title: Using a facsimile (fax) as an aid for communication in maxillectomy planning between the prosthodontist and surgeon.
abstract: Preoperative communication between the prosthodontist and surgeon is required for properly planning the surgical prostheses that are often indicated for maxillectomy patients. When geography or long distances preclude face-to-face consultation, electronic means of correspondence are necessary to minimize delays in the fabrication of surgical prostheses. This article presents a time-efficient procedure for facilitation of the necessary communication between the prosthodontist and surgeon before maxillectomy surgical procedures.
authors.affiliation: Ontario Cancer Institute-Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto, Canada. ansgar_cheng@hotmail.com
authors.forename: A C
authors.initials: AC
authors.lastname: Cheng
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Lee
authors.forename: A G
authors.initials: AG
authors.lastname: Wee
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Morrison
mesh_terms: D003142:Communication; D006801:Humans; D008437:Maxilla / Q000601:surgery; D010158:Palatal Obturators; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011476:Prosthodontics; D019114:Remote Consultation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013515:Surgery, Oral; D016636:Telefacsimile