Pierre Robin Syndrome – Lip Adhesion Release Surgery
What is Pierre Robin Syndrome? Pierre Robin syndrome is a disorder in which an infant has a smaller than normal lower jaw, a tongue that falls back in the throat, and breathing difficulties. Causes The exact causes of the Pierre Robin Syndrome are unknown. It is...
Removal of Distractor after Facial Asymmetry Correction and Advancement Genioplasty
Young Girl with Progressive Development of Facial Deformity This 24-year-old girl from Malappuram in Kerala suffered an injury to her jaw as a child. Her parents did not present her to a doctor as the pain subsided within two days. They soon began noticing a...
Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Deformity
Little Boy born with Cleft Lip and Palate Deformity This little boy is from Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh, India. He was born with a unilateral cleft lip and palate deformity. There were no other craniofacial defects associated with it. He had a split upper lip. There was...
Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate with Wide Gap and Very Small Minor Segment
Little Girl born with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Deformity This 3-month-old little girl is from Tenali in Andhra Pradesh, India. She was born with a very wide unilateral cleft lip and palate defect. There was a hole in the roof of the mouth. Upper lip and nose...
