Exploring the correlation between phonetic assessment and optimal denture retention in complete denture wearers

Abstract

The relationship between denture retention and phonetic performance in 60 edentulous patients is of interest. Phonetic assessments and retention measurements were conducted before and after denture placement. Maxillary and mandibular retention forces averaged 6.8± 1.2 N and 5.4± 1.0 N, respectively. A strong positive correlation (r = 0.82, p < 0.001) was found between retention and phonetic accuracy, with speech scores improving by 15.3% post-insertion. Thus, the importance of phonetic evaluation in optimizing complete denture fit and function is shown.

Keywords: Phonetics; complete denture wearers; denture retention; patient satisfaction; speech articulation.