited the most favorable resistance.</p><p><strong>Clinical relevance: </strong>These findings may assist in comparative evaluation of dental alloy systems and fabrication methods under chemically aggressive conditions, which could be relevant for material selection in patients with increased exposure to acidic environments.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-26"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147718951","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Preliminary Investigation on Physicomechanical Properties of High-Performance Polymers Reinforced on Three-Dimensional Printed Denture Base.","authors":"Lee Hao-Ern, Alauddin Muhammad Syafiq, Said Zulfahmi, Ghazali Mohd Ifwat Mohd, Sulaiman Eshamsul","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9402","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9402","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Additive manufacturing (AM) techniques in denture manufacturing offer advantages such as customization and rapid production but might exhibit weaknesses in mechanical strength and durability. This study aimed to evaluate the physicomechanical characterization of 3D-printed dentures base by enhancement with high performance polymers Polyetherimide (PEI) microfillers reinforcement for potential improvement.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The PEI microfillers (ULTEMTM 1000 PEI; SABIC) were incorporated into the 3D printing denture base resin (NextDent Denture 3D+; 3D systems) through polymer blending at various concentrations of 0.5, 1, 2, 3% (w/w) respectively and printed using LCD 3D printer (Mono 4K; Anycubic). The mechanical and physical properties were characterized in flexural strength and modulus, fracture toughness, and surface morphology utilizing Universal Testing Machine (SLBL-5kN; Shimadzu) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) (JSM 4600 SEM; JEOL).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The incorporation of PEI micro fillers had increased the mechanical properties of the 3D printing denture base resin. The 0.5% group demonstrated the greatest flexural strength (101.5±3.73 MPa) among all tested group (p<0.001). However, the flexural strength deteriorated as the composite ratio increased above 0.5% (p=0.054). All the reinforced denture base resin groups have a higher flexural strength over the unmodified resin. In the fracture toughness, the 0.5% group exhibited the greatest fracture toughness and the property decrease as the filler content increased above 0.5% (p<0.001). One-way ANOVA were performed. The microfillers were consistently rounded under SEM.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study confirmed that the incorporation of micro fillers demonstrated potential in enhancing the physicomechanical properties of the 3D printed denture base material.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719240","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Clinical Evaluation of Two Different Healing Protocols for the Single Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture. A Randomized Clinical Trial.","authors":"Karim Foda, Nouran Abdel Nabi, Amr Ahmed Nagib, Marwa Abdel Aal","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9616","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9616","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To record Implant stability and marginal bone height changes for Submerged and Non submerged protocol for the Single Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture (SIMRO).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A single symphseal implant was installed in a completely edentulous mandible. At implant placement, the Implant Stability Quotient (ISQ) was recorded using the Osstell device. Using sealed envelopes, patients were randomized into Non-submerged (NS) and Submerged (S). After 3 month, implant stability for both groups was recorded using Osstell device (ISQ). The periotest device was used to follow up implant stability (PTV), and marginal bone height changes were recorded at pick up and after 12 month. Comparison of ISQ within groups was done using the Paired t-test. The Mann- Whitney U test for two independent groups was used to compare between marginal bone height changes and PTV. P values less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A significant decrease in the ISQ values for both groups was observed, NS showed a statistically significant higher ISQ value (74.89±3.473) than S (71.53±6.122) (P=0.017) after 3 month. Marginal bone height changes and PTV didn't show any significant difference but were in favor for NS protocol.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Both healing protocols showed physiologically acceptable implant stability and marginal bone height changes after 12 month. The Non submerged protocol improved stability with minimum marginal bone height changes for SIMRO.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-33"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719223","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Shade Variation Influences Color Mismatch in CAD-CAM Lithium Disilicate Crowns Relative to Corresponding Shade Guide.","authors":"Naphat Santiworanart, Nareudee Limpuangthip, Prarom Salimee","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9712","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9712","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To evaluate the influence of ceramic shade on color matching of CAD-CAM lithium disilicate (Li-disilicate) crowns relative to corresponding shade tabs, assessed based on Commission Internationale de l'Eclairage (CIE) values and nominal shade.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the shades of CAD-CAM Li-disilicate crowns (VITA Classical shades A3, B3, C3, and D3; n=5 per shade) using a spectrophotometer, an intraoral scanner, and visual assessment by nine observers with varying dental experience. Crowns were cemented onto shade-matched abutment. Color differences (ΔEab and ΔE00) were measured with the spectrophotometer and compared with perceptibility and acceptability threshold. Trueness (%) of each method was calculated using the corresponding shade tab as the reference. Independent samples t-test and one-way analysis of variance were used to compare the CIE values of the crown samples and their corresponding shade tabs.