August 21, 2025Ceylon Journal of ScienceOpen Access

Awareness and practice of denture hygiene among denture wearers attending the prosthetic dentistry clinic at Dental Hospital (Teaching), Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

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Survey analysis shows plaque levels in dentures relate to demographics and hygiene knowledge among wearers.

Denture hygiene practices greatly depended on the age of individuals, with older patients cleaning dentures more frequently.
Statistical analysis revealed significant links between patients' occupation and income with their awareness of denture care.
Assessment included a survey and dental evaluations of 159 participants to ensure comprehensive data collection.
Educational interventions aimed at socioeconomic differences may improve denture hygiene and overall oral health outcomes.

Nideesha et al. (2025) studied this question.

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