Epiplating systems for retaining facial prostheses: A case report

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Case Report

Author Details : Sethi T , Kheur S , Kheur M , Jambhekar S*

Volume : 1, Issue : 2, Year : 2013

Article Page : 80-84

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Abstract

Rehabilitation of patients using extra oral prosthesis with bone fixtures is gaming popularity. Its advantages over conventional adhesive retained prostheses make it a better option for the patient. Various factors need to be taken into account for ensuring the success of umplants and therefore treatment planning is of utmost importance. This case report demonstrates the procedure for rehabilitating a patient with epiplating system fixtures using magnets as attachments for the silicone prosthesis.

Keywords: Epiplating, Auricular Prosthesis, Maxillofacial Prosthesis

How to cite : Sethi T, Kheur S, Kheur M, Jambhekar S, Epiplating systems for retaining facial prostheses: A case report. J Dent Spec 2013;1(2):80-84

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