RESTORATION OF A POST-SURGICAL DEFECT BY MAGNETIC MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHESIS: A CASE REPORT

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Edentulous patient with an intra-oral and extra-oral defect suffers from both functional loss and psychological distress. Magnets give a successful approach to rehabilitate the oral functions and improve the quality of life. This case report describes a simple method of fabricating a two part magnetic maxillofacial prosthesis.

Keywords

• maxillofacial prosthesis
• magnet retained prosthesis
• patient satisfaction
• maggots
• emimaxillectomy
• extra-oral prosthesis
• intra-oral prosthesis