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VOLUME 17 , ISSUE 8 ( August, 2024 ) > List of Articles

CASE REPORT

Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: Presurgical Nasoalveolar Molding for Unilateral Cleft Lip, Alveolus, and Palate in Infants—A Progressive Clinical Report

Lucky Yadav, Navraj Mattu, Neelam Yadav, Jaspreet Kaur Deo

Keywords : Alveolar cleft segments, Bilateral cleft lip and palate, Case report, Cleft lip, Infant feeding, Nasoalveolar molding

Citation Information : Yadav L, Mattu N, Yadav N, Deo JK. Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: Presurgical Nasoalveolar Molding for Unilateral Cleft Lip, Alveolus, and Palate in Infants—A Progressive Clinical Report. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2024; 17 (8):951-954.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-2916

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 23-09-2024

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2024; The Author(s).


Abstract

This case report describes the successful application of presurgical nasoalveolar molding (PNAM) in the treatment of a neonate with Veau's class III cleft lip and palate of the left side. PNAM, a noninvasive method, effectively reduced the cleft deformity (from 10 mm pretreatment to 1 mm post-NAM), improved nasal esthetics, and minimized the need for extensive surgical interventions and better surgical outcomes. The treatment involved precise impression procedures, custom-made appliances, and weekly modifications to achieve optimal results. The comprehensive approach resulted in favorable esthetic outcomes, reduced scar formation, and improved lip symmetry, demonstrating the potential of PNAM as a valuable adjunctive therapy in cleft lip and palate management.

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