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What is a cosmesis prosthetic?
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Cosmetic/functional: A cosmetic prosthesis is generally for just that, cosmetic reasons. There is no real functionality to it. A functional prosthesis would have a purpose in helping to move or accomplish a task.
Answered 1/17/2014
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