A Simplified Technique for Fabrication of Orbital Prosthesis
Published: June 1, 2014 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.7860/JCDR/2014/.4490
Neeraj Sharma, G.K.Thakral, Abhilash Mohapatra, Jyotsna Seth, Pallavi Vashisht
1. Senior Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.
2. Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.
3. Senior Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Soa University Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, India.
4. Senior Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.
5. Senior Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Seema Dental College Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India
Correspondence Address :
Dr. Neeraj Sharma,
Seema Dental College, Virbhdra Road Rishikesh-249201, Uttarakhand, India.
Phone: 9837887423, E-mail: drneerajmds@yahoo.in
Abstract
Eye is a vital organ not only for vision, but also an important component of facial expression, and over-all personality of a person. Loss of eye, apart from leading to impaired vision has a crippling effect on the psychology of the patient. Prosthodontic rehabilitation of such cases includes fabrication of prosthesis by acrylic resin, silicone and implants. However, not all patients are willing to use implants for maxillofacial rehabilitation. Therefore, a custom made orbital prosthesis serves as an affordable and satisfactory alternative.
Keywords
Custom made orbital prosthesis, Esthetics, Orbital defect