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Clinical Evaluation of Monolithic Zirconia FPDs

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Dental Materials
Interventions
Other: Veneered zirconia
Other: Metal-ceramic
Registration Number
NCT04879498
Lead Sponsor
Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Brief Summary

The objectives of the present study are to compare the survival rates and possible biological and technical complications of metal-ceramic, veneered and monolithic zirconia posterior three-unit fixed partial dentures. The null hypothesis is that no differences would be found between the parameters studied for each type of restoration.

Detailed Description

Ninety patients requiring at least one 3-unit Fixed partial denture (FPD) in the posterior region of the maxilla or mandible were included in this study. All subjects were recruited from the Master in Buccofacial Prostheses and Occlusion (Faculty of Odontology, University Complutense of Madrid, Spain). Before treatment, patients were informed of the study objectives, clinical procedures, materials used, advantages and possible risks of the ceramic material, and other therapeutic alternatives. Prior to the study, participants were asked to provide written informed consent. Ninety posterior FPDs were produced and allocated in parallel and randomly to either monolithic zirconia, veneered zirconia or MC restorations. The clinical procedures were performed by two experienced clinicians. All participants received oral hygiene instructions and a professional tooth cleaning prior to prosthetic treatment. The abutment teeth were prepared with a 0.8- to 1-mm-wide circumferential chamfer, an axial reduction of 1 mm and an occlusal reduction of 1.5- to 2.0-mm. A 10- to 15- degree angle of convergence was achieved for the axial walls. Tooth preparations were scanned with an intraoral scanner and the FPDs were designed using specific software. The restorations were then cemented using a resin self-adhesive cement. After cementation, occlusal contacts were evaluated, and the adjusted surfaces were polished using a porcelain polishing kit. The 90 FPDs were examined at 1week (baseline),1, 2 and 2 years by 2 researchers who were not involved in the restorative treatment.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
90
Inclusion Criteria
  • One posterior tooth (molar or premolar) to be replaced
  • Vital abutments or abutments with an adequate endodontic treatment
  • Abutment not crowned previously
  • Periodontally healthy abutments with no signs of bone resorption or periapical disease
  • Adequate occlusogingival height for an appropiate connector area of at least 9 mm2
  • Stable occlusion and the presence of natural dentition in the antagonist arch.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Patients who require a Fixed Dental Prosthesis of more than three units
  • Patients who present reduced crown length (less than 3 mm occlusogingival heigth)
  • Poor oral hygiene, high caries activity, or active periodontal disease

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Monolithic zirconiaMonolithic zirconiaMonolithic zirconia posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Veneered zirconiaVeneered zirconiaVeneered zirconia posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Metal-ceramicMetal-ceramicMetal-ceramic posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Quality of restorations at baselineBaseline

The quality of the surface and color, anatomical form and marginal integrity was assessed using the California Dental Association's assessment system. Each CDA criterion was ranked on a scale of 1 to 4, where 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = unacceptable (repair), and 1 = unacceptable (replacement).

Plaque Index (PI) at 2 years2 years

Plaque Index (PI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Quality of restorations at 2 years2 years

The quality of the surface and color, anatomical form and marginal integrity was assessed using the California Dental Association's assessment system. Each CDA criterion was ranked on a scale of 1 to 4, where 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = unacceptable (repair), and 1 = unacceptable (replacement).ty was assessed

Quality of restorations at 3 years3 years

The quality of the surface and color, anatomical form and marginal integrity was assessed using the California Dental Association's assessment system. Each CDA criterion was ranked on a scale of 1 to 4, where 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = unacceptable (repair), and 1 = unacceptable (replacement).

Plaque Index (PI) at 1 year1 year

Plaque Index (PI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Plaque Index (PI) at 3 years3 years

Plaque Index (PI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Gingival Index (GI) at 1 year1 year

Gingival Index (GI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Gingival Index (GI) at 2 years2 years

Gingival Index (GI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Margin stability at 2 years2 years

To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)

Probing depth at 3 years3 years

Probing depth of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 4 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome

Gingival Index (GI) at baselineBaseline

Gingival Index (GI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Margin stability at 1 year1 year

To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)

Margin stability at 3 years3 years

To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)

Quality of restorations at 1 year1 year

The quality of the surface and color, anatomical form and marginal integrity was assessed using the California Dental Association's assessment system. Each CDA criterion was ranked on a scale of 1 to 4, where 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = unacceptable (repair), and 1 = unacceptable (replacement).

Plaque Index (PI) at baselineBaseline

Plaque Index (PI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Gingival Index (GI) at 3 years3 years

Gingival Index (GI) of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 3 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome.

Probing depth at 1 year1 year

Probing depth of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 4 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome

Margin stability at baselineBaseline

To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)

Probing depth at baselineBaseline

Probing depth of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 4 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome

Probing depth at 2 years2 years

Probing depth of the abutment and control teeth. A score of 0 to 4 was assigned. Higher score means a worse outcome

Patient satisfaction at 3 years3 years

Subjective patient satisfaction using Visual analogue scale (VAS) ranged from 0 (worst possible result) to10 (best possible result). The items analyzed were: esthetics, function, comfort, overall satisfaction

Secondary Outcome Measures
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