Temporary intranasal prosthesis for a surgical defect of septum and columella

A temporary intranasal prosthesis for the treatment of a surgical defect of the septum and columella after resection for a neoplasm has been described. The prosthesis is applied as soon as possible after surgery, which will limit complications during healing. Silicone elastomer is used because its softness does not produce decubitus ulcer, and it will accurately fit the surgical defect. The prosthesis can be relined easily during the postoperative period.