title: Treatment of lagophthalmos of the eye with a custom prosthesis.
abstract: Inability to close the eyelids (lagophthalmos) is a major problem for patients with facial paralysis. Various treatment modalities and combinations can be used to restore function and esthetics. Lid loading is an effective method of treatment and can be further enhanced by custom fabrication of the prosthesis. The dentist functions as an integral part of the treatment team, working with the plastic surgeon and ophthalmologist to achieve the most functional and esthetic result.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia.
authors.forename: M M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Grisius
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Hof
mesh_terms: D005141:Eyelid Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000534:rehabilitation / Q000601:surgery*; D005143:Eyelids / Q000601:surgery*; D005158:Facial Paralysis / Q000150:complications*; D006047:Gold Alloys; D006801:Humans; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D017755:Prosthesis Fitting
chemical_list: D006047:Gold Alloys