IP Annals of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Official Publication of Khyati Education And Research Foundation
Print ISSN: 2581-4796
Online ISSN: 2581-480X
IP Annals of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry (APRD) open access, peer-reviewed quarterly journal publishing since 2015 and is published under the Khyati Education and Research Foundation (KERF), is registered as a non-profit society (under the society registration act, 1860), Government of India with the vision of various accredited vocational courses in healthcare, education, paramedical, yoga, publication, teaching and research activity, with the aim of faster and better dissemination of knowledge, we will be publishing the article more...Case Report
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Volume : 6, Issue : 3, Year : 2020
Article Page : 171-175
https://doi.org/10.18231/j.aprd.2020.036
Abstract
Background: Face is the index of the mind, through which we express our various emotions. Defect of eyes can be congenital or acquired, due to carcinoma or trauma, which can lead to severe facial asymmetry and disfigurement. It results in several functional, esthetic and psychological disturbances to the patient. Restoring form and function in such patients is a very challenging task and requires an individualized design and technique for each patient.
Case Report: This case report showcases rehabilitation of a patient who was diagnosed with exenterated left eye secondary to squamous cell carcinoma and maxillary sinus. Various steps for fabrication of a custom silicone orbital prosthesis have been elaborated in this article which improved the patient’s psychological, social and emotional well-being.
Conclusion: The customized silicone orbital prosthesis does not only provide a life like-appearance but also has the advantage of being light in weight. Apart from being comfortable, economical and non-invasive use of the orbital prosthesis for a disfigured face undoubtedly improves the quality of life and the overall well-being of the patient.
Keywords: Custom silicone orbital prosthesis, Exenteration, Squamous cell carcinoma.
How to cite : Mendiratta T , Atwal H, Kumar D, Yadav R K, Khattak A, Sculpting the eye: Prosthetic rehabilitation following orbital exenteration. IP Ann Prosthodont Restor Dent 2020;6(3):171-175
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