Craniofacial prosthesis
Custom facial prostheses for defects from disease, trauma, or birth.
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Craniofacial prostheses are artificial replacements for facial features, created by anaplastologists or maxillofacial prosthodontists. They rehabilitate individuals with defects from disease, trauma, or birth conditions, restoring form and function while supporting emotional well-being.
Quick Facts
- Commonly replaced features
- ear, nose, eye/eyelids
- Related prostheses
- ocular prosthesis, hair prosthesis
- Attachment methods
- biocompatible drying adhesives
- osseointegrated implants
- magnets
- glasses
- straps
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- Wikipedia: Craniofacial prosthesis (CC BY-SA 4.0).
- Word definitions: the Codexery glossary, each quoted from its Wikipedia article.
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