title: Three-dimensional precise orientation of bilateral auricular trial prosthesis using a facebow for a young adult with Crouzon syndrome.
abstract: Facial deformity can be debilitating, especially in the psychological and cosmetic aspects. Although surgical correction or replacement of deformed or missing parts is the ideal treatment, prosthetic replacement serves the purpose in case of surgical limitations. Prosthetic rehabilitation of a missing auricle is an acceptable option as it provides better control over the tortuous anatomical shape and shade of the missing portion. Improper spatial orientation of the prosthetic ear on the face can damage the results of even the most aesthetic prosthesis. This case report describes a simple and innovative method for precise spatial orientation of auricular trial prosthesis using a facebow and custom-made adjustable mechanical retention design using stainless steel wire.
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India.
authors.forename: Manu
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Rathee
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Amit Kumar
authors.initials: AK
authors.lastname: Tamrakar
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India.
authors.forename: Renu
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Kundu
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India.
authors.forename: Nadeem
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Yunus
mesh_terms: D003198:Computer Simulation; D003394:Craniofacial Dysostosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D054644:Ear Auricle / Q000002:abnormalities / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D055815:Young Adult
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