Cost-effectiveness analysis of the single-implant mandibular overdenture versus conventional complete denture: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Preliminary clinical studies on the single-implant mandibular overdenture (SIMO) have reported favorable results as an alternative to the conventional complete dentures for rehabilitation of the edentulous mandible. Clinical and patient-reported outcomes were assessed but no evidence is available with respect to the cost-effectiveness of this treatment, which is particularly important to test whether the incremental cost associated with the implant treatment is justified facing the benefits from the intervention. Thus, the aim of this study is to assess the cost-effectiveness of single-implant mandibular overdentures.

Methods/design

This randomized clinical trial will include edentulous individuals who meet eligibility criteria. Participants will be randomized int

SUBMITTER: Nogueira TE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5097429 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature