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A novel non-invasive retentive approach of an interim auricular prosthesis: A case report

Abdullah Kamel Abdullah

Prosthetic Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Minia University, Egypt

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Amro Mohammed Moness Ali

http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1249-2175

Paediatric and Community Dentistry Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Minia University, Egypt

E-mail Address: amromoness@mu.edu.eg

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Amal Mohammed Elsawy

http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4248-3296

Department of Clinical Dental Science Prosthodontic Division, Faculty of Dentistry, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia

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Abstract

Auricular reconstruction is a challenging issue. It can either be performed surgically or by the use of prosthesis. Definitive auricular prosthesis can be retained by craniofacial implants. Temporary (interim) prosthesis can be retained using adhesives, engaging anatomical undercuts and using mechanical means of retention-like spectacles. This case report proposes a new mechanical means of retention for a temporary auricular prosthesis, which can be suitable for non-eyeglass wearing females or for female patients who refuse to wear eyeglass for retaining their prosthesis.

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