Prosthetic rehabilitation of auricular defect

Abstract

Background: The absence of external ear may be due to congenital, traumatic, or surgical causes. Many case reports only describe impression techniques to record details of the defect side and the natural ear. The purpose of this case report is to explain in detail simple clinical and laboratory procedures involved in fabrication of ear prosthesis. Case Description and Methods: The use of three-part mold helps in the application of pigmented silicone in specific areas. The use of direct adhesive fixation provides the best esthetic result and if properly used the most satisfactory form of treatment. Findings and Outcomes:The patient was satisfied with the life-like appearance of the prosthesis. The use of direct adhesive fixation gave the patient a sense of security and improved his confidence. Conclusion:The technique described is economical, and additional steps of implant placement are avoided. The esthetics of the prosthesis made by hand carved clay pattern provides good details. Clinical relevanceThe technique describes the method of direct adhesive fixation of the prosthesis giving it a life-like appearance. The confidence of the patient is also restored.

Digital surgical planning and placement of osseointegrated implants to retain an auricular prosthesis using implant software with cone‐beam computed tomography and 3D‐printed surgical guides: A case report

“…Brandao et al 4 also reported an auricular implant success rate of over 98%; two-implant retention showed the lowest failure rate. While adhesive-and bar-retained prostheses have shown clinical success, 7,23,24 a 2012 review by Sharma et al 25 identified benefits of implant retention versus adhesive. While approaches similar to the current situation (scanning, digitization and 3D-printing) have been reported, 9,10,12,13,26 all used conventional CT 9,10,13,26 or electron-beam tomography.…”

Revisiting the Simple, Cost-effective, Noninvasive and Esthetically Acceptable Auricular Prosthesis

“…Intrinsic coloration is superior than extrinsic coloration as it makes the prosthesis less susceptible to environmental changes and provides better handling. 10 Patient was informed regarding the discoloration of the prosthesis and was advised for refabrication of the prosthesis when required. Finally, the prosthesis was well adapted to the skin, simulating the natural ear with excellent color matching.…”

A different wax sculpture technique for implant-retained auricular prosthesis

“…[ 13 ] According to Del Valle et al , magnet systems are best used where only tensile forces are anticipated or where horizontal forces on the implants are to be avoided. [ 19 ] New-generation magnets and associated abutment magnetic caps now provide for free standing magnetic retention that is secure and provides improved abutment access for the patient because the bar is absent. [ 22 ]…”