Use of obturator prosthesis in palate defect after cancer surgery

After the upper jaw resection, the mouth and nasal cavities were opened. Does the obturator prosthesis correct speech?

Maxillofacial Prosthesis Treatments

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Uzm. Dt. Zeynep Bilgin Verified Medical Specialist (Ortodontist & Şeffaf Plak Uzmanı)

06.08.2026 20:41 TR

@Serdar Kılıç in reply to:

Obturator prostheses are vital prostheses that close the palatal opening after maxillectomy, allowing the patient to eat comfortably, preventing fluids from entering the nose, and allowing the voice to sound at normal resonance.

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Berkay Turan

07.08.2026 18:27 TR

@Serdar Kılıç in reply to:

I was wondering the same question, and the detailed answer given by our doctor was very enlightening. Thanks.

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