A custom nasal obturator for velopharyngeal dysfunction: A dental technique

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Abstract

Removable nasal obturators provide a treatment option for a range of patients presenting with velopharyngeal dysfunction without eliminating the possibility for future surgery, speech therapy, or the provision of other devices. The presented technique describes the fabrication of a 1-piece silicone nasal obturator to reduce hypernasality and nasal airflow errors without causing significant hyponasality. The obturator has minimal visibility and minimal risk of inhalation.
Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Early online date30 Apr 2022
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Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 30 Apr 2022

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