Evaluation of Site Predilection of Alveoloplasty in Complete Denture - A Retrospective Study

Abstract

Alveoplasty is the common pre prosthetic procedure. It is done to provide a better anatomic environment
and create proper supporting structures for denture construction. The aim of the pre prosthetic surgery is to
improve the better retention and stability of complete denture. Alveoloplasty is done to improve the quality
and condition of the hard and soft oral aiding structures, so that they can provide retentive, supportful and
stable dentures.The aim of the study is to evaluate the site predilection of alveoplasty procedure for complete
denture.The Retrospective study was conducted in the University setting. Data were collected from the
patients who visited Dental college. We Reviewed patient records and analysed the data of 86000 patients
between June 2019 and March 2020, 120 patients data were included out of 86000 patients. The reports
included Age , Gender , anatomical site of alveoloplasty done. Records on each case were examined and
tabulation of the data was done in excel sheets followed by statistical analysis using SPSS software with Chi
- Square test.The results were obtained as graphs and charts. The study had a total sample of 120 subjects
out of which 52.5% were male and 46.7% were female. Carried out in a age group of 33 - 83 years. 35% of
participants in the age group of 55 - 65 years had undergone Alveoloplasty more when compared to other
age groups. 62% of Males underwent Alveoloplasty more when compared to females (38%). Alveoloplasty
was performed more in lower arch (32.9%) when compared to other sites. Within the limitation of the
study ,Males underwent Alveoloplasty more when compared to females. Alveoloplasty was performed
predominantly more in lower arch when compared to other sites.