Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-3 | Issue-04 | 101-108
Case Report
The Restoration of an Orbital Defect Using a Magnet Retained Silicone Prosthesis- A Case Report
Dr. Nupur Hemant Vaidya, Dr. Anand Sunil Kulkarni, Dr. Shobha Rodrigues, Dr. Thilak Shetty B, Dr. Umesh Pai
Published : April 15, 2018
Abstract
Rehabilitation of Maxillo-facial defects is a complex task, requiring an
individualized approach and modification of existing techniques to suit the needs of
each patient. A removable, suitably retained prosthesis that reduces the patient’s
discomfort and involves a minimal amount of manual dexterity in its handling is the
key to successful prosthetic rehabilitation in such cases. This paper describes a novel
technique of the restoration of a complex orbital defect with a removable silicone
prosthesis that is retained with the help of magnets incorporated in the prosthesis
itself and the spectacle frame.