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Rehabilitation of Hemimaxillectomy with Foldable Obturator in Restricted Mouth Opening: A Case Report

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The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society

Abstract

Acquired defects of the head and neck region as in case of hemimaxillectomy can be devastating to the patients and presents considerable reconstructive challenge for the Prosthodontists. The defects created by the surgery results in damaging effects on functional, cosmetic, and psychological aspects of the patient. The purpose of this clinical report is to discuss the method of fabricating a foldable obturator for rehabilitation of a patient of hemimaxillectomy with restricted mouth opening.

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  1. Maharashtra Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Latur, Latur, Maharashtra, India

    Padmakar S. Patil & K. Rajkumar

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Patil, P.S., Rajkumar, K. Rehabilitation of Hemimaxillectomy with Foldable Obturator in Restricted Mouth Opening: A Case Report. J Indian Prosthodont Soc 13, 612–616 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13191-012-0217-7

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