Complex midfacial reconstruction with an implant-supported framework
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, cilt.22, sa.2, ss.724-726, 2011 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Cilt numarası: 22 Sayı: 2
- Basım Tarihi: 2011
- Doi Numarası: 10.1097/scs.0b013e31820747d5
- Dergi Adı: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.724-726
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Extraoral implant, facial defect, facial prosthesis, framework, obturator
- Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt Üniversitesi Adresli: Hayır
Özet
This clinical report describes the treatment of a patient with osseointegrated extraoral implants supporting a framework retainer and acrylic resin mesostructures and a large silicone midfacial prosthesis. A metal framework was used to splint the implants together and provided satisfactory retention for the facial prosthesis. A 2-piece prosthesis that composed of an obturator and facial prosthesis was fabricated. Cosmetic improvements as well as the ability to speak, swallow, and, to a lesser degree, chew, were achieved for this patient. Copyright © 2011 by Mutaz B. Habal, MD.