Buccomaxillofacial Prosthesis as a Rehabilitative Alternative in Buconasal Communication: Case Report
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https://doi.org/10.32635/2176-9745.RBC.2025v71n3.5036Keywords:
Mucormycosis, Maxillofacial Injuries, Prostheses and Implants, Rehabilitation, Dental CareAbstract
Introduction: Mucormycosis, a rare and aggressive fungal infection, presents a significant clinical challenge, requiring early diagnosis and effective treatment. The importance of an integrated approach to orofacial rehabilitation emphasizes the harmonious correlation between dental elements and facial structures, crucial for oral aesthetics and function. Case report: A patient with mucormycosis (zygomycosis) who suffered from oral-nasal communication after maxillectomy, highlighted the use of a maxillofacial prosthesis as an efficient nonsurgical solution. The treatment included the creation of a new obturator prosthesis, using careful manufacturing techniques to adjust the weight and maximize comfort and functionality for the patient. Conclusion: Rehabilitation with oral and maxillofacial prostheses represents a viable, less invasive and cost-effective alternative, promoting the restoration of patients’ aesthetics, function and social image and avoiding complex grafts. This approach benefits public health by reducing the psychosocial stress of more invasive treatments and promoting collaborative, multidisciplinary care that values diversity of concepts to reach best clinical outcomes.
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