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Comparative Fractal Analysis of Mandibular Bone Modifications in Fixed and Removable Denture Wearers

Zuhal Görüş(Adıyaman University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics)0000-0003-1114-3333
Hayriye Yasemin Yay Kuşçu(Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics)
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2025-06-30
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Overall, the results indicate an association between chewing function and mandibular bone remodeling; however, to further elucidate this link, radiographic data should ideally be corroborated with electromyographic analysis.

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Objective & Hypothesis:Aim: This study aims to assess the alterations in mandibular trabecular bone pre- and post-treatment in individuals utilizing removable and fixed prostheses, employing the Fractal Analysis (FA) method on panoramic radiographs.
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Key Findings & Data:Methods: Panoramic radiographs of 40 individuals who received treatment within a specified time frame at the Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Adıyaman University, were divided into two groups.
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Conclusion & Impact:Overall, the results indicate an association between chewing function and mandibular bone remodeling; however, to further elucidate this link, radiographic data should ideally be corroborated with electromyographic analysis.
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⚙️Variables:Fractal analysis · trabecular bone · panoramic radiography

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Aim: This study aims to assess the alterations in mandibular trabecular bone pre- and post-treatment in individuals utilizing removable and fixed prostheses, employing the Fractal Analysis (FA) method on panoramic radiographs. Methods: Panoramic radiographs of 40 individuals who received treatment within a specified time frame at the Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Adıyaman University, were divided into two groups. In all participants, potential changes in the condyle, angle, and corpus regions of the mandible after treatment were examined using Fractal Analysis. Results: In the Removable Partial Denture (RPD) group, a significant reduction in the fractal dimension values was observed in the condylar and corpus regions after treatment, while the angulus region exhibited a significant increase (p 0.05). Conclusion: The findings of this study suggest that prosthetic rehabilitation influences the trabecular pattern of the mandible. Specifically, the angulus region, which accommodates the masseter muscle fibers and is affected by occlusal forces following fixed or removable prosthetic interventions, appears t to bone resorption. Both prosthesis types were associated with increased trabecular bone density in this area. Overall, the results indicate an association between chewing function and mandibular bone remodeling; however, to further elucidate this link, radiographic data should ideally be corroborated with electromyographic analysis.

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Görüş, Z., Kuşçu, H. Y. Y. (2025). Comparative Fractal Analysis of Mandibular Bone Modifications in Fixed and Removable Denture Wearers. Dicle Dental Journal, Volume: 26 Issue: 2. https://ajindex.com/articles/1643260

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