Improved edge strength in a facial prosthesis by incorporation of tulle: a clinical report.

J Prosthet Dent

Department of Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Istanbul University, Turkey.

Published: December 2003

This clinical report describes the use of tulle for increasing the tear resistance of a facial prosthesis. By incorporating tulle, a prosthesis' margins may be more stable, more resistant to tearing, and less likely to deform while adhesive, cosmetics, and cleaning agents are applied and removed.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.prosdent.2003.08.002DOI Listing

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