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Implant-retained finger prosthesis with modified retention system
Marcelo Coelho Goiato1, Daniela Micheline dos Santos, Andressa Paschoal Amoroso
1Oral Oncology Center and Department of Dentistry Materials and Prosthesis, School of Dentistry of Araçatuba, UNESP, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Araçatuba, São Paulo, Brazil. goiato@foa.unesp.br
Prosthetics and Orthotics International
|December 4, 2012
Summary
This study presents a simple technique for creating an implant-retained finger prosthesis. The novel O-ring retention system successfully restored patient self-esteem and function after amputation.
Area of Science:
- Prosthodontics
- Biomaterials Engineering
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Finger amputations significantly impact physical and psychological well-being, affecting self-esteem.
- Common causes include occupational accidents, trauma, and systemic diseases like diabetes.
- This report details a novel technique for fabricating implant-retained finger prostheses.
Observation:
- A modified O-ring retention system with a hexagon-shaped base and metallic capsule was employed.
- The prosthesis was fabricated using silicone and attached to the implant post-osseointegration.
- The prosthetic device was successfully installed without complications.
Findings:
- The implant-retained finger prosthesis achieved successful osseointegration.
- The patient reported high satisfaction with the aesthetic and functional outcome.
- The prosthesis facilitated the patient's return to social activities.
Implications:
- This technique offers a viable solution for restoring self-esteem and improving quality of life for individuals with finger amputations.
- It demonstrates the potential for static and functional rehabilitation through advanced prosthetic design.
- The modified retention system provides a secure and aesthetically pleasing prosthetic solution.
