Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part F (2021)

Fabrication of a hollow finger prosthesis using a three- piece mould technique: A case report

Author(s):

Shari SR, Harshakumar K and Kavitha Janardanan

Abstract:
Amputation of finger causes physical, psychological and economical harm to the patient. Restoration of the amputated part with a prosthesis made of silicone material can give a life like feel and protect the patient from social stigma. This case report describes a technique to fabricate a hollow finger prosthesis using Die-pin system. Hollow silicone finger prosthesis proved to be more comfortable and satisfying to the patient.

Pages: 370-373  |  1436 Views  515 Downloads

How to cite this article:
Shari SR, Harshakumar K and Kavitha Janardanan. Fabrication of a hollow finger prosthesis using a three- piece mould technique: A case report. Int. J. Appl. Dent. Sci. 2021;7(2):370-373. DOI: 10.22271/oral.2021.v7.i2f.1233