Assessment of Patient Knowledge and Awareness of Prosthodontics for Student and Patient Education and Communication

Authors

Mijin Choi D.D.S., M.S., M.B.A., FACP, Clinical Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NYFollow
Tejal Gohil B.D.S., Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Comprehensive Dentistry, University of Texas Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, San Antonio, TXFollow
Cristina Osorio D.D.S., Private practice in Miami, FLFollow
Hannah Jeong, Fourth-year predoctoral dental student, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NYFollow
Thomas S. Giugliano D.D.S., Clinical assistant professor, Department of Prosthodontics, New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NYFollow

Keywords

Prosthodontists, Patient Education, Scope of Prosthodontics

Abstract

This study evaluates patient understanding of the scope of prosthodontic treatments. Utilizing an 11-question survey, 149 patients at a postgraduate prosthodontic clinic were queried. Data analysis included frequency summaries, cross-tabulations and Pearson Chi-square tests. Results showed 68.4% of respondents knew about the role of prosthodontists. Their main concerns were improving chewing (43.9%) and smile (42.6%), varying by age. While many recognized prosthodontists’ scope, cosmetic and complex dental treatments were less well known as prosthodontic specialties. This highlights a gap in patient awareness regarding the full range of prosthodontic services.

Recommended Citation

Choi, Mijin D.D.S., M.S., M.B.A., FACP; Gohil, Tejal B.D.S.; Osorio, Cristina D.D.S.; Jeong, Hannah; and Giugliano, Thomas S. D.D.S. (2025) "Assessment of Patient Knowledge and Awareness of Prosthodontics for Student and Patient Education and Communication," The New York State Dental Journal: Vol. 91: No. 4, Article 8.
Available at: https://commons.ada.org/nysdj/vol91/iss4/8