Craniofacial
implants have been widely used for the long-term retention of ear epithesis.
However, previous surgical failures and patient preferences may contraindicate
the implantation in some cases.
This clinical
report presents the prosthetic reconstruction of auricular defects without
implant anchorage. An adhesive-retained
ear epithesis was designed for two patients.
The margins of
epitheses were sealed by using tissue adhesives; this along with the mechanical
support of tissue undercuts promoted the retention of epitheses. Patients were
clinically evaluated during follow-ups at 1, 3, and 6 months; they had no
complaints and were satisfied with their appearance.
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