A technique for the obturation of anterior maxillary defects with accompanying midfacial tissue loss

Fattore, LaDeane; Edmonds, David C.

doi:10.1016/0022-3913(87)90177-6

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“…[9][10][11][12][13][14][15] Various methods of retention advocated in literature include spectacle frame, extensions from the obturator, magnets and buttons, engaging tissue undercuts, adhesives or osseointegrated implants. 16 In cases with multiple defects secondary to maxillectomy and orbital exenteration, obtaining retention between obturator bulb and orbital prosthesis with rigid connection such as magnets or buttons, results in movement of extraoral prosthesis when obturator is in function. 17 To reduce the movement of the prosthesis, custom-made retentive attachment with brass cylinder and housing was utilised.…”

Section: Prosthesis Retention Is Achieved Through Teeth or Tissuementioning

confidence: 99%

Rehabilitation of a defect secondary to sino-orbital mucormycosis- A prosthodontic challenge

Gowda¹,

Mp²,

Prakash³

et al. 2021

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Mucormycosis is a rapidly progressing and invasive form of fungal infection involving the nose and paranasal sinuses of head and neck region with high mortality and morbidity. Compromised immunological conditions like uncontrolled diabetics mellitus, Leukaemia, prolonged use of steroids are the most common predisposing factors for this disease. Aggressive surgical debridement including resection of involved maxillofacial structures like orbit, maxilla and/or nose is the commonly used treatment protocol in such conditions. Rehabilitation of such large maxillofacial defects is a Prosthodontic challenge and many problems are encountered in rehabilitation like lack of retention due to dislodging forces exerted by scarred post surgical soft tissues, lack of bony base, lost structures of the posterior palatal seal area, multiple defect sites and compromised medical status due to comorbidities that also affects healing rate of the defect. This clinical report describes prosthetic rehabilitation of a patient with residual maxillary and orbital defects secondary to surgical management of sinoorbital mucormycosis with a combination prosthesis comprising of orbital and obturator using an innovative method of achieving retention between the two, thereby providing complete functional and esthetic rehabilitation of the patient.

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Section: Prosthesis Retention Is Achieved Through Teeth or Tissuementioning

confidence: 99%

Rehabilitation of a defect secondary to sino-orbital mucormycosis- A prosthodontic challenge

Gowda¹,

Mp²,

Prakash³

et al. 2021

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“…This allows the patient to be accepted in society without being a victim of unwanted sympathy [2]. Various methods of auxiliary retention for facial prostheses have been described in the literature; they include eye patches [3], prosthesis fastened to spectacle frame [4] extensions from the denture [5], magnets [6], adhesives [7][8][9], and osseointegrated implants [10,11].…”

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A Novel Method for Retention of an Orbital Prosthesis in a Case with Continuous Maxillary and Orbital Defect

Pruthi

Jain

Sikka

2010

J Indian Prosthodont Soc

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Exenteration of the orbital contents as well as removal of a part of maxilla with an ablative surgery for the removal of a malignant tumor can severely affect a person in terms of function, esthetics and psychological trauma. A well-retained, user-friendly, removable maxillofacial prosthesis is the key to successful prosthetic rehabilitation in such cases. Various retentive techniques include using spectacle frame, conformers, adhesives, osseointegrated implants, magnets or buttons. This paper describes a novel technique for retention of silicone orbital prosthesis using acrylic resin base attached to maxillary obturator with the help of pin and socket of an electric plug wherein the latter is attached to the eye prosthesis with the help of a mechanical undercut. This helps in better retention of both the prostheses.

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“…[1][2][3] Acquired midfacial defects may affect speech, mastication, quality of life, psychology and social behavior. 4,5 Large defects that result from cancer treatment are rarely rehabilitated by surgical reconstruction alone; they usually require a facial prosthesis to restore function and appearance. 6 In addition, an intraoral prosthesis, such as an obturator, is often needed to restore speech and swallowing.…”

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Technique to fabricate a Hollow Facial Prosthesis for Lateral Midfacial Defect

Shambharkar¹

2013

International Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry

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Midfacial defects developed due to partial or total maxillectomy surgeries performed to remove tumors in the oral or nasal cavity. Large midfacial defects usually restored with a facial prosthesis to restore esthetics, form and function. Retention of a large facial prosthesis is a major concern to the prosthodontist because of its size and weight. This clinical report describes magnet retained intraoral-extraoral combination prosthesis for a large midfacial defect. This article also describes a technique to fabricate a hollow light-weight acrylic resin framework supporting an overlying silicone layer for the facial prosthesis. How to cite this article Shambharkar VI. Technique to fabricate a Hollow facial Prosthesis for Lateral Midfacial Defect. Int J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2014;4(3):90-95.

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A technique for the obturation of anterior maxillary defects with accompanying midfacial tissue loss

Cited by 10 publications

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Rehabilitation of a defect secondary to sino-orbital mucormycosis- A prosthodontic challenge

Rehabilitation of a defect secondary to sino-orbital mucormycosis- A prosthodontic challenge

A Novel Method for Retention of an Orbital Prosthesis in a Case with Continuous Maxillary and Orbital Defect

Technique to fabricate a Hollow Facial Prosthesis for Lateral Midfacial Defect

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