Survey on adhesive performance of acrylic-based stick adhesive

This study aimed to evaluate the stick behavior and performance of an adhesive for facial prostheses on esthetics and strength. Forty subjects participated in this study. Mimic the skin was fabricated, applied to one cheek of each subject using only medical adhesive, and to the opposite cheek using the same medical adhesive and an overlying film dressing. Ninety-five percent of subjects reported that the silicone prosthesis with film dressing did not peel off and was less noticeable. The combination of medical adhesive and film dressing provided stronger adhesion and better esthetics compared to medical adhesive alone.