title: Modified technique for preparing a polyurethane lining for facial prostheses.
abstract: A simplified technique for preparing, under a vacuum, a polyurethane lining for a facial prosthesis is described. A previously presented technique strengthened the prosthesis and allowed it to be attached with a water-based adhesive. This technique eliminates wrinkling, simplifies bonding, allows multiple linings to be made at the same time, conserves time and cost, and improves predictability of the results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dental Oncology, University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston.
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Lemon
authors.forename: J W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: Martin
authors.forename: G E
authors.initials: GE
authors.lastname: King
mesh_terms: D004431:Ear, External; D006801:Humans; D008447:Maxillofacial Prosthesis; D011140:Polyurethanes / Q000737:chemistry; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D012826:Silicone Elastomers / Q000737:chemistry; D013499:Surface Properties
chemical_list: D011140:Polyurethanes; D012826:Silicone Elastomers