A Simple Immediate Surgical Obturator for Maxillary Resection

Authors

  • Booi C Ling Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22452/adum.vol2no1.5

Keywords:

maxillofacial prosthesis, immediate temporary obturator

Abstract

Temporary obturator' is necessary for maxillectomy procedures to minimise functional disabilities of speech and the swallowing of food and fluid following surgery. It also provides a base to hold surgical packing and/ or tissue conditioners in place. This packing helps to restore function and counter act contraction during healing of the ,tissues at the operated site. Dental clinicians are often faced with the problem of surgical staffs requesting an obturator for their patients at short notice. This article describes a fast technique of constructing an immediate surgical obturator.

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Published

1995-12-29

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Original/Research Article