PROSTHETIC REHABILITATION WITH CLOSED HOLLOW BULB OBTURATOR: A CASE REPORT OF PARTIAL MAXILLECTOMY PATIENT

Abstract

Partial maxillectomy, resulting from surgical resection of a maxillary tumor or other pathologies, can significantly impact the patient's quality of life due to impaired speech, mastication, and esthetics. Prosthetic rehabilitation using a closed hollow bulb obturator has proven to be an effective solution for restoring oral functions and improving esthetics in such cases. This case report presents the successful prosthetic rehabilitation of a patient with partial maxillectomy using a closed hollow bulb obturator. The report details the treatment planning, fabrication process, and post-insertion adjustments, leading to improved oral functions and enhanced patient satisfaction. The case report highlights the benefits and challenges of using a closed hollow bulb obturator for maxillary defects and underscores its valuable role in achieving functional and esthetic restoration in partial maxillectomy patients.

Keywords:

Partial maxillectomy, obturator, prosthetic rehabilitation

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