Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang - Indonesia
Association of demographic characteristics and denture use duration with patient satisfaction among complete denture users
Budiono Budiono
Ayu Kristin
Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang - Indonesia
Siti Khamadatu
Dentistry Study Program, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang - Indonesia
Erdianto Setya Wardhana
Departemen of Community Oral Health and Prevention, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Sultan Agung Semarang
Hayyu Failasufa
Departement of Community Oral Health and Prevention, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang - Indonesia
(*) Corresponding Author
Background: Patient satisfaction is a key indicator of success in complete denture treatment, reflecting both functional adaptation and psychosocial well-being. Objective: This study aimed to assess the association between demographic characteristics, denture use duration, and patient satisfaction among complete denture wearers. Method: An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted among 63 complete denture users selected through purposive sampling. Result: Significant positive correlations were found between satisfaction and age (r = 0.512; p = 0.003), education level, employment status, and denture use duration.
Keywords: Complete Dentures, Patient Satisfaction, Demographic Factors, Denture Duration
