Prosthetic Rehabilitation of an acquired Ocular Defect in a Pediatric Patient: A Clinical Report

JOURNAL TITLE: International Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry

Author
1. Mitalee Mopkar
2. Kennedy Mascarenhas
ISSN
2231-6361
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10019-1206
Volume
8
Issue
2
Publishing Year
2018
Pages
5
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, Goa Dental College and Hospital, Bambolim, Goa, India
    1. Department of Prosthodontics and Crown and Bridge, Goa Dental College and Hospital, Bambolim, Goa, India
  • Article keywords
    Custom eye, Custom ocular tray, Iris positioning, Ocular prosthesis, Prosthodontics, Scleral shell.

    Abstract

    The eye is one of the vital sense organs. Apart from being a physical disability, the psychological impact can be quite traumatic. The early cosmetic restoration of acquired defects boosts the patient's confidence and enhances maintenance of tissue health. The following article describes a technique to customize a prosthesis in a patient of the pediatric age group. Such a fabricated prosthesis adapts better than prefabricated stock prosthesis and the accurate positioning of the iris disk enhances the esthetic outcome.

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