TITLE:
Prevalence of Denture Related Oral Mucosal Lesions among Edentulous Patients Consulting Moroccan Dental Hospital
AUTHORS:
Aicha Oubbaih, Yasmina Cheikh, Zineb Aljalil, Anas Mahboub, Samira Bellemkhannate
KEYWORDS:
Complete Denture, Oral Mucosal Lesions, Prevalence
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Access Library Journal,
Vol.12 No.1,
January
22,
2025
ABSTRACT: Objectives: Conventional complete dentures are the most common treatment for edentulous patients, but they can be associated with denture-related mucosal lesions (DRMLs), which can negatively affect patient comfort and oral health. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of DRMLs and their associated risk factors in a Moroccan population. Methods: An epidemiological, descriptive, and cross-sectional study was conducted at the Removable Prosthodontics Department of Ibn Rochd Dental Center, Casablanca, from November 2022 to October 2023. A total of 132 patients with complete dentures were examined. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire covering demographics, denture characteristics, and maintenance habits, followed by clinical examination for DRMLs. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS, with p Results: Among 132 patients, 39% (52 patients) presented with 59 mucosal lesions. The most common types were traumatic ulcers (34%), denture stomatitis (27%), and flabby ridges (20%), with the majority located in the maxilla (66%). Higher frequencies of DRMLs were observed among females, patients over 40 years old, individuals with impaired general health, dentures less than 5 years old, poor oral hygiene, and those missing follow-up appointments. However, these associations were not statistically significant. The only significant factor was the location of prosthesis placement (p = 0.01), which showed a clear association with the presence of DRMLs. Discussion: This study shows a high prevalence of DRMLs in Moroccan edentulous patients, with an increased frequency observed in females, older patients, and those with poor hygiene and irregular maintenance. However, none of these associations reached statistical significance, the placement of the prosthesis was significantly linked to DRMLs. These findings emphasize the importance of proper denture fitting, clinical follow-up, and improved oral hygiene practices to prevent DRMLs. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to explore specific risk factors in the Moroccan population and develop tailored preventive measures.