Anterior indexing technique for orbital prostheses.
This article describes a straightforward technique for indexing the ocular part of an orbital prosthesis from the anterior aspect. The iris of the ocular portion remains unaffected while using this technique. There is no damage to the moulage as indexing is done from the anterior aspect. This technique provides stability, prevents rotation of the ocular portion, and allows the moulage to be used multiple times. It is cost effective and requires minimal manipulation during processing.
Assistant Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, Dr ZA Dental College and Hospital, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. Electronic address: drpankaj_07@yahoo.co.in.
Pankaj
P
Kharade
Director, Principal, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Mahesh
M
Verma
Senior Resident, Department of Conservative dentistry and Endodontics, Dr ZA Dental College and Hospital, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India.
Swati
S
Sharma
D006801:Humans; D007498:Iris; D020273:Orbital Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design / Q000379:methods*; D019919:Prosthesis Implantation / Q000379:methods*