Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-6 | Issue-08 | 372-377
Original Research Article
The Relationship between Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Problems: A Systematic Review
Dr. Hind Majed E. Alotaibi, Dr. Laila Mohammad Alanazi, Dr. Waad Mohammed Alghamdi, Dr. Musab Majed E Alotaibi, Dr. Razan Salem Alzahrani, Dr. Rawan Nasser Almutairi, Dr. Ahmed Bin Sawad, Dr. Dalal Jumah Alturaif, Dr. Mohammed Ahmed Al Attas, Dr. Fatima Sultana
Published : Aug. 25, 2021
Abstract
The specialization of dentistry dealing with the replacement of missing teeth is primarily considered as prosthodontics. Prosthodontics maybe divided into two types: fixed prosthodontics and removable prosthodontics. The fixed prosthodontics plays a crucial role in restoring the function and mastication of the teeth, restoring aesthetics of the face, maintaining integrity and health of the dental arch, and support temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Gingivitis, also known as the gum inflammation is a mild symptom reported after fixing of Fixed Denture Prostheses. Untreated gingivitis over the period of time with the development of bacteria can lead to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a serious gum disease that can damage the soft tissue and bone that can cause tooth loss. To search the online databases like MEDLINE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) and PubMed. All the articles in English language were selected to review. It was designed in accordance to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. About 10 articles were finalized manually by the investigators for full analysis based on their eligibility to the present topic of study. Various studies have accounted for the association between fixed prostheses and the gingival problem. The health of the gingiva can be determined by using the diagnostic tools like Plaque Index (PI) and Gingival Index (GI). While reviewing all the articles related to the gingival problems associated with the fixed prostheses, we found that there is lack of knowledge given to the patient related to maintaining the prostheses.