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A two-piece sectional interim obturator. A clinical report
Sachet Popli1, Hari Parkash, Akshay Bhargava
1Private practice, Prosthodontics, New Delhi, India. sachetpopli@gmail.com
Summary
Successful prosthetic rehabilitation of acquired maxillary defects is possible with careful planning. A two-piece sectional obturator, using a double-die pin system, effectively managed a complex defect with undercuts, reducing treatment time.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Maxillofacial Rehabilitation
Background:
- Acquired maxillary defects present significant challenges in prosthetic rehabilitation.
- Treatment planning and design are crucial for satisfactory outcomes.
- Complications often limit available treatment protocols.
Observation:
- A patient presented with an acquired maxillary defect featuring unfavorable undercuts.
- Conventional obturator designs may be complicated by such anatomical challenges.
Findings:
- A two-piece sectional obturator was fabricated using a double-die pin system to manage the defect.
- This innovative approach facilitated effective obturation despite the complex defect anatomy.
- The double-die pin system simplified the connection between the two obturator sections.
Implications:
- This technique offers a feasible and effective solution for rehabilitating complex maxillary defects.
- The use of a sectional obturator with a double-die pin system can significantly reduce chairside time and patient visits.
- Improved patient outcomes and satisfaction can be achieved through tailored prosthetic designs for challenging defects.
