A two-part obturator prosthesis for use following maxillectomy in edentulous patients.
Some problems of conventional prostheses after maxillectomy are discussed. A two-part appliance which incorporates a removable, flexible obturator is described. It is simple to construct and comfortable to wear.
D003827:Denture, Complete, Upper; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery*; D009066:Mouth, Edentulous / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D010027:Osteotomy; D010158:Palatal Obturators / Q000379:methods*