Complexity of partial edentulism among patients seen at armed forces institute of dentistry, Rawalpindi

ABSTRACT

The objective of this study was to determine the frequency of different classes of partially dentate patients reporting to Armed Forces Institute of Dentistry Pakistan on the basis of PDI classification. A cross-sectional study was carried out on five hundred thirty four [534] partially dentate patients of age between 35 to 65 years. Data was collected by taking history, clinical and radiographic exam-ination. A Proforma was filled in by the principal investigator and PDI classification of the patient determined. Out of 534 patients, 92 patients [17.2%] were classified in PDI class I. 212 patients [39.7%] were classified in PDI class II.146 patients [27.3%] were grouped in PDI class III while 84 patients [15.7%] were classified in PDI class IV. Inclusion of PDI classification in everyday practice will be helpful in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning of the patients seeking prosthodontic rehabilitation