Prosthetic Rehabilitation of Aramany Class III Maxillary Defect with Zygomatic Implant-Supported Bar Attachment Definitive Obturator: A Case Report

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Gautam Shetty, Maria Jenifer F X, Srishti Relan,Karunakar Shetty, Manisha Jain,

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Maxillectomy is a surgical procedure in which a part or the entire maxilla is removed. This procedure is typically performed to treat conditions such as tumors or cancers that affect the maxilla, or severe trauma that has irreparably damaged this part of the jaw. Depending on the extent of the condition, the maxillectomy may involve removal of soft tissues, bone, or both from the maxilla. After the surgery, reconstructive procedures may be necessary to restore function and aesthetics to the affected area of the face. Maxillary defects may arise from congenital issues, developmental anomalies, or conditions acquired through cancer surgery. Surgical removal is frequently employed for patients with malignant maxillary tumors. Surgical defects vary in complexity depending on the amount of tissue loss. Basic defects can often be addressed using removable prostheses along with maxillofacial implants, attachments, adhesives, and spectacles for securing the prosthesis in place. The zygoma, which is a very dense bone, provides excellent support for dental implants. In fact, a complete arch can be replaced at once. Zygomatic implants are appropriate for dental patients who have lost bone mass due to a variety of factors, including severe acquired defects.

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