What is a Maxillary Obturator?
What are the fabrication steps and the challenges for the patient and the prosthodontist?
Surgical removal of oral cancer often leaves patients with significant defects that consist of loss of bone, soft tissue, and multiple teeth. It sometimes leaves connections between the nasal cavity, the oral cavity, and the sinuses. Making an impression of the defect was always challenging, and most patients did not like the experience given the intrusive nature of the impression process, material, and the open communication of the nasal and oral cavities.
The introduction of digital impressions was a game-changer for everyone. The patient was comfortable during the process, and the obturator fitted well with minimum adjustments. We restored the function and prevented the food and fluid from entering the nose. After delivering the prosthesis, we restored the phonetics, which was done with minimum adjustment.
So, the advantage of digital dentistry made a big difference in the fabrication of the Obturator and made it a much easier and much better overall experience that patients deserve after having a hard time during the cancer treatment process. So if you have any more questions about the Obturator and how we make them, please don’t hesitate to contact the office and set up a complimentary consultation.
Overall, digital dentistry has revolutionized the process of dental implant placement. Patients can enjoy improved dental health and confidence in their smiles with greater accuracy, faster treatment times, and more comfortable procedures. Please don’t hesitate to call Obeid Dental about the benefits of digital dentistry for your specific needs.
Please call Obeid Dental at (301) 652-9505 if you have any questions or to schedule an appointment. We serve the Chevy Chase, Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring, MD, and Washington D.C. area.
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