A prosthesis used to close a palatal defect in dentulous or edentulous mouth is correctly referred to as an obturator. Palatal defects of any extent cause plethora of problems affecting speech, mastication and esthetics. Palatal obturator is a predictable intervention for rehabilitation and restoration of esthetics and functions in such cases. A light weight hollow obturator optimizes retention and stability as well as provides patient comfort. This case report describes the simplified technique for fabrication of a hollow bulb obturator for a completely edentulous patient who had undergone wide excision and partial alveolar resection sequel to management of squamous cell carcinoma.
Keywords
Hollow Bulb Obturator, Palatal Defect.
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