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Published on: May 23, 2020
[Maxillo-facial prostheses: an issue in public health]
1Département de Prothèses, Faculté de chirurgie Dentaire de Toulouse.
Summary
Maxillofacial prostheses restore facial structure lost to deformity, improving patient quality of life. This study analyzed 215 patients, highlighting the role of maxillofacial prosthetics in rehabilitation.
Area of Science:
- Maxillofacial surgery and prosthodontics.
- Reconstructive surgery and dental rehabilitation.
- Biomaterials and medical device engineering.
Context:
- Facial deformities from trauma or congenital conditions necessitate reconstructive solutions.
- Maxillofacial prostheses (P.M.F) are crucial for restoring facial aesthetics and function.
- Increasing demand for P.M.F driven by advancements in materials and techniques.
Purpose:
- To understand patient characteristics and satisfaction with maxillofacial prostheses.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of P.M.F in rehabilitating maxillofacial structure loss.
- To analyze patient demographics and aetiologies of facial deformity.
Summary:
- A retrospective study of 215 patients (1996-2002) at Rangueil University Hospital.
- Male patients (66%) showed higher prevalence, particularly with tumor pathologies and traumatic injuries.
- 401 maxillofacial prostheses were fabricated, including 116 facial epitheses.
Impact:
- Maxillofacial prostheses address a significant public health issue related to facial disfigurement.
- P.M.F facilitates cancer monitoring and outpatient treatment.
- Offers comprehensive aesthetic, psychological, and functional rehabilitation for patients.
