Clinical Evaluation of Monolithic Zirconia and Metal-ceramic Posterior Fixed Partial Dentures
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Monolithic zirconia
- Conditions
- Dental Materials
- Sponsor
- Universidad Complutense de Madrid
- Enrollment
- 90
- Primary Endpoint
- Quality of restorations at baseline
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 3 years ago
Overview
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.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
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
Arms & Interventions
Monolithic zirconia
Monolithic zirconia posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Intervention: Monolithic zirconia
Veneered zirconia
Veneered zirconia posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Intervention: Veneered zirconia
Metal-ceramic
Metal-ceramic posterior 3-unit fixed partial dentures
Intervention: Metal-ceramic
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Quality of restorations at baseline
Time Frame: Baseline
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 years
Time Frame: 2 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 years
Time Frame: 2 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 years
Time Frame: 3 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 year
Time Frame: 1 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 years
Time Frame: 3 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 year
Time Frame: 1 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 years
Time Frame: 2 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 years
Time Frame: 2 years
To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)
Probing depth at 3 years
Time Frame: 3 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 baseline
Time Frame: Baseline
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 year
Time Frame: 1 year
To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)
Margin stability at 3 years
Time Frame: 3 years
To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)
Quality of restorations at 1 year
Time Frame: 1 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 baseline
Time Frame: Baseline
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 years
Time Frame: 3 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 year
Time Frame: 1 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 baseline
Time Frame: Baseline
To assess the gingival margin stability throughout the evaluation period (subgingival, isogingival or supragingival)
Probing depth at baseline
Time Frame: Baseline
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 years
Time Frame: 2 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 years
Time Frame: 3 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