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Reconstructive Prosthetics

Checked: 23-08-2020 by Vicky Ryan Next Review: 23-08-2021

Services available via GP referral

Facial prosthetics Prostheses are fabricated specifically for each person to replace facial features with artificial replicas, such as eyes, ears, noses, parts of the mouth and cheek. A prosthesis is an artificial body part made from a rubber silicone and/or acrylic material. They are coloured to best match the skin tone and blend in with the surrounding area. Prostheses may be attached in a number of ways depending on each person’s health and needs, including via medical adhesives, head-bands, spectacles or implants.

Body prosthetics Body prostheses are fabricated with aim to restore contour of the body shape, such as following chest, calf, buttock, thigh, nipple and breast tissue loss. These prostheses sit externally between the skin and clothing.

All Referrals to NBT for these services via e-RS: Reconstructive Prosthetics – Southmead – RVJ

For general enquiries:

email: reconstructiveprosthetics@nbt.nhs.uk if you include patient details, please add [secure] as the first word on the subject line.

Telephone: 0117 4143 640 or 0117 4143 641

Services available in conjunction with Paediatric Neurosurgery Consultants

Plagiocephaly, brachycephaly and cranial splints

Bespoke splints are fabricated and fitted for suitable paediatric patients referred to us by specialist consultants. Clear helmets are used to help improve aesthetics of paediatric patients with misshapen heads. Helmets may also be used for post-surgical applications.

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