Author/Authors :
Jahanbin, Arezoo Dental Research Center - School of Dentistry - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Kazemian, Mozhgan Oral and Maxillary Diseases Research Center - School of Dentistry - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Saeedi Pouya, Iman Department of Orthodontics - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Eslami, Neda Dental Research Center - School of Dentistry - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences , Shafaee, Hooman Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases Research Center - School of Dentistry - Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Abstract :
Introduction: Treatment of cleft lip and palate patients requires a multidisciplinary plan. These patients usually have a hypoplastic maxilla due to the prior surgical scars. Orthognathic surgery to advance the maxilla in these patients is not very efficient; therefore, orthopedic interventions during an appropriate age seems to be essential. Case Report: In this article, two cleft lip and palate patients have been treated with Class III elastics anchored to the maxillary posterior and mandibular anterior miniplates in order to induce maxillary advancement. Conclusion: Both cases showed a significant improvement in their profiles with minimal dentoalveolar compensations. A counterclockwise rotation of the mandible occurred.
