Abstract
Objectives: This study aimed to investigate factors affecting treatment satisfaction of patients with dental implants and quality of life. Methods: A questionnaire survey was conducted for adults who underwent dental implant treatment. at dental departments of general hospitals or dental clinics in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do. Data was analyzed to get descriptive statistics of variables, and was under independent t-test, one way ANOVA, and multiple regression analysis. Results: The mean of total satisfaction with implants was 3.73±0.41 in the 5-point scale, and that of general satisfaction was 3.97±0.53, followed by mean values of psychological satisfaction of 3.68±0.51, aesthetic satisfaction of 3.67±0.49, and masticatory function of 3.65±0.53. Factors that affect implant treatment satisfaction among patients were monthly income (more than 4 million won), hesitation of the procedure (treatment period), regular checkup (yes) and concerns during treatment (work). Factors that affect the quality of life of patients who underwent implant treatments were satisfaction of aesthetic function and overall satisfaction. Conclusions: The above results showed that the higher the aesthetic satisfaction and overall satisfaction with the implant are, the higher the quality of life of patients get. Therefore, it is necessary for dental specialists to perform dental implants well to improve quality of life of patients.
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Table 1. Satisfaction with implant treatment
