A Novel Technique To Correct Multiplanar Maxillary Hypoplasia
Dental malocclusion and facial deformity are frequent observations in patients with clefts of the orofacial region. These patients have a low self perception secondary to their aesthetic appearance. Cleft palate patients are further affected in their speech and oral function with direct impediment...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2016-04-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/7639/16599_CE[Ra]_F(Sh)_PF1(AYAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(PRO).pdf |
| Summary: | Dental malocclusion and facial deformity are frequent observations in patients with clefts of the orofacial region. These patients have a
low self perception secondary to their aesthetic appearance. Cleft palate patients are further affected in their speech and oral function
with direct impediment to their quality of life. Early identification and treatment in cleft lip and palate patients may directly enhance their
overall well being and productivity with sustainable prognosis when managed by skilled and evidence informed operators. We present a
successful case management of a patient with a cleft palate and dentofacial deformity with a past surgical history, treated with an anterior
maxillary advancement osteotomy, stabilized with an interpositional non vascular iliac bone graft. The posterior open bite was corrected
using overlay full coverage crowns. Both these techniques are rarely reported in the literature. The procedure positively improved the
quality of life in our patient with regards to her aesthetics, speech and function. This treatment approach could be considered in similar
cases to achieve predictable outcomes. |
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| ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |