From: Tooth loss and oral health-related quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Reason for exclusion (eligibility) | Number of studies excluded |
---|---|
Incomplete sample information | 10 |
   • Sampling method unclear |  |
   • Age distribution not stated |  |
   • Gender distribution not stated |  |
Insufficient methods (information) | 26 |
   • No clinical examination or validated 'self tooth count' form not used |  |
   • Measure for satisfaction or OHRQoL not clearly described |  |
   • Details of replacement not explicit |  |
OHRQoL outcomes not related to (management of) tooth loss | 73 |
Mistakenly included on the basis of abstract | 20 |
Total | 129 |