Solutions for nasal defects

The caudal-lateral inserted transposition flap in reconstructive tumor surgery on the nasal ala

The nasal region represents an important three-dimensional esthetic unit where minimal distortion will be obvious and disturbing. In this regard the reconstruction of the nasal ala in dermatologic tumor surgery may be challenging. We propose the reconstructive option of a caudal-lateral inserted transposition flap for this indication. The principle of this surgical alternative and the long-term outcome is demonstrated in representative cases. The various indications and modifications of this reconstructive principle are discussed and compared to other remodeling alternatives.

Implant-retained finger prosthesis with modified retention system

BACKGROUND

Amputations affect both the physical and the psychological aspects of an individual, causing significant impact on self-esteem. The main causes of finger amputations are work-related accidents with dangerous machinery, road traffic accidents, and animal bites, as well as systemic diseases such as diabetes. This report aims to describe a simple technique for fabrication of implant-retained finger prosthesis with a modified base of the retention system.

CASE DESCRIPTION AND METHODS

The O-Ring retention system was used with a modified hexagon-shaped base and a metallic capsule adapted to the acrylic resin to attach the prosthesis to the implant.

FINDINGS AND OUTCOMES

The prosthesis was made with silicone, and after osseointegration, it was installed without complications, leading to a patient satisfied with the end result and encouraged to return to social life.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Restoring self-esteem in the patient and static and functional rehabilitation.

Patients' satisfaction after surgical facial reconstruction or after rehabilitation with maxillofacial prosthesis

The matching of the aesthetic, functional, and psychosocial results of a facial deformity may produce devastating effects in its carriers, especially if the lesion is extensive or the treatment is aggressive. Because of this, the objective of the present article was to evaluate patient's satisfaction rating after surgical facial reconstruction or rehabilitation with oral and maxillofacial prosthesis, by means of reviewing the literature.