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Shade C3 showed the highest mean ΔEab (3.42 ± 0.32), exceeding the 3.3 acceptability threshold. ΔE00 values exceeded acceptability threshold of 1.8 for A3 (1.91 ± 0.61), B3 (1.93 ± 0.38), and C3 (2.82 ± 0.42). The spectrophotometer achieved 100% for A3, while B3 and C3 showed 0% trueness across spectrophotometer and intraoral scanner. Shade determined by human showed the lowest intra- and inter-method reliability.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Shades of CAD-CAM Li-disilicate crowns influenced the degree of color mismatch, assessed by both CIE values and nominal shade. The greatest ΔE values were observed in shade C3 crowns, and the spectrophotometer showed the lowest trueness for shades B3 and C3 crowns, indicating inconsistency between CIE values and nominal shade.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-21"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719078","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of Scanning Strategies on the Accuracy Metrics of Five Intraoral Scanners for Tooth-Supported Fixed Prostheses.","authors":"Mihriban Ucar Kartal, Deger Ongul, Sabire Isler Deger","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9696","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9696","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This in vitro investigation assessed the influence of scanning strategy on digital impression accuracy of five intraoral scanners (IOSs) for tooth-supported fixed prostheses and determined the optimal strategy for each scanner.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>A maxillary typodont model with abutment preparations was scanned using a high-precision extraoral scanner (Solutionix C500) to create a reference STL file. Five intraoral scanners (IOSs)-TRIOS 3, TRIOS 5, Aoralscan Elite, Medit i700/w, and Medit i900-were tested. A single operator performed 10 scans per IOS under standardized conditions, employing manufacturer-recommended (MR), scan lock (SL), or smart stitching (SS) scanning strategies based on software compatibility. Geomagic Control X, using best-fit alignment, evaluated the resulting STL files. Trueness and precision were quantified using root mean square (RMS) error, and statistical analysis involved one-way ANOVA and Duncan's post hoc test (α=.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Statistically significant differences in trueness and precision were identified among the intraoral scanners (IOSs) and scanning strategies (P < .01). The Aoralscan Elite consistently exhibited the highest level of accuracy, whereas the TRIOS 3 showed the greatest deviations within the MR and SL subgroups (P < .05). The influence of scanning strategy was significant for the Medit i700/w and Medit i900; however, no such effect was observed for the Aoralscan Elite or the TRIOS devices.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The scanning strategy significantly influenced the accuracy of the intraoral scanners (IOSs). Among all evaluated devices, the Aoralscan Elite exhibited the greatest trueness and precision.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-20"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"An Intra-Patient Cohort Study on the Effect of Resin-Cement Types on Cement Remnants in Implant-Supported Restorations.","authors":"Egle Vindasiutė-Narbute, Algirdas Puisys, Tadas Zvirblis, Kevser Pala, German O Gallucci, Ignacio Pedrinaci","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9757","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9757","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The choice of retention mechanism in implant-supported restorations (ISRs) strongly influences biological outcomes, with cement-retained ISRs linked to peri-implant complications due to excess cement. Factors such as crown design, margin location, and cement type affect the extent of residual cement and its clinical implications.</p><p><strong>Material & methods: </strong>This prospective, two-arm, non-randomized clinical trial compared cement remnants of self-adhesive resin (RC) and resin-modified glass ionomer (RMGIC) cement in 30 patients, and 60 ISR. Comparisons were performed on identical pairs of ISR tested within the same patients with a 1-week healing interval. The primary outcome variable was the ratio of cement-covered area to total crown area. Areas were analyzed ex-situ by standardized digital image analysis. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Wilcoxon Signed Rank and Kruskal-Wallis tests.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All specimens showed remnants of residual cement. In the crown-abutment interface, residual cement was detected on all four crown surfaces and for both types of cement, with total relative cement-covered areas ranging from 0.3% to 11.7% and average values between 1.5% (± 0.7%) and 2.0%. (± 2.4%). RMGIC resulted in higher cement residues than RC in all surfaces except the buccal surface, with differences reaching statistical significance in mesial sites (p=0.007). Other surface comparisons showed no statistical significance.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>RMGIC resulted in higher residue areas than RC. Within the limitations of this study, cement remnants appear to be unavoidable through standard clinical procedures, emphasizing the need for case-specific choice of the retention mechanism for ISRs. Screw-retained ISRs present a viable alternative.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-22"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719263","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Mouth Opening at Molar Regions: Clinical Assessment of the Accessibility in the Posterior Dental Area - A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Jenni Hjerppe, Julie Martin, Anina N Zuercher, Riccardo Kraus, Ronald E Jung, Marc Balmer","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9815","DOIUrl":"10.11607/ijp.9815","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To measure maximum mouth opening at first and second molar and central incisor region, and to evaluate the influence of age and gender on these measurements.