Article

The custom-made finger prosthesis is aesthetically acceptable
and comfortable for use in patients with amputated fingers, resulting in
psychological improvement and physiological well being. The success of the
prosthesis depends on the precision of planning the prosthesis, making the
impression, carving the model and choosing the material that best suits the
concerned circumstances. In this article a simplified method was used regarding
an accurate impression of partially amputated fingers. TECHNIQUE: A plastic
cylindrical small open container (impression cap) was used for making an
impression of the fingers. A wax pattern of the missing part was made by
replicating the same fingers of the other hand with melted modelling wax after
slight modification. This pattern was finally cured with silicone material.
DISCUSSION: In the present technique, a modified approach of impression making
was used for getting an accurate fit of the finger prosthesis with improved
aesthetics, which is one of the most important criterion for the success of any
prosthesis.

Langue : ANGLAIS