| Literature DB >> 25183913 |
V Anandkumar1, Kasim Mohamed1, Seenivasan MadhanKumar1, P Prathibha1, T V Padmanabhan1.
Abstract
Physical defects that compromise appearance or function, prevents an individual from leading a normal life, prompt the individual to seek treatment that will reinstate an acceptable normalcy. The disfigurement associated with loss of an eye can cause significant physical and emotional problems. The role of maxillofacial prosthodontists in fabricating an ocular prosthesis with acceptable esthetics and restoring normal appearance is essential. This article presents simplified impression technique and fabrication of ocular prosthesis.Keywords: Enucleation; Ocular defect; Ocular prosthesis
Year: 2012 PMID: 25183913 PMCID: PMC4148506 DOI: 10.1007/s13191-012-0164-3
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Indian Prosthodont Soc ISSN: 0972-4052