Rehabilitation of Unilateral Ocular Defect – A Case Report Dr. Jurel Sunit Kr, Lecturer, Dr. Kumar Lakshya*, Lecturer, Dr. Yadav Akanksha, B.D.S., Private practitioner Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Sciences, C.S.M. Medical University (upgraded K.G.M.C.), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. *Address for Correspondence: Dr. Lakshya Kumar Yadav, Lecturer, Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Sciences, C.S.M. Medical University (upgraded K.G.M.C.), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. E-mail: lakshya79@yahoo.com
Abstract The unfortunate loss or absence of an eye may be caused by a congenital defect, irreparable trauma, tumor or blind eye. The role of a maxillofacial prosthodontist in fabricating an ocular prosthesis to restore facial symmetry and normal appearance for the anopthalmic patient becomes essential. A custom made ocular prosthesis is an excellent alternative in such cases as they have an acceptable fit, retention and esthetics but is technically difficult to fabricate. On the other hand, the stock eye has a compromised fit and poor esthetics. This case report presents a simple technique of customization of stock eye prosthesis to provide accurate fit and acceptable esthetics. Top Keywords Ocular Defect, Customized Stock Eye. Top |