Citation
Jc. Davenport et al., Need and demand for treatment, BR DENT J, 189(7), 2000, pp. 364-368
Citations number
6
Categorie Soggetti
Dentistry/Oral Surgery & Medicine
Journal title
BRITISH DENTAL JOURNAL
ISSN journal
00070610
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Volume
189
Issue
7
Year of publication
2000
Pages
364 - 368
Database
ISI
SICI code
0007-0610(20001014)189:7<364:NADFT>2.0.ZU;2-3
Abstract
This article considers first, factors influencing the need and demand for r
emovable partial dentures (RPDs) and second, the particular requirements an
d problems of elderly patients related to such treatment.
In this part, we will discuss
Factors influencing the provision of RPDs
The effect of age and extent of tooth loss
The shortened dental arch
Toothwear and root surface caries
Possible treatment options for the elderly