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A Structured Rehabilitation Protocol for Improved Multifunctional Prosthetic Control: A Case Study
Published on: November 6, 2015
A Multidisciplinary Workflow for Sequential Prosthetic Rehabilitation of a Patient With Bilateral Maxillary Defects:
Zhiqian Ye1, Yan Li1, Dongye Yang1
1Hospital of Stomatology, Guanghua School of Stomatology, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Stomatology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China.
Summary
This study details a multidisciplinary approach for rehabilitating bilateral maxillary defects using sequential obturator prostheses and orofacial myofunctional therapy. This method ensures early functional recovery and preserves facial esthetics over a decade.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Prosthodontics
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Extensive maxillectomy for bilateral maxillary defects necessitates coordinated interdisciplinary care.
- The
- cavity period
- post-surgery can impede oral function and facial esthetics.
- Orofacial myofunctional therapy and functional assessments are crucial for optimal outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a multidisciplinary rehabilitation strategy for bilateral maxillary defects.
- To evaluate the efficacy of sequential obturator prostheses and orofacial myofunctional therapy.
- To demonstrate long-term functional and esthetic outcomes over a 10-year follow-up.
Main Methods:
- Sequential use of obturator prostheses to eliminate the
- cavity period
- and enable early function restoration.
- Integration of orofacial myofunctional therapy to prevent trismus and enhance prosthesis adaptation.
- Application of multi-dimensional functional assessments for structured monitoring and outcome enhancement.
Main Results:
- The multidisciplinary approach facilitated timely and effective rehabilitation of bilateral maxillary defects.
- Early restoration of oral functions and preservation of facial morphology were achieved.
- Sustained positive outcomes were observed over a 10-year follow-up period.
Conclusions:
- A multidisciplinary strategy involving sequential obturator prostheses and orofacial myofunctional therapy is effective for prosthetic rehabilitation of bilateral maxillary defects.
- This approach ensures early recovery and maintenance of oral functions and facial esthetics.
- Multi-dimensional functional assessments provide a structured, replicable method for monitoring treatment success.
