maxillofacial prosthetics(replacing missing facial parts with artificial prosthesis)
Maxillofacial Prosthetics: Restoring Form and Function with Braces and Faces Dental Clinic
For individuals who have lost facial structures due to trauma, congenital conditions, or surgery, maxillofacial prosthetics offers life-changing solutions. At Braces and Faces Dental Clinic, our skilled maxillofacial prosthodontists specialize in creating custom facial prosthetics to restore both aesthetics and functionality, improving our patients’ confidence and quality of life.
What is Maxillofacial Prosthetics?
Maxillofacial prosthetics is a specialized branch of prosthodontics that focuses on designing and fabricating artificial replacements for missing facial structures. These prosthetics help restore oral and facial function, correct deformities, and improve appearance after conditions .
- Cancer surgery (tumor removal)
- Traumatic injuries (accidents, burns, gunshot wounds)
- Congenital defects (cleft palate, microtia, missing facial bones)
- Post-surgical defects (jaw or facial bone removal, radiation therapy effects)
Types of Maxillofacial Prosthetics
At Braces and Faces Dental Clinic, we provide customized maxillofacial prosthetic solutions, including:
- Ocular (Eye) Prostheses – Artificial eyes that restore appearance after eye loss.
- Orbital Prostheses – Replaces missing eye and surrounding tissue.
- Auricular (Ear) Prostheses – Custom-designed prosthetic ears for patients with missing or malformed ears.
- Nasal Prostheses – Restores nasal structures lost due to trauma or surgery.
- Facial Prostheses – Covers extensive defects involving cheeks, forehead, or multiple facial structures.
- Palatal Obturators – Closes openings in the palate (roof of the mouth) for better speech and swallowing.
- Mandibular (Jaw) Prostheses – Restores missing sections of the jaw for improved function.
The Maxillofacial Prosthetic Process
At Braces and Faces Dental Clinic, our process involves:
- Consultation & Assessment – Understanding the patient’s condition and needs.
- Custom Impression & Design – Creating a mold of the affected area for precise fit and aesthetics.
- Fabrication & Color Matching – Crafting the prosthesis with lifelike detail to blend with natural skin tones.
- Placement & Adjustment – Ensuring comfort, stability, and proper function.
- Follow-up Care – Providing maintenance and long-term support.
Benefits of Maxillofacial Prosthetics
- Restores facial symmetry and appearance
- Improves speech, chewing, and breathing
- Enhances self-esteem and confidence
- Provides non-surgical solutions for facial reconstruction
