Recent trends in complete denture fabrication among specialist Prosthodontists in India

Introduction: Variations may be observed in material selection as well as techniques followed at every step in complete denture fabrication. This survey aims to identify materials and methods used by specialist prosthodontists working in institution based practice and those into exclusive private dental practice. Material and Methods: 25 academicians and 25 private practioners were interviewed based on a structured questionnaire. The responses were tabulated and statistically analyzed using Pearson Chi square test and Fisher’s Exact test. Result: There is variability in the selection of materials and the technique chosen for every step in fabricating complete dentures. However the differences in the choice of materials and techniques followed in institution based practice and those amongst private practioners is not highly significant.