Magnet retained lip prosthesis in a geriatric patient

Area of Science:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Prosthodontics
• Biomaterials

Background:

• Surgical resection of the lip can lead to significant functional and esthetic deficits, impacting speech, self-esteem, and social interaction.
• Rehabilitating patients with labial defects presents challenges for surgical and maxillofacial prosthetic teams, requiring restoration of speech and esthetics.
• Labial defects can cause speech impediments and tissue-related issues like drying and crusting.

Observation:

• A 65-year-old female patient presented with a lost lip requiring prosthetic restoration.
• The case report focuses on a novel method for integrating a lip prosthesis with a maxillary denture using retention magnets.
• This approach aims to improve esthetics and speech for patients with significant labial defects.

Findings:

• A quick and simple method was employed to position magnets, attaching a lip prosthesis to a maxillary denture.
• The magnetic retention system successfully restored the patient's esthetics and speech.
• The use of retention magnets simplified both clinical and laboratory procedures, enhancing denture stability and patient comfort.

Implications:

• Magnetic attachments offer a promising solution for improving the stability and comfort of oral prostheses.
• This technique enhances the capabilities of dental practitioners in restoring function and esthetics for patients with complex oral defects.
• The study highlights the potential of advanced prosthetic solutions in improving patient quality of life and psychological well-being.