Shortened Dental Arch Concept and Its Effect on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life

Andres Felipe Aguirre-Osorio

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Shortened Dental Arch Concept and Its Effect on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life

Andres Felipe Aguirre-Osorio^*

Published in International Journal of Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Volume 11, Issue 1)

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Purpose: This review aimed to synthesize knowledge from the dental literature regarding the effects of the shortened dental arch (SDA) concept on patients' oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). Materials and Methods: A comprehensive search of English-language, peer-reviewed literature on the SDA was conducted using the Medline (PubMed), Embase (OVID), Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Studies that evaluated oral health-related quality of life as an outcome were critically appraised.Results: The literature reviewed indicates that patients with SDAs do not exhibit a statistically significant difference in overall OHRQoL scores compared to other study groups. Conclusion: When determining the most appropriate prosthodontic treatment for partially edentulous patients, it is essential to consider patient expectations and preferences. A fully rehabilitated dental arch does not always guarantee a successful outcome. Modern treatment approaches should prioritize function, patient satisfaction, and overall well-being rather than solely focusing on complete dentition restoration. The SDA concept offers significant advantages and may serve as a viable alternative to reduce the need for extensive restorative treatment in the posterior regions of the mouth.

Published in	International Journal of Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Volume 11, Issue 1)
DOI	10.11648/j.ijcoms.20251101.13
Page(s)	21-30
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Shortened Dental Arch (SDA), Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL), Oral Rehabilitation, Patient-Centered Care, Functional Occlusion

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  url = {https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijcoms.20251101.13},
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  abstract = {Purpose: This review aimed to synthesize knowledge from the dental literature regarding the effects of the shortened dental arch (SDA) concept on patients' oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). Materials and Methods: A comprehensive search of English-language, peer-reviewed literature on the SDA was conducted using the Medline (PubMed), Embase (OVID), Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Studies that evaluated oral health-related quality of life as an outcome were critically appraised.Results: The literature reviewed indicates that patients with SDAs do not exhibit a statistically significant difference in overall OHRQoL scores compared to other study groups. Conclusion: When determining the most appropriate prosthodontic treatment for partially edentulous patients, it is essential to consider patient expectations and preferences. A fully rehabilitated dental arch does not always guarantee a successful outcome. Modern treatment approaches should prioritize function, patient satisfaction, and overall well-being rather than solely focusing on complete dentition restoration. The SDA concept offers significant advantages and may serve as a viable alternative to reduce the need for extensive restorative treatment in the posterior regions of the mouth.
},
 year = {2025}
}

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TY  - JOUR
T1  - Shortened Dental Arch Concept and Its Effect on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life

AU  - Andres Felipe Aguirre-Osorio
Y1  - 2025/04/29
PY  - 2025
N1  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijcoms.20251101.13
DO  - 10.11648/j.ijcoms.20251101.13
T2  - International Journal of Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
JF  - International Journal of Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
JO  - International Journal of Clinical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
SP  - 21
EP  - 30
PB  - Science Publishing Group
SN  - 2472-1344
UR  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijcoms.20251101.13
AB  - Purpose: This review aimed to synthesize knowledge from the dental literature regarding the effects of the shortened dental arch (SDA) concept on patients' oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL). Materials and Methods: A comprehensive search of English-language, peer-reviewed literature on the SDA was conducted using the Medline (PubMed), Embase (OVID), Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Studies that evaluated oral health-related quality of life as an outcome were critically appraised.Results: The literature reviewed indicates that patients with SDAs do not exhibit a statistically significant difference in overall OHRQoL scores compared to other study groups. Conclusion: When determining the most appropriate prosthodontic treatment for partially edentulous patients, it is essential to consider patient expectations and preferences. A fully rehabilitated dental arch does not always guarantee a successful outcome. Modern treatment approaches should prioritize function, patient satisfaction, and overall well-being rather than solely focusing on complete dentition restoration. The SDA concept offers significant advantages and may serve as a viable alternative to reduce the need for extensive restorative treatment in the posterior regions of the mouth.

VL  - 11
IS  - 1
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