Case Report

Rehabilitation Of An Anophthalmic Socket Through Modification Of An Existing Ocular Prosthesis: A Case Report

Volume: 29 Number: 1 March 27, 2026
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Rehabilitation Of An Anophthalmic Socket Through Modification Of An Existing Ocular Prosthesis: A Case Report

Abstract

Ocular prostheses play a crucial role in restoring both functional and esthetic outcomes for patients with anophthalmia. However, long-term complications such as iris discoloration are frequently encountered and often require clinical intervention. This case report describes the esthetic rehabilitation of a discolored ocular prosthesis in a 50-year-old male who had been wearing the prosthesis for three years. The discoloration, which compromised facial symmetry and patient confidence, was managed through a conservative and cost-effective approach. The procedure involved removal of the discolored iris, digital imaging of the contralateral eye, and fabrication of a new iris using high-resolution digital photography, followed by repolishing and reinsertion without altering the original scleral structure. The outcome demonstrated excellent esthetic integration and high patient satisfaction, eliminating the need for complete prosthesis replacement. This report highlights the clinical value of digital iris reproduction as a minimally invasive, time-efficient, and cost-effective technique for ocular prosthesis modification.

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Supporting Institution

Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Hasanuddin University and Academic Dental and Oral Hospital, Faculty of Dentistry, Hasanuddin University

Ethical Statement

This case report was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. Ethical approval was obtained from the Health Research Ethics Committee of [Institution Name], under approval number 065/KEPK FKG-RSGMP UH/EA/XI/2024, date: November/14/2024. Written informed consent was obtained from the patient for participation in this study and for the publication of clinical information and accompanying images. All identifying details have been omitted to ensure patient anonymity.

Thanks

We are grateful to Mr. Astiar Arli, Dental Technician, Corona Dental Lab., Makassar City, Indonesia, for his laboratory work.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Prosthodontics

Journal Section

Case Report

Authors

Irfan Dammar
0009-0006-4329-4944
Indonesia

Publication Date

March 27, 2026

Submission Date

October 8, 2025

Acceptance Date

January 19, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 29 Number: 1

DOI

https://doi.org/10.7126/cumudj.1799244

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA56ZK95NJ

Cite

RIS / Bibtex
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Saktinegara O, Dammar I (March 1, 2026) Rehabilitation Of An Anophthalmic Socket Through Modification Of An Existing Ocular Prosthesis: A Case Report. Cumhuriyet Dental Journal 29 1 174–179.

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