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Publication Assessment of Level of Expectation and Awareness towards Dental Implants among Complete Denture Patients and Partial Denture Prostheses Wearers(Kathmandu University, 2020) KC, Basnyat S; Sapkota, B; Shrestha, S; Rimal, UABSTRACT Background Among many options to replace missing teeth, dental implant is widely popular but willingness to have implant treatment and its success depends on patients’ knowledge and expectations as well as the care, skill, and judgment of clinicians. Objective The main objective of this study was to assess awareness, expectation and source of information about dental implant among complete and removable partial denture wearers and to find association between them. Method A questionnaire consisting of 6 close-ended questions was used to assess the level of knowledge and awareness among patients visiting Dental Outpatient Department of Dhulikhel Hospital regarding dental implants as a treatment option for replacing missing teeth. Chi-square test was used to study the association between demographic variables and awareness about implantation. Statistical software SPSS 20.0 was used for data analysis. Result Our results revealed significant difference in age (p=0.001), education level (p=0.03) and occupation (p=0.004) in awareness of dental implant and no significant difference in gender (p=0.567), compared between complete and removable partial denture wearers. Due to lack of awareness, lower educational status and advanced age the patients responded that they “did not know “ in answer to almost all the questions. Conclusion The awareness level of dental implant was low among complete and removable denture patients and this was associated with a low level of education and lack of accurate information about dental implants. KEY WORDS Awareness, Complete denture, Dental implant, Expectation, Partial denturesPublication Full Coverage Crowns and Resin-bonded Bridge Combination for Missing Mandibular Anterior Teeth(Kathmandu University, 2018) Rokaya, D; Mahat, Y; Sapkota, B; KC, Basnyat SABSTRACT Most often the anterior teeth and those that are visible when a patient speaks or smiles are chosen for esthetic restorations. The mandibular anterior fixed bridge often presents problems to the dentist due to the size of the natural teeth and their visibility. In addition, due to high cost factor, many patients are not able to afford fixed partial denture for missing anterior teeth. This article describes a cost effective technique for the restoration of missing mandibular anterior teeth by fabrication of full coverage crowns and resin-bonded fixed bridge combination. KEY WORDS Crown, Mandibular anterior teeth, Resin-bonded bridgePublication Oral Hygiene and Gingival Health in Patients with Fixed Prosthodontic Appliances - A Six Month Follow-up(Kathmandu University, 2015) KC, Basnyat S; Sapkota, B; Shrestha, SABSTRACT Background Gingival inflammation and periodontal disease are the common complications of fixed dental prosthesis. They can be overcome by good oral hygiene maintenance. Objective The objective of this study was to assess the oral hygiene and gingival condition in patients after placement of fixed dental prosthesis for a period of six months. It was also analyzed how factors like type of fixed dental prosthesis (Single crown, fixed partial denture) and material (Metal, Porcelain fused to metal) are statistically associated with oral hygiene and gingival health. Method The sample consisted of 50 patients visiting the Dental Outpatient Department of Dhulikhel Hospital. The oral examinations were conducted using basic diagnostic tools (Mouth mirror, periodontal probe and explorer). Teeth and gingiva were examined using the Plaque and Gingiva Index by Silness and Löe. The examinations were conducted after 14 days and six months after placement of fixed dental prosthesis along with the oral hygiene instructions. Paired sample t-test were done to find statistical association using SPSS 16.0. Result Our results revealed no significant difference in plaque index among patients with single crown whereas fixed partial denture showed statistical significance. No significant differences were found for type of material. The statistical analysis showed similar results for gingival index. Conclusion Our research showed that single crown had no significant difference on Plaque index and Gingival index of the patient after 14 days and six months, whereas, Fixed partial denture showed significant difference. Both metal and porcelain fused to metal crown revealed no statistically significant difference on Plaque index and Gingival index. KEY WORDS Fixed partial denture, gingival index, oral hygiene, plaque index, single crown