International Journal of Anaplastology • V3 N1

Letter from the Managing Editor Letter from the Editor-in-Chief Fabrication of a Bone Supported Surgical Template for Placement of Craniofacial Osseointegrated Implants. E.L. Lewis This paper describes a technique to optimize the positioning of osseointegrated implants placed into the orbital rim for retention of an orbital prosthesis. Effect of Thixotropic Agent on the Mechanical Properties of Platinum-based Silicone Maxillofacial Elastomers C. Kurtoglu, O. Ekren., J.M. Powers, S. Kiat-amnuay Thixotropic agent could affect the mechanical properties of platinum based silicone elastomers. Optimal Surgical Procedures following Tumor Resection for Successful Prosthetic Rehabilitation by means of Osseointegrated Craniofacial Implants P. Hemar, A.-M. Riedinger-Keller This paper focuses on the importance of well planned surgical defect site preparation after tumor resection in concert with collaborative treatment planning for placement of osseointegrated implants for facial prosthetic rehabilitation. Techniques for Achieving Ideal Silicone Margins for Facial Prostheses J. Jordan Brown This paper describes techniques that consistently produce inconspicuous and durable silicon margins for facial prostheses. A Custom-made Interface for Stoma Care Products for Total Laryngectomees K. Webster, H.M. Starmer, J.R. Garcia There is great promise for customization of interface solutions for laryngectomee patients through multidisciplinary collaboration including the anaplastologist. Utilizing an OP-Anchor Attachment to Enhance Retention for a Combined Facial Prosthesis and Obturator: A Case Study Y. Sumita, H. Taniguchi, S. Okazaki, C. Prunkngarmpun, N. Minamisawa, T. Otomaru, and K. Inohara A large facial prosthesis obtained sufficient retention by using a custom acrylic resin frame in conjunction with an O-ring and plastic male pattern anchor attachment attached to an intraoral maxillary prosthesis. Obituary Related Meetings