Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review
<b>Background:</b> Mandibular movement is inherently complex, involving both lateral and vertical components. In older adults, this complexity is compounded by diminished neuromuscular coordination and reduced proprioceptive feedback, often impairing effective mastication. <b>Objec...
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| description | <b>Background:</b> Mandibular movement is inherently complex, involving both lateral and vertical components. In older adults, this complexity is compounded by diminished neuromuscular coordination and reduced proprioceptive feedback, often impairing effective mastication. <b>Objectives:</b> This study aimed to review dental literature on the influence of masticatory parameters in the formation of wear facets on acrylic resin denture teeth. <b>Methods:</b> A targeted literature review was conducted, analyzing peer-reviewed studies from 1991 to 2024 through PubMed and Scopus. The review focused on masticatory parameters, age-related neuromuscular adaptations, chewing patterns, and preferred-side denture tooth wear, affecting older adults using complete removable dentures. <b>Results:</b> Mandibular movement characteristics—particularly velocity, duration, and cycle frequency—were found to significantly influence denture tooth wear, often resulting in reduced bite force and masticatory efficiency. Contemporary denture materials demonstrated improved wear resistance, aiding in the regulation of chewing frequency and velocity. These factors are increasingly important as age-related changes impact the stomatognathic system. Notably, wear facets were most prominent on the maxillary first molars, regardless of the occlusal scheme. <b>Conclusions:</b> This review provided a comprehensive overview of existing research, analyzed current evidence, and offered insights into the role of masticatory function and wear characteristics in older complete denture wearers. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-89013ec2463d4e41807efed513111e4d2025-08-20T02:21:49ZengMDPI AGOral2673-63732025-05-01523410.3390/oral5020034Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature ReviewSavvas Kamalakidis0Athanasios Stratos1Dimitrios Tortopidis2Norina Consuela Forna3Vassiliki Anastassiadou4Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, GreeceDepartment of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, GreeceDepartment of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, GreeceFaculty of Dentistry, Gr. T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 700115 Iaşi, RomaniaDepartment of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece<b>Background:</b> Mandibular movement is inherently complex, involving both lateral and vertical components. In older adults, this complexity is compounded by diminished neuromuscular coordination and reduced proprioceptive feedback, often impairing effective mastication. <b>Objectives:</b> This study aimed to review dental literature on the influence of masticatory parameters in the formation of wear facets on acrylic resin denture teeth. <b>Methods:</b> A targeted literature review was conducted, analyzing peer-reviewed studies from 1991 to 2024 through PubMed and Scopus. The review focused on masticatory parameters, age-related neuromuscular adaptations, chewing patterns, and preferred-side denture tooth wear, affecting older adults using complete removable dentures. <b>Results:</b> Mandibular movement characteristics—particularly velocity, duration, and cycle frequency—were found to significantly influence denture tooth wear, often resulting in reduced bite force and masticatory efficiency. Contemporary denture materials demonstrated improved wear resistance, aiding in the regulation of chewing frequency and velocity. These factors are increasingly important as age-related changes impact the stomatognathic system. Notably, wear facets were most prominent on the maxillary first molars, regardless of the occlusal scheme. <b>Conclusions:</b> This review provided a comprehensive overview of existing research, analyzed current evidence, and offered insights into the role of masticatory function and wear characteristics in older complete denture wearers.https://www.mdpi.com/2673-6373/5/2/34chewingmasticatory patternspreferred chewing sideremovable complete dentureswear facets |
| spellingShingle | Savvas Kamalakidis Athanasios Stratos Dimitrios Tortopidis Norina Consuela Forna Vassiliki Anastassiadou Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review Oral chewing masticatory patterns preferred chewing side removable complete dentures wear facets |
| title | Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review |
| title_full | Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review |
| title_fullStr | Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review |
| title_short | Investigating Masticatory Cycle Parameters and Functional Wear Characteristics in Older Removable Complete Denture Wearers: A Targeted Literature Review |
| title_sort | investigating masticatory cycle parameters and functional wear characteristics in older removable complete denture wearers a targeted literature review |
| topic | chewing masticatory patterns preferred chewing side removable complete dentures wear facets |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-6373/5/2/34 |
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