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[Tongue prosthesis].

E J van Croonenburg1, Y Aalders, R de Visser

  • 1Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|December 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Surgical removal of tongue tumors can impair swallowing and speech. A removable tongue prosthesis can improve oral functions after total glossectomy.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Restorative Medicine
  • Prosthodontics

Background:

  • Surgical resection of oral cavity tumors, particularly those involving the tongue and floor of the mouth, frequently leads to significant functional deficits.
  • Impaired swallowing (dysphagia) and speech (dysarthria) are common sequelae impacting patient quality of life.

Observation:

  • This study describes a novel method to address functional deficits post-surgery.
  • The technique involves the creation and utilization of a removable tongue prosthesis.

Findings:

  • A removable tongue prosthesis was successfully constructed and implemented within a multidisciplinary clinical setting.
  • This approach aims to restore essential oral functions, thereby mitigating the impact of total glossectomy.

Implications:

  • This prosthetic solution offers a potential pathway to improve functional outcomes for patients undergoing extensive oral cancer surgery.
  • The multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive patient care, integrating surgical, prosthetic, and rehabilitative expertise.

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