Nischitha A.B / Thirrupthi Kodhai.V / Thrisha M
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
Obturators and hollow dentures are essential prosthetic treatment modalities in prosthodontics for rehabilitating patients with maxillofacial defects and compromised denture-bearing tissues. Obturators restore the separation between the oral and nasal cavities in congenital or acquired maxillary defects, improving speech, mastication, swallowing, esthetics, and psychological well-being. Based on the treatment stage, they are classified as surgical, interim, or definitive prostheses. Hollow dentures incorporate a hollow cavity within the denture base to reduce prosthesis weight while maintaining structural strength, thereby enhancing retention, stability, and patient comfort, particularly in cases of severe ridge resorption, extensive maxillary defects, or increased interarch space. Advances in CAD/CAM and three-dimensional (3D) printing have improved the precision and predictability of fabrication. Successful outcomes depend on accurate diagnosis, meticulous treatment planning, precise clinical and laboratory procedures, and regular follow-up, ensuring optimal functional, esthetic, and patient-centered rehabilitation.
