Age and Condition of Dentures: Insights from Lebanese Denture Wearers

Georges Aoun, Wissam Sharrouf

Abstract: Background: Dentures play a crucial role in restoring functionality and aesthetics for individuals with tooth loss. In order to maintain oral health, dentures need periodic replacement. This study evaluates the age of dentures in a Lebanese sample population. Material and Methods: Two hundred ninety (161 females, 129 males; age range 40-80 years) were selected for this study, and the age of their dentures was ranked in three categories: a) rank 1: denture?s age between 1 and 4 years; b) rank 2: denture?s age between 4 and 8 years; and c) rank 3: denture?s age above 8 years. Descriptive statistics for patient age and gender and denture?s age were calculated, and percent distributions were reported. Results: In our sample of 290 patients, 254 (87.59%) were divided between those with dentures aged 1-4 years (168, 57.93%) and those with dentures aged 4-8 years (86, 29.65%); only 36 patients (12.41%) wore the same denture for more than 8 years. Conclusion: Of the 290 participants, the majority wore dentures aged less than 8 years, indicating adherence to normal replacement intervals. Findings highlight the importance of regular denture evaluation to prevent complications and maintain oral health.

Keywords: denture age, Lebanese population, oral health, prosthetic dentistry, acrylic dentures