A novel technique of custom ocular prosthesis fabrication.

ARTIFICIAL eyes; OPHTHALMIC surgery; ACRYLIC resins; NANOFABRICATION; ACRYLIC paint

The literature provides several techniques for fabricating ocular prostheses, ranging from stock to custom-made prostheses. A cosmetically acceptable ocular prosthesis is that which reproduces the colour, form and orientation of the iris and allows the patient to return to a ifestyle to which they were previously accustomed. A sequence of steps for construction of custom-made ocular prostheses is outlined in this case report with emphasis on accurate positioning of iris using a transparent graph template. Ocular rehabilitation restores the compromised aesthetics, maintains the normal physiology of the ocular area, and increases the social life and self-esteem of the patient. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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