OBJECTIVES: This study aimed to evaluate the stability of prostheses supported by zygoma implants and remaining teeth for subjects who had undergone hemi-maxillectomy. METHODS: Ten patients were included in the study. Oral rehabilitation was performed using a temporary prosthesis that was supported by remaining teeth for the first three months. Then, a zygoma implant was placed to provide sup...

Introduction Ameloblastoma is common benign epithelial tumor of odontogenic origin. The presentation ameloblastoma unique as it locally aggressive with high recurrence rate if not treated adequately. This study aimed to conduct retrospective analyze the characteristics and management in patient Oral Maxillofacial Surgery at Hasan Sadikin General Hospital between periods January 2020 – December ...

Patients missing portions or all of the maxillary alveolar bone who are restored with zygomatic implants frequently have threads exposed that can be a mucosal irritant. If such irritation is reported, covering the threads with a highly polished titanium sleeve is recommended. The technique of placing said custom sleeve is described. This adjunctive treatment method has eliminated mucosal irrita...

A 61-year-old female patient with adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) of the right maxilla and Angle class II division 1 malocclusion had received a subtotal maxillectomy in right side and used a conventional clasp-retained obturator. After implants placement, a maxillary interim immediate obturator (IIO) and then a definitive obturator using six endosseous implants were fabricated. During one-year ...

Adenocarcinoma is a type of carcinoma that begins from the glands. Impovement in management head and neck cancer have resulted decreased mortality, increased survival rates patient’s quality life. The World Health Organization defines life are include three things, physical function, mentalstatus ability to socially interact. It reported 19-year-old male with history right infraorbital adenocar...

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Maxillofacial defects due to malignant or benign tumors or congenital defects often result in complications such as the impairment of facial aesthetic, mastication, speech, and swallowing. Remedy of these defects, especially in a dentate patient is an important challenge in prosthodontics. Maxillectomy can lead to severe anatomical changes f...