Key Indicators of success or survival for clinical performance of fixed partial denture

Abstract

The introduction of the recent 2017 classification of periodontal diseases has been welcomed by the periodontal fraternity. The new classification has used available evidence as the backbone for its development. It has been felt by many experts that a good understanding is required for its practice. Towards this, a Malaysian PerioSymposium was organised in May 2019 to comprehend the classification and also to identify the right path towards its learning among undergraduate students of dentistry in Malaysia. The symposium was conducted and moderated by local and international experts. Apart from the few limitations identified, the new classification was recommended to be taught in the undergraduate dental programme across schools in Malaysia.

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Dentists Towards Resin Bonded Bridges Across Pakistan

“…5,9,11 Debonding of RBBs is the biggest disadvantage, still they show reasonable survival rates with systematic reviews estimating 5 years survival rate for RBBs at 87.7%, compared to conventional bridges at just over 90% and 94.5% for implant retained single crowns. [11][12][13][14][15] Balasubramaniam revealed the predicted 5 and 10 year survival rates of RBBs to be 83.6% and 64.9% respectively. 11 Survival rates vary between studies from 74-95% due to difference in factors that affect success and difference in follow up times.…”

“…11 Survival rates vary between studies from 74-95% due to difference in factors that affect success and difference in follow up times. 12,13 Thoma et al estimated a 91.4% survival after 5 years and 82.9% after 10 years. 14 However, it is important to understand that debonding may not be an absolute failure, as function and aesthetics can be restored by rebonding.…”