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¹Assistant Professor, Head of Restorative and Prosthodontic Unit, College of Dentistry, City University Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

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Summary

This case report details the successful fabrication and use of an ocular prosthesis for a patient with childhood eye loss. The prosthetic eye improved facial symmetry and psychological well-being.

Keywords:

Clinical outcomes fabrication process materials ocular prosthesis trauma

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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Prosthodontics
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

Ocular prostheses are vital for restoring form, function, and aesthetics after trauma or congenital defects.
This report focuses on a specific case of ocular prosthesis fabrication and application.
A literature review on ocular prostheses is included.

Observation:

A patient experienced eye loss in childhood due to trauma.
An ocular prosthesis was fabricated and applied to this patient.
The patient's facial symmetry and psychological well-being were assessed.

Findings:

The fabricated ocular prosthesis successfully restored facial symmetry.
The patient reported improved psychological well-being post-prosthesis application.
The fabrication process and materials used were detailed.

Implications:

Ocular prostheses significantly enhance quality of life for patients with eye loss.
This case highlights the successful application of custom-fabricated ocular prostheses.
Further research into materials and techniques can optimize outcomes for ocular rehabilitation.