title: Expanding digits of a maxillofacial prosthodontist.
abstract: Complete or partial loss of a finger is the most commonly encountered problem in prosthetic dentistry. The etiology of missing digit may either be congenital or acquired. Trauma is the most common cause for acquired defect of the digit. Loss of a digit results in functional and psychological impact on quality-of-life of the patient. This article portrays about the prosthetic management of a patient with an acquired defect of finger.
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
authors.forename: Sanjna
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nayar
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: Aruna
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
authors.lastname: Santhosh
keywords: Missing digit; quality of life; trauma