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Prosthetic replacement of bilateral maxillectomy.

J A Kirchner

    Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    This case study details managing extensive adenoid cystic carcinoma of the palate and sinuses with bilateral maxillectomy. A custom obturator and denture segment restored speech, swallowing, and facial aesthetics.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Oncology
    • Reconstructive Dentistry

    Background:

    • Adenoid cystic carcinoma is a rare malignancy often affecting salivary glands and sinonasal cavities.
    • Extensive surgical resection is typically the primary treatment modality for localized disease.
    • Maxillectomy for advanced tumors can lead to significant functional and aesthetic deficits.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with adenoid cystic carcinoma involving the maxillary sinuses, hard palate, and nasal chambers.
    • Treatment involved bilateral maxillectomy and a split-thickness skin graft.
    • Post-surgical reconstruction required a dental obturator for speech and swallowing.

    Findings:

    • The dental obturator, designed to accommodate surgical undercuts, successfully enabled speech and swallowing.
    • A novel aesthetic solution was achieved by incorporating a portion of a deceased spouse's denture into the obturator.
    • This custom modification significantly improved the patient's upper lip appearance and overall cosmesis.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of patient-centered, multidisciplinary approaches in head and neck cancer reconstruction.
    • Innovative prosthetic solutions can address functional deficits and improve psychological well-being after extensive cancer surgery.
    • The successful integration of a personal denture segment demonstrates a unique method for achieving patient-specific cosmetic satisfaction.

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