Presurgical Nasoalveolar Molding and Columella Lengthening for Early Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Rehabilitation: A Comprehensive Clinical Case Report.

Aim And Background: In presurgical infant orthopedics, nasoalveolar molding (NAM) therapy has gained more popularity worldwide in treating patients with cleft lip and palate because of its soft tissue nasal corrections in addition to the alignment and close approximation of the cleft alveolar segments, which gives better postsurgical stability and esthetics with minimal tissue tension and scar formation to the patients.The clinical case report aims to show the better post-NAM results, which had helped to gain better postsurgical results in terms of stability and aesthetics in hard and soft tissues.

Case Description: This clinical report presents the case of a 9-day-old female patient reported in the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital with nonsyndromic complete left-sided unilateral cleft lip and palate with a defect size of 13 mm, which was treated with a presurgical nasoalveolar molding (PNAM) appliance.

Role of Growth Factors in Nasal Cartilage Development and Molding: A Comprehensive Review.

This review aims to investigate the properties of growth factors concerning the morphogenesis and development of nasal cartilage, which is fundamentally important for facial form and appearance. Since cartilage lacks a blood supply, it is more difficult to regenerate, as cartilage tissue obtains sustenance by diffusion. Cytokines are signalling molecules that control chondrocyte metabolism and extracellular matrix formation, which is required for cartilage development, homeostasis, and healing.

A Comparative Analysis of Sector Classification and the Impacted Canine Grading System by Kumar and Daigavane in Patients With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Utilizing Orthopantomogram (OPG) as a Diagnostic Tool.

Introduction Non-syndromic oral clefts, affecting one in 700 newborns in India, are the most prevalent craniofacial anomalies, with genetic or environmental causes impacting various life aspects. Studies indicate higher dental disturbances, particularly impacted canines, in cleft lip and palate (CLP) patients compared to non-cleft individuals. Impacted canines, trapped by hard tissues, require early diagnosis to prevent orthodontic issues.

Friction and Forces in Orthodontics: Understanding Space Closure.

Orthodontic space closure is a critical aspect of treatment aimed at the correct positioning of teeth and is linked to tooth movement and optimal biomechanics. Therefore, the goal of this case study is to elucidate the process, describing the challenges encountered and the solutions adopted, with a focus on the frictionless technique and the use of devices like the Opus Loop to close spaces. Sliding mechanics, known for high friction, and segmental mechanics, characterized by low friction and continuous adjustment, are two significant technologies used.

Unveiling Symmetry Through Orthodontic-Surgical Management of Unilateral Mandibular Condylar Agenesis: A Rare Case Report.

This is a rare clinical case report of a 19-year-old male patient reported in the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthodontics, Sharad Pawar Dental College, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha, Maharashtra, with chief complaint of asymmetry present on the lower left side of the face and forwardly placed upper front teeth. The asymmetry was due to the congenital complete absence of the left condyle and skeletal cant in the maxilla and functional occlusal plane. The true agenesis of the condyle is an extremely rare condition that requires proper diagnosis and interdisciplinary management.

In the Shadows of Rarity: A Case Report of Syndromic Cleft Lip and Palate!

Deviations from normal craniofacial development can result in a range of abnormalities, including cleft lip and/or palate, either as standalone conditions or as components of syndromes with varying clinical characteristics. The ability to distinguish between isolated incidents and syndromes with clefts as one component is integral to achieving accurate diagnosis and therapy. The following case presentation highlights the importance of comprehensive screening and differential diagnosis in identifying syndromic connections in patients with cleft lip and palate.

Dewey's Modification for Angle's Class I Malocclusion: Revisited.

Introduction Classification is a crucial communication tool between dental school professors and students, between practitioners, and between practitioners and insurance companies or government bureaucracies. The management of patients is significantly impacted by classification. Once a patient has been categorized, the practitioner will frequently use treatment strategies corresponding to that classification.

Demographic Profile of Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate Anomaly: 15-year Experience from a Tertiary Care Hospital and Teaching Institute in Wardha District of Maharashtra, India.

Background: Cleft lip and palate (CLP) is considered to be a congenital defect involving the orofacial region. This defect affects the esthetics, speech as well and psychological well-being of a person. The study was performed to analyze the prevalence of different types of cleft deformity reported in a tertiary care hospital which would aid in spreading awareness and thereby reducing the prevalence of this congenital defect.

Nasal Cartilage Molding in a Case of Unilateral Cleft Lip and Alveolus (Type D): A Case Report.

Nasal cartilage is asymmetric in individuals with cleft lips and has a depressed nasal dome and medial and lateral crus of the nose on the affected cleft side which can be corrected before cheiloplasty by taking advantage of circulating maternal estrogen. This case report presents pre-surgical nasal cartilage molding in a patient with unilateral cleft lip and alveolus using the Sawangi Pre-surgical Nasal Cartilage Molder appliance. The appliance is made from 0.

Assessment of Awareness and Perceptions of Healthcare Professional Graduates Regarding the Use of Clear Aligners in Orthodontic Treatment.

Background Clear aligners have been one of the most recent advancements in the field of orthodontics. With an increasing demand for aesthetics, the use of clear aligners has progressed, but knowledge is still lacking among the population. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the perception and awareness of health professional graduates regarding the use of clear aligners in orthodontic treatment.

Perceptions of academic deans regarding interprofessional education and its implementation in dental colleges in India: results of a national survey.

This national survey was conducted to assess perceptions and status of implementation of interprofessional education in dental colleges in India. An online link to the questionnaire survey was sent to Deans and Academic Deans of those dental colleges having more than one health profession institute on the same campus. The response rate was 47%.

Maxillary Expansion and Its Effects on Circummaxillary Structures: A Review.

Transverse maxillary discrepancies are the most common. The narrowed upper arch is the most prevalent problem an orthodontist encounter while treating adolescent and adult patients. Maxillary expansion is a technique used to increase the upper arch's transverse dimension to apply forces to widen the upper arch.

Current status of presurgical infant orthopaedic treatment for cleft lip and palate patients: A critical review.

Rehabilitation of cleft lip and palate (CLP) patients is a challenge for all the concerned members of the cleft team, and various treatment modalities have been attempted to obtain aesthetic results. Presurgical infant orthopaedics (PSIO) was introduced to reshape alveolar and nasal segments prior to surgical repair of cleft lip. However, literature reports lot of controversy regarding the use of PSIO in patients with CLP.