title: Rapid fabrication of silicone orbital prosthesis using conventional methods.
abstract: Restoration of orbital defects with silicone prosthesis has been a well-documented and accepted treatment option. Adhesive retained prosthesis offer the patients with adequate retention and treatment satisfaction. However, marginal breakdown and discoloration are common problems associated with these prostheses, necessitating their refabrication. Fabrication of a silicone orbital prosthesis is time consuming and requires multiple clinical and laboratory procedures. This technical article describes simple and cost effective steps for rapid fabrication of a silicone prosthesis using conventional methods.
authors.affiliation: Maxillofacial Prosthetic Service, Department of Prosthodontics, Mahidol University, 6th Yothi Street, Rachathewi, Phyathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand.
authors.forename: Binit
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Shrestha
authors.affiliation: Maxillofacial Prosthetic Service, Department of Prosthodontics, Mahidol University, 6th Yothi Street, Rachathewi, Phyathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand.
authors.forename: Reiyal
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Goveas
authors.affiliation: Maxillofacial Prosthetic Service, Department of Prosthodontics, Mahidol University, 6th Yothi Street, Rachathewi, Phyathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand. Electronic address: thitypa@hotmail.com.
authors.forename: Sita
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Thaworanunta
keywords: Facial defect; Orbital exenteration; Orbital prosthesis; Silicone prosthesis