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Computerized design of speech prostheses.

R J Leonard1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of California, Davis, Sacramento.

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
|August 1, 1991
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Computerized techniques aid in designing custom palatal and/or glossal prostheses for patients with speech impairment after oropharyngeal resection. These methods allow pre-fabrication design and testing for improved speech outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Speech Pathology
  • Prosthodontics

Background:

  • Oropharyngeal resection can lead to significant speech impairment.
  • Custom prostheses are crucial for restoring function.
  • Traditional prosthesis design can be time-consuming and may not fully address speech needs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe computerized techniques for designing palatal and/or glossal prostheses.
  • To evaluate the potential of these techniques in improving speech parameters.
  • To outline the advantages and limitations of computer-assisted prosthesis design.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing computerized methods for prosthesis design.
  • Simulating prosthesis shape and location.
  • Testing the impact of prosthesis design on speech parameters before fabrication.

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Main Results:

  • Computerized techniques enable detailed design of prosthesis features.
  • Pre-fabrication testing allows for optimization of speech parameters.
  • The methods offer a more precise approach to prosthesis design.

Conclusions:

  • Computer-assisted design offers a promising approach for creating effective palatal and glossal prostheses.
  • These techniques can enhance patient outcomes by improving speech function.
  • Further development is needed to overcome current limitations.