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KMID : 1004520190350030191
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Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
2019 Volume.35 No. 3 p.191 ~ p.198
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Prosthetic rehabilitation for a maxillectomy patient using 3D printing assisted closed hollow bulb obturator: a case report
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Oh Mi-Ju
Lee Jong-Hyuk
Song Young-Gyun
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Abstract
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This case report presents a closed hollow bulb obturator made by 3D printing for a maxillectomy patient. Final impression was taken according to the instructions and impression trays provided by the Magic dentureTM system. Vertical dimension, facial appearance, and retention had been checked with the try-in denture. The try-in denture was corrected and adjusted to fulfill the demand of the patients, then these were reflected to the final design of the denture. The defect area was designed as a closed hollow bulb shape to reduce the weight and to provide uniform thickness of the denture. The patient satisfied with the esthetics and function of the denture.
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KEYWORD
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obturator, maxillary defect, 3D printing, closed hollow bulb
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