Clinical ReportCustom-fabricated nasal conformers and surgical stents in the management of midfacial acid burn injuries: A clinical report
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Clinical report
A 28-year-old man was referred by the Department of Reconstructive Surgery to the Division of Prosthodontics for fabrication of surgical nasal stents. His history included an accidental acid burn injury 6 months previously. First aid management was performed at a primary healthcare center for burns. Subsequently, he was referred to a reconstructive surgeon for management of facial scarring and obstructed external nares.
An extraoral clinical examination revealed scarring involving the mid face,
Discussion
Different impression materials, including putty and light-body polyvinyl siloxane, have been used to record the internal and external anatomy of the nose.9 The external anatomy can also be recorded with reinforced irreversible hydrocolloid impression material for accurate reproduction of surface details, minimum distortion of the underlying tissue, and comparatively straightforward retrievability.10
Maxillofacial prostheses can be fabricated from medical grade silicone or polymethylmethacrylate
Summary
The novel maxillofacial prosthetic stent provided for him served a dual purpose of maintaining a patent nasal airway and stabilizing the graft, thereby promoting healing.
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