Reconstruction of Auricular Defect with Adhesive - Retained Silicone Prosthesis – A Case Report

Auricular defects resulting from congenital anomalies or ablative surgery pose a major reconstructive challenge for the clinician. Various treatment modalities for correction of such defects include surgical reconstruction or prosthetic rehabilitation with extraoral implants or adhesives. Sometimes, however, the patient declines surgical reconstruction; in such cases, adhesive-retained prostheses provide a cost-effective and cosmetically acceptable means of camouflage. This case report describes the successful rehabilitation of a patient with congenitally malformed ear using adhesive retained silicone auricular prosthesis. It was acceptable to the patient because of excellent support & retention and satisfactory appearance.