Save My Smile - Changing the Face of Dentistry » maxilla http://www.savemysmile.com SaveMySmile is a comprehensive dental website that offers dental advice, articles, and answers dental questions. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:28:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 What is an Obturator? http://www.savemysmile.com/questions/what-is-an-obturator/ http://www.savemysmile.com/questions/what-is-an-obturator/#comments Mon, 31 May 2010 22:19:39 +0000 admin http://www.savemysmile.com/?p=534 Question:

What is a snap on obturator?

Answer:

As related to dentistry, an obturator refers to a replacement prosthetic device that is used to replace upper teeth or associated structures (palate, gingiva, etc) that may have been damaged in surgery, trauma, or altered development.  This device is only used for the maxilla, and depending on the individual’s needs, could resemble a denture.

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SaveMySmile Team

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