Improved fit is one advantage of a custom ocular prosthesis. Numerous methods exist to gain intimate tissue adaptation. This article reviews the literature concerning such methods and presents an improved technique for fabrication of a custom ocular impression tray. J Prosthodont 2000;9:210-216. This is a US government work. There are no restrictions on its use. INDEX WORDS: artificial eye, custom impression tray From Wilford Hall

Improved fit is one advantage of a custom ocular prosthesis. Numerous methods exist to gain intimate tissue adaptation. This article reviews the literature concerning such methods and presents an improved technique for fabrication of a custom ocular impression tray.

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Several conditions necessitate surgical or prosthetic ear reconstruction. If an auricular prosthesis is planned, accurate impressions of both the affected and unaffected ears are essential. This article describes a technique that uses a wax-customized, rigid impression tray and irreversible hydrocolloid to minimize distortion during the procedure.

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