Publications by authors named "Karina Helga Turcio de Carvalho"
Article Synopsis
- The treatment of orofacial tumors can lead to facial deformities, impacting functions like feeding and speech, and diminishing self-esteem.
- A case study of a male patient with epidermoid cancer involved a mandibulectomy and the creation of conventional and removable dentures, which improved his ability to feed and overall satisfaction after one year.
- Effective prosthetic rehabilitation is crucial for self-esteem post-surgery, and well-fitted dentures with proper occlusal adjustments can enhance stability and retention, especially in patients with adequate alveolar bone.
Introduction: The aim of this paper was to present a rehabilitation of a patient with a dynamic universal castable long abutment (UCLA) for a single tilted implant in the anterior maxillary area.
Presentation Of Case: A 57-year-old male patient attended the dentistry college clinic complaining of a vertical fracture of a residual root of the dental element 22. The tooth extraction was indicated for the implant installation.