Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Most acquired maxillary defects occur due to surgical resection of tumours. The most common of all intraoral defects are seen in the maxilla, in the form of an opening into the maxillary sinus and nasopharynx. These defects create disabilities in speech, deglutition, and mastication. Prosthetic rehabilitation with obturator provides both physiological and psychological benefits along with restoration of masticatory function and improvement of speech and aesthetics. One of the main objectives in the fabrication of hollow obturators is to minimize weight to optimize retention and stability as well as patient comfort. The article describes simple method for the fabrication of one piece hollow obturator for a patient with left side total maxillectomy.
Key words: Oral rehabilitation, Hollow obturator, Total maxillectomy, Retention.

Corresponding Author: Dr.Vikas Sharma, Room no  401, Department Of Prosthodontics, HP Government Dental College & Hospital, Shimla - 171 001, Himachal Pradesh, India. Phone: +91-9418022022. E-mail: vikassharmasml27@gmail.com

This article may be cited as:   Sharma V, Gupta R, Luthra RP, Sarin S, Ahirrao R. A Simple Method For Fabrication Of A Closed One Piece Hollow Definitive Obturator For A Maxillectomy Patient: A Case Report. J Adv Med Dent Scie Res 2015;3(2):92-96.