[Total nasal defect reconstruction with nasal prosthesis. Two case reports]

Area of Science:

• Plastic surgery
• Biomaterials science
• Oromaxillofacial prosthetics

Background:

• Total nasal defects significantly impact patient quality of life.
• Maxillofacial prostheses provide a viable solution for tissue restoration.
• Addressing social and psychological challenges associated with nasal defects is crucial.

Observation:

• Two clinical cases of total nasal defect reconstruction using maxillofacial prostheses were analyzed.
• The study evaluated the application of magnetic and adhesive retention methods.
• Clinical and technological steps for prosthesis fabrication were documented.

Findings:

• Maxillofacial prostheses effectively restore missing nasal tissues and improve patient aesthetics.
• Both magnetic and adhesive retention techniques demonstrated utility in different clinical scenarios.
• A modified impression technique was introduced to enhance the manufacturing process.

Implications:

• Maxillofacial prosthetics offer a significant improvement in patient quality of life following nasal reconstruction.
• The study highlights the versatility of retention methods in prosthetic design.
• The presented fabrication steps and modified impression technique can aid clinicians in managing nasal defects.