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Area of Science:

  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Prosthodontics
  • Reconstructive Dentistry

Background:

  • Hemimaxillectomy, the surgical removal of half the upper jaw, presents significant challenges in prosthetic rehabilitation.
  • Patients often experience difficulties with retention, stability, and support of prosthetic devices.
  • The extent of the defect directly impacts the complexity of rehabilitation and functional restoration.

Observation:

  • Obturator prostheses are a common and effective solution for rehabilitating patients with hemimaxillectomy defects.
  • Large maxillary defects can lead to obturator prosthesis movement, necessitating indirect retention methods.
  • Surgical defects create oro-nasal and oro-antral communications, impairing functions like mastication, speech, and swallowing.

Findings:

  • Prosthodontic rehabilitation aims to restore missing oral and extraoral structures.
  • Obturator prostheses effectively restore function and improve appearance in hemimaxillectomy patients.
  • These prostheses act as a crucial barrier, separating oral, nasal, and sinus cavities.

Implications:

  • Effective prosthetic rehabilitation is vital for improving the quality of life for hemimaxillectomy patients.
  • Advanced obturator designs and retention techniques are essential for managing complex maxillary defects.
  • This approach highlights the critical role of prosthodontics in post-surgical oral cancer reconstruction.