MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHESIS

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Patients who may require maxillofacial prosthetic care include those with:

Head & Neck Cancer Survivors – Following surgical removal of tumors
Facial Trauma Victims – Due to accidents or injuries
Congenital Conditions – Such as cleft lip and palate, or missing facial features
Advanced Implant Reconstructions – Complex cases requiring specialized prosthetic solutions.

Intraoral Prostheses (Inside the Mouth) /

Prosthesis Type	Purpose
Obturator	Covers palate defects after surgery or due to cleft palate; restores swallowing, chewing, and speech
Palatal Lift Prosthesis	Helps soft palate assume correct position for speech
Palatal Augmentation Prosthesis	Alters palate shape to improve speech
Mandibular Resection Prosthesis	Replaces portion of jaw lost to surgery, restoring gums and teeth
Speech-Aid Prosthesis	Improves speech function
Fluoride Carrier	Protects compromised teeth in patients with dry mouth or undergoing radiation therapy

Prosthesis Type	Purpose
Ocular (Eye)	Replaces a missing eye
Orbital	Replaces eye and surrounding tissues
Auricular (Ear)	Replaces a missing ear
Nasal (Nose)	Replaces a missing nose
Midfacial	Replaces part of the face involving multiple structures
Radiation Shield	Protects normal tissues during radiation therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a custom-made artificial replacement for missing parts of the face or mouth, restoring function (chewing, speaking, swallowing) and appearance

Patients who have lost facial or oral tissues due to cancer surgery, trauma, or birth conditions such as cleft palate

Prostheses may be either permanently fixed with dental implants or removable, depending on the patient's specific condition

Treatment duration varies depending on the complexity and extent of the prosthetic reconstruction required