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K Kasim Mohamed1, V Anand Kumar, N Devi, T V Padmanaban.
Abstract
Maxillofacial prosthesis is an art and science which not only replaces the lost structure sometimes it restores the functions also. Pharyngeal obturator is a prosthesis which closes the palatal and pharyngeal defects and improving the speech and other function. The following case report discusses palatopharyngeal insufficiency, impression procedures, fabrication of prosthesis and improvements in speech.Entities:
Keywords: Speech bulb prosthesis; Temporary pharyngeal obturator
Year: 2010 PMID: 23204726 PMCID: PMC3453169 DOI: 10.1007/s13191-010-0006-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Indian Prosthodont Soc ISSN: 0972-4052