Overview of maxillofacial prosthetics

Atay, Arzu.

Overview of maxillofacial prosthetics [E-Book] - 1 online resource. - Surgery - procedures, complications, and results Dental science, materials and technology . - Surgery--procedures, complications, and results series. Dental science, materials and technology series. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Chapter I -- Basic concepts -- Chapter II -- Maxillofacial prosthesis materials -- Chapter III -- Defects and obturators -- Chapter IV -- Implant applications for maxillofacial prostheses -- Chapter V -- Color concept and coloring in maxillofacial prostheses -- Chapter VI -- The aesthetics of maxillofacial prostheses -- Chapter VII -- The process of coping with prostheses for defect patients -- Editor contact information -- Index.

Maxillofacial defects may be congenital or acquired and may be caused by surgical interventions for neoplasms. Because of the localizations of these defects, aesthetic problems may occur so it becomes impossible for the patients to continue their daily lives. Losing a part of the face or having a congenital defect may play a negative effect on the social life and psychology of the patient. It also affects the function adversely. Maxillofacial prostheses' aim is to maintain the health of the hard and soft tissues and to improve the aesthetics of patients. But completing the process is tiring bo.

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