Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3484901 Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists 2015 10 Pages PDF
Abstract

BackgroundThis case report describes orthodontic, orthognathic, and secondary lip and rhinoplasty treatment of a patient with a unilateral complete lip and palate. Multidisciplinary treatment approach is used for the correction of severe crossbite, hypoplastic maxilla, large mandible, and collapsed arch along with a lip scar and deformed nose.MethodsEmphasis is placed on a phased treatment approach with orthodontic treatment, orthognathic surgery, and adjunct surgical procedures carried out at phased intervals, accentuating the achievement of objectives with each phase.ResultsThe treatment via the multidisciplinary approach brought good results and showed good retention at 3 years post-treatment.ConclusionA multidisciplinary treatment approach is the treatment of choice for cleft lip and palate case to achieve a realistic outcome.

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