Open AccessA new method for training of ear framework creation by silicon dental impression material
Author(s) -
Sandeep M Thadani,
Parit Ladani
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
indian journal of plastic surgery/indian journal of plastic surgery
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.299
H-Index - 29
eISSN - 1998-376X
pISSN - 0970-0358
DOI - 10.4103/0970-0358.96614
Subject(s) - impression , microtia , carving , costal cartilage , medicine , replica , consistency (knowledge bases) , dentistry , orthodontics , cartilage , computer science , surgery , artificial intelligence , world wide web , anatomy , mechanical engineering , engineering , art , visual arts
This article presents the novel method of training of creating cartilage framework for total ear reconstruction in microtia. Replica of costal cartilage harvested for real surgery was simulated by silicon dental impression material. Carving of framework was done with wood carving instruments. Silicon dental impression material gives the consistency and texture almost comparable to real costal cartilage. Sequential steps similar to actual surgery were simulated to create the three-dimensional framework.By using this novel technique, novice surgeons can practice creating ear framework and improvise their results in the actual surgery.