A Cross Sectional Study to Evaluate Relative Awareness About Different Implant Abutments in Anterior Aesthetic Region: A Survey based

Abstract

Background and Aim: Loss of teeth affects both a person’s appearance and performance. It also poses a negative impact on psychological and social wellbeing. Implant abutment is an integral part of implant supported prosthesis. There is a difference in the level of awareness about dental implant abutment among population. The aim of this study was to conduct a cross sectional survey study to evaluate relative awareness about different implant abutments in anterior aesthetic region.

Materials & Methods: Total forty dentists were selected by random sampling procedures. Questions concerning about implant abutment were framed and given to dentists for their opinions. Total five questions were set and evaluated logically. In the conduct of this survey, the guidelines of ethical consideration were strictly adhered to and participants filled out the questionnaire after signing informed consent. Data was sent for statistical analysis using SPSS software. P value less than 0.05 was kept as significant.    

Statistical Analysis & Results: Results showed that in 25-29 years age group, total 6 patients were seen. P value was highly significant for this age group (0.02). Also, p value was highly significant in response to the question ‘Awareness of dental implant abutment retention systems and costs’. Similarly, the P value was highly significant in response to the question ‘Familiarity with custom made implant abutments’.

Conclusion: Authors concluded that dental implant abutment awareness relatively fair in studied dental practitioners. Most of the participants have good knowledge of prefabricated and custom made implant abutments. Authors also expect other long term studies to be conducted in order to establish other significant guidelines in these regards.