title: Maxillofacial prosthetic rehabilitation following self-inflicted gunshot wounds to the head and neck.
abstract: Management of gunshot wounds to the head and neck is a challenge for the maxillofacial prosthodontist. Care of these patients can be divided into early, intermediate, and definitive phases. Psychologic management is often the most important aspect of treatment in ultimately resolving patient needs.
mesh_terms: D003778:Dentures; D006801:Humans; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000628:therapy*; D008447:Maxillofacial Prosthesis; D019838:Neck Injuries; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D013165:Splints; D013406:Suicide, Attempted; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000628:therapy*