The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of flexible dentures as alternative solutions for partial edentulism treatment over a period of one year in the territory of the municipality of Stip, North Macedonia.
This research was conducted in the period from 01.01.2018 to 31.12.2018. During this one-year period, a survey and clinical examination was carried out on a total of 60 patients wearing flexible dentures. The age of the patients who entered our research was from 29 to 70 years and were divided into three groups: G1 - from 29 to 41 years old, G2 - from 42 to 55 years and G3 - from 56 to 70 years. All subjects were clinically examined and filled out a specially made questionnaire consisted of questions related to the aesthetics, comfort and adjustability of flexible dentures, as well as the frequency and manner of maintaining oral hygiene. Results: 42% of patients belonged to age G2, 57% were male and 43% were female. 67% were satisfied with the aesthetics of flexible prostheses, and 100% with durability. 85% of the respondents were satisfied with the comfort of the flexible prostheses. 68% of subjects needed 2 weeks to adjust to the flexible prosthesis.
Conclusion: Flexible dentures stand in a superior position in fulfilling the various patients’ demands for more retentive and aesthetic treatment needs
