Use of 3-dimensional imaging and manufacturing for bilateral auricular prostheses: A case series of six patients with congenital auricular defects

Hatamleh, Muhanad M.; Hatamlah, Heba Mohammad; Nuseir, Amjad

doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2022.09.022

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“…These technologies make it easier to provide complex, yet reproducible high-quality facial prosthetic treatment at justified cost. 19 Earlier studies reported conflicting associations between prosthesis type and patient approval. While quality of life (QoL) domains of patients wearing nasal prostheses were the worst in one study, 8 no such prosthesis-dependent satisfaction was reported, 22 which is in harmony with the current study.…”

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“…The patients in this study found different data acquisition methods, soft tissue reconstructions, and skin‐tone digital reproduction helpful and easy. These technologies make it easier to provide complex, yet reproducible high‐quality facial prosthetic treatment at justified cost 19 . Earlier studies reported conflicting associations between prosthesis type and patient approval.…”

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“…5,[14][15][16][17][18] However, literature related to patient experience using such technologies is scarce. 19 This study aimed to analyze the impact of digital technologies on facial prosthetic service provision and patient acceptability. The null hypotheses were that there would be no statistically significant differences in all aspects related to maxillofacial prosthetics rehabilitation, service provision, patient attitudes, and acceptance.…”

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“…These technologies make it easier to provide complex and reproducible high‐quality facial prosthetic treatment at an affordable cost 5,14–18 . However, literature related to patient experience using such technologies is scarce 19 . This study aimed to analyze the impact of digital technologies on facial prosthetic service provision and patient acceptability.…”

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Maxillofacial prosthetics and digital technologies: Cross‐sectional study of healthcare service provision, patient attitudes, and opinions

Hatamleh¹,

Hatamlah

Nuseir

2023

Journal of Prosthodontics

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PurposeDigital technologies are continuously improving the accuracy and quality of maxillofacial prosthetics, but their impact on patients remains unclear. This cross‐sectional study aimed to analyze the impact of facial prosthetics service provision, patients’ perception, and digital technology on prostheses construction.Materials and MethodsAll patients who presented for evaluation and management of facial defects between January 2021 and December 2021 at the ENT clinic were eligible for study enrollment. Patients requiring prosthetic reconstruction of their missing facial parts were included in the study. Forty‐five questionnaires were delivered, inquiring about the patients’ prosthetic demographics, prosthesis manufacture using 3D technologies, and their perceptions and attitudes.ResultsA total of 37 patients responded (29 males, eight females; mean age 20.50 years). The congenital cause was the highest among other causes (p = 0.001) with auricular defects being the highest (p = 0.001). A total of 38 prostheses were constructed and 17 prostheses were retained by 36 craniofacial implants (p = 0.014). The auricular and orbital implants success rates were 97% and 25%, respectively. The implant locations were digitally planned pre‐operatively. Digital 3D technologies of defect capture, data designing, and 3D modeling were used and perceived as helpful and comfortable (p = 0.001). Patients perceived their prosthesis as easy to handle, suited them, and they felt confident with it (p = 0.001). They wore it for more than 12 h daily (p = 0.001). They were not worried that it would be noticed, and found it comfortable and stable during various activities (p = 0.001). Implant‐retained prosthesis patients were more satisfied with it, and found it easy to handle and stable (p = 0.001).ConclusionsCongenital defects are the main cause of facial defects in the study country. The overall acceptance of maxillofacial prostheses was good, showing high patient perception and satisfaction. Ocular and implant‐retained silicone prostheses are better handled, more stable, and the latter is more satisfying than traditional adhesive prostheses. Digital technologies save time and effort invested in manufacturing facial prostheses.

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confidence: 99%