Alternative impression technique for a speech-aid prosthesis. |
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| Authors: | Filiz Keyf Nesrin Sahin Yavuz Aslan |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Prosthodontics at Faculty of Dentistry, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey. dkeyf@e-kolay.net |
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| Abstract: | OBJECTIVE: Prosthetic treatment for speech disorders attributable to surgically acquired soft palate defects are introduced. CASE: A patient who underwent soft palate resection for cancer is presented. The resected portion of the soft palate was confined to the posterior segments. A prosthesis with a speech bulb was adapted to the patient. CONCLUSION: Excellent restoration of speech and improvement of velopharyngeal function was achieved following placement of the special prosthesis. |
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