Prosthetic Rehabilitation via Silicone Nasal Prosthesis with Internal Alar Support Following Partial Rhinectomy: A Short Communication

Abstract

PURPOSE: To describe prosthetic rehabilitation following partial rhinectomy with use of a novel retentive internal nasal keeper piece. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The reported novel nasal keeper piece engaged the intact inferior portions of the major alar cartilages and the alar fibrofatty tissues to aid in retention of the prosthesis. RESULTS/CONCLUSION: The reported prosthesis utilizes a retentive mechanism not previously reported in the literature to maximize function and esthetics.