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Maximum voluntary mouth opening was measured in millimeters at first molar, second molar, and central incisor region. Gender and year of birth were recorded. Statistical analysis was performed for the total sample as well as separately by gender and age group. Significance level was set at p=0.05.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>100 patients (56 males, 44 females) with mean age of 57.0 ± 16.2 years (range 22 - 85) were examined. The mean maximum mouth opening was 35.1 ± 4.9 mm at the first molar region, 29.2 ± 4.7 mm at the second molar region and 51.0 ± 6.7 mm at the incisal region. Male participants demonstrated significantly greater mouth opening values compared to female participants at all the study regions (p<0.05), while no age-related trend could be identified.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The findings of this study provide reference data for posterior intraoral accessibility. Within the limitations of this analysis, gender appeared to influence maximum mouth opening, with males showing greater values at all measurement regions, whereas age showed no significant linear trend.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Jaw Motion Tracking Systems in Dentistry: A Bibliometric Analysis From 2005 to 2025.","authors":"Hale Arikan Kalayci, Ebru Arslana, Muhammet Atmacaa, Selim Erkuta","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9772","DOIUrl":"10.11607/ijp.9772","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To map and characterize the dental literature on device- and technology-based jaw motion tracking systems using bibliometric methods.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Web of Science Core Collection was searched for English-language articles and reviews (2005-2025) in 'Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine' using jaw motion tracking topic terms and supplementary device/technology names. Three investigators screened titles/abstracts and full texts by consensus. Data extracted included publication year, journal, authors/affiliations/countries, keywords, references, and citations. VOSviewer (v1.6.20) was used for co-authorship analyses at the author, organization, and country levels and keyword co-occurrence mapping; citation trends were described without correlation testing.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 315 records were identified; 267 publications were included. The annual output increased over time, peaking at 36 publications in 2025. The most-cited article, by Uesugi and Shiga (2017), received 73 citations (8.11 per year), while a narrative review on digital occlusion technologies, by Revilla-Leon et al. (2023), received 63 citations (15.75 per year). VOSviewer mapping revealed key contributors (Gallo L.M. as a central connector; Kois J.C. and Revilla-Leon M. as the most productive), prominent institutions (University of Zurich and Tufts University), and influential countries (United States, Japan, and Germany). Keyword co-occurrence highlighted 'temporomandibular joint' (TMJ) and two themes: kinematics/TMJ assessment and digital occlusal workflows.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Research on jaw motion tracking in dentistry is growing. It focuses on mandibular kinematics, TMJ assessment, and digital occlusal workflows. Multicentred, clinically oriented studies are needed to improve research comparability and translation into practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-25"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147718967","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Correlation Between Patients' Satisfaction and the Quality of Porcelain Fused to Metal and All Ceramic Restorations. Cross Sectional Study.","authors":"Islam Abd Alraheam, Yara Oweis, Doha Abuobead, Eduard Ghrayeb, Hiba Abu Yabes, Sanaa Aljamani, Noor H Ismail","doi":"10.11607/ijp.9730","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11607/ijp.9730","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Patient satisfaction with dental restorations is influenced by functional outcomes, aesthetics, comfort, and longevity. However, limited evidence compares the quality of PFM and all-ceramic restorations with patient satisfaction. This study examines the correlation between patients' satisfaction and the quality of PFM and all-ceramic restorations.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A clinical examination was conducted on 100 patients using the modified USPHS evaluation criteria. Patients completed a questionnaire assessing sociodemographic factors, oral health habits, restoration characteristics, and overall satisfaction. Chi-square and Pearson correlation tests were used to analyze the data (P < 0.05).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the 100 patients, 62 had PFM restorations and 38 had zirconia/all-ceramic restorations. Satisfaction was reported by 84% of patients. Zirconia/all-ceramic restorations had significantly higher satisfaction (P = 0.02). Satisfaction correlated with anatomical form (P = 0.0001), marginal integrity (P = 0.0004), postoperative sensitivity (P = 0.0001), secondary caries (P = 0.03), and bleeding on probing (P = 0.0001). Bad odor was associated with poor marginal adaptation (P = 0.00), loss of restoration integrity (P = 0.017), and bleeding (P = 0.001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Zirconia/all-ceramic restorations led to higher satisfaction compared to PFM restorations made off base metal alloys. Factors like marginal fit, anatomical form, and oral hygiene significantly impacted satisfaction.</p><p><strong>Clinical implications: </strong>Clinicians should focus on providing high-quality restorations to improve patient satisfaction.</p>","PeriodicalId":94232,"journal":{"name":"The International journal of prosthodontics","volume":"0 0","pages":"1-15"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2026-04-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147719047","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}