Development and validation of questionnaire to measure patients’ satisfaction with removable partial denture
Pranoti Pramod Ranit, Anuj Chandak, Neelam Pande, Saee DeshpandeObjectives:
This study aimed to develop and validate a reliable and comprehensive questionnaire to assess patient satisfaction with removable partial dentures (RPDs), addressing both functional and psychosocial aspects of prosthesis use in English, Hindi, and Marathi languages.
Material and Methods:
The questionnaire was developed through a multi-phase process involving a literature review, expert consultations, and patient interviews to identify key domains of satisfaction. An initial pool of items was generated and refined through content validation by a panel of prosthodontists and dental researchers. The preliminary version was pilot-tested on a sample of 15 RPD wearers for clarity and relevance.
Results:
The final questionnaire comprised 10 items across four domains: Comfort and fit, aesthetics, function, and psychological impact.
Conclusion:
The developed questionnaire is a valid and reliable tool for measuring patient satisfaction with RPDs. It can be utilized in clinical practice and research to evaluate treatment outcomes and guide improvements in prosthodontic care.