CLOSED HOLLOW BULB OBTURATOR: A CASE REPORT FOR PROSTHETIC REHABILITATION FOLLOWING PARTIAL MAXILLECTOMY

Abstract

Partial maxillectomy, often necessitated by malignancies or severe traumatic injuries, can result in significant functional and aesthetic impairments for the patient. Prosthetic rehabilitation using a closed hollow bulb obturator presents a viable treatment option to address these challenges. This case report describes the successful rehabilitation of a patient following partial maxillectomy through the fabrication and utilization of a closed hollow bulb obturator. The obturator design allowed for optimal retention, stability, and improved speech articulation while restoring the patient's facial symmetry and self-confidence. The report highlights the clinical and technical aspects of the obturator fabrication process and discusses its positive impact on the patient's overall quality of life. This case serves to underscore the importance of individualized prosthetic solutions in achieving favorable outcomes for patients with partial maxillectomy.

Keywords:

Partial maxillectomy, obturator, prosthetic rehabilitation

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