A Solution for Mandibular Deviation with Early Restoration of Function and Esthetics: A Case Report

Abstract

Background : Prosthetic rehabilitation of the hemimandibulectomy patient has always been a difficult task for the prosthodontist. Mandibular discontinuity following resection is a debilitating condition for patients. Mandibular deviation results in impaired masticatory function and facial disfigurement. Early prosthetic intervention by guide flange prosthesis helps the patient to achieve normal maxillo-mandibular relationship and early restoration of normal function. This case report presents the fabrication of guide flange prosthesis prior to hemimandibulectomy procedure, preventing mandibular deviation.

Keywords

• Hemimandibulectomy
• Prosthodontics
• Squamous cell carcinoma.