Prosthetic Rehabilitation in Oral Cancer Patients

Dear Colleagues,

The interplay between oral health and overall well-being is complex and significant; oral cancer exemplifies this link with its profound impact on patients’ lives. As oral cancer treatments often necessitate surgical interventions that can alter facial structure and function, prosthetic rehabilitation becomes paramount. This Special Issue titled “Prosthetic Rehabilitation in Oral Cancer Patients” delves into the challenges and innovations within this critical aspect of patient care.

The rise in oral cancer incidence globally necessitates a multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation, including the use of prosthetics to restore aesthetics, speech, and the ability to chew, which are often compromised following cancer treatment. The World Health Organization underscores the necessity of such comprehensive care strategies in its resolution WHA 53.17, advocating for enhanced prevention and management of oral health issues.

This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements in prosthetic rehabilitation, addressing the unique needs of oral cancer survivors. It encompasses a range of topics: the evaluation of risk factors associated with lifestyle, the exploration of minimally invasive therapeutic techniques, and the pioneering of biocompatible and eco-friendly prosthetic materials.

Our objective is to foster a collaborative environment where researchers, clinicians, and academic groups can exchange insights, experiences, and breakthroughs. By disseminating original research, clinical reports, and comprehensive reviews, we aim to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life for oral cancer patients through innovative prosthetic solutions.

We invite contributions that broaden the scope of knowledge in this field and pave the way for more effective rehabilitation practices for those affected by oral cancer.

Dr. Maria Maddalena Marrapodi
Dr. Floriana Lauritano
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Prosthesis is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

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• prosthodontics
• oral health
• oral cancer
• oral lesions
• TMD diagnosis