Investigating the relationship between the difference in gingival color and denture base color on patient satisfaction with complete dentures

Patient satisfaction with complete dentures is multifactorial, with aesthetics being a key determinant. The color match between the denture base and the patient’s natural gingiva is a critical aspect of denture aesthetics; however, its specific impact on satisfaction remained unclear. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the color difference of the denture base from the natural gingiva and patient satisfaction with complete dentures. In this descriptive-analytical study, 88 e