Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 11, 2025
08:32
Ultrasound Images of the Tongue: A Tutorial for Assessment and Remediation of Speech Sound Errors
Published on: January 3, 2017
21.7K
Treatment Option for Velopharyngeal Insufficiency: A Speech Aid
Raja Singh1, Roma Goswami2, Deepesh Saxena2
1Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, Lokpriya Hospital, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.
International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry
|October 2, 2024
Summary
This study presents a novel obturator prosthesis for treating velopharyngeal (VP) incompetence caused by soft palate defects. The functional impression technique successfully improved speech in a patient with a congenital velopharyngeal defect.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthodontics
- Speech Pathology
- Craniofacial Anomalies
Background:
- Velopharyngeal (VP) incompetence frequently accompanies cleft palate, causing speech dysfunction.
- Obturators and palatal lift appliances are current trends for rehabilitating VP dysfunction.
Observation:
- This case report details the rehabilitation of a dentulous patient with a congenital soft palate defect.
- A functional impression technique was employed to fabricate a custom prosthesis.
Findings:
- A palatal plate with a solid one-piece pharyngeal obturator prosthesis was successfully utilized.
- This approach aimed to restore VP function and improve speech quality.
Implications:
- This technique offers a viable treatment option for patients with velopharyngeal insufficiency due to soft palate defects.
- It highlights the role of custom prosthetics in managing speech disorders associated with craniofacial anomalies.
Related Concept Videos
01:30Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation V: Advanced Airway Management Techniques
2
Airway management is essential in emergency and surgical medicine, ensuring ventilation and oxygenation in patients who cannot maintain their own airway. Clinicians use a range of techniques and devices to secure the airway, depending on the patient’s condition and the clinical context. Key methods include endotracheal intubation, rapid sequence intubation (RSI), supraglottic airway devices, and advanced visualization aids. In cases where these approaches fail, surgical airway...
2
01:23Mechanical Ventilation III: Noninvasive Ventilation
81
Noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NIPPV), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) are essential methods in respiratory care. These ventilation techniques offer unique benefits for patients with various respiratory conditions, providing adequate support without requiring intubation. Let's explore how each method is crucial in improving patient outcomes and enhancing respiratory therapy.
Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation...
Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation...
81
01:22Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management
2
Airway management is a key skill in emergency and critical care settings, as maintaining a clear airway is essential for adequate oxygenation and ventilation.Head Tilt-Chin Lift TechniqueThe head tilt-chin lift maneuver is an essential technique primarily used in patients without suspected cervical spine injuries. To perform this maneuver, one hand is placed on the patient’s forehead, and gentle pressure is applied backward to tilt the head. The fingertips of the other hand are positioned...
2
01:23Mechanical Ventilation II: Invasive Ventilation
114
Ventilators are essential medical equipment used to aid patients with respiratory difficulties. Their primary function is to assist or replace spontaneous breathing by providing mechanical ventilation. There are two general classes of mechanical ventilators: negative-pressure and positive-pressure ventilators.
Negative-Pressure Ventilators
Negative-pressure ventilators create a vacuum around the chest or body to draw air into the lungs, simulating breathing. This method does not require an...
Negative-Pressure Ventilators
Negative-pressure ventilators create a vacuum around the chest or body to draw air into the lungs, simulating breathing. This method does not require an...
114
01:16Oxygen Delivering System II: Venturi Mask and Transtracheal Oxygen
388
Oxygen therapy is a pivotal aspect of medical care, particularly for patients with respiratory ailments. Two prominent oxygen-delivering systems include the Venturi mask and the transtracheal oxygen catheter.
Venturi Mask
The Venturi mask, named after the Venturi effect, is designed to deliver precise oxygen concentrations. It consists of a large tube with an oxygen inlet that narrows down, causing a pressure drop that pulls air in through adjustable side ports. The mask is a lightweight,...
Venturi Mask
The Venturi mask, named after the Venturi effect, is designed to deliver precise oxygen concentrations. It consists of a large tube with an oxygen inlet that narrows down, causing a pressure drop that pulls air in through adjustable side ports. The mask is a lightweight,...
388
01:29Acute Respiratory Failure-V
124
The treatment for acute respiratory failure varies based on factors like the underlying cause, overall health, and severity. A collaborative healthcare team is essential for early detection, often through arterial blood gas analysis. Identifying the cause is the primary goal, with treatment strategies adjusted for ventilation/perfusion (V/Q) mismatch, shunting, or diffusion impairment.
Ensure that patients are monitored continuously for their response to therapy, including changes in...
Ensure that patients are monitored continuously for their response to therapy, including changes in...
124