Table 5.
Outcome of a study comparing the cost-effectiveness of implant overdentures and other removable prosthetic options, in terms of cost and health outcome
| Study | Time horizon, discount rate | Life expectancy (years) | Treatment strategies | Costs (CD $)* | OHIP score** | ICER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heydecke et al.[18] | 1 year, 3% | 17.9 | IOD | 624.88±21.46 | 31.3±8.3 | 14.41 |
| CD | 398.57±52.86 | 47.0±19.7 | ||||
| 1 year, 5% | 17.9 | IOD | 660.30±24.77 | 31.3±8.3 | 15.38 | |
| CD | 418.00±61.01 | 47.0±19.7 |
*Equivalent Annual Value for Cost (EAVc), **Equivalent Annual Value for Outcome (EVAo) OHIP: Oral health impact profile, IOD: Implant overdenture, CD: Complete denture, ICER: Incremental cost-effectiveness ratio