Palliative Prosthesis: Bridging the Chasm between oral health and quality of life

S26 The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society | Volume 20 | Supplement 1 | December 2020 respectively, in different patients. Casts were obtained from impressions of surgically operated sites. Sculpted wax pattern were fabricated and tried onto the defect region for fit, stability & colour matching. The patterns were processed using two-pour technique and packed with respective maxillofacial prosthetic materials. After finishing and polishing, the maxillofacial prostheses were delivered. Maxillofacial prosthesis plays an integral part in restoring patients’ psychological needs along with functional and aesthetic requirements. Conclusion: For social well-being and psychological support, patients with maxillofacial defects need to be addressed and treated in a different manner. Maxillofacial prostheses provide lot of support and care for patients. They complement the lost and defective tissues of face and regain internal smile and confidence among patients. Prosthodontists, as health professionals, can help restore patients’ functioning and provide them with acceptable aesthetics thereby motivating them for a better overall healthcare and social acceptability. DOI: 10.4103/0972-4052.306381 Palliative Prosthesis: Bridging the Chasm between oral health and quality of life