Background and objective : The coronoid process hyperplasia is an uncommon finding in the literature. It is characterized by an enlargement of the coronoid process, causing a mechanical obstacle by…
Background : The long face syndrome is considered a particular dentofacial deformity characterized by an increase of anterior facial height generally associated to retrognathia. This condition involves a severe functional…
Background and objectives : Progressive Facial Hemiatrophy Syndrome (PFH) is characterized by a slow progressive atrophy that appears in early stages of life, affecting the subcutaneous tissue and subjacent fat…
Introduction : The fronto-orbital advancement cranial remodeling has been the traditional treatment of children with syndromic craniostenosis to treat potential neurological and ophthalmological complications. However, this technique does not correct…
While mandibular distraction is an accepted method to treat respiratory disturbances due to Pierre Robin Syndrome, the indications does not remain clear at all. We present our experience in seven…
Background and purpose : Patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (DS) present a spectrum of functional and anatomic abnormalities that may contribute to alterations in velopharyngeal (VP) valving, including cleft palate…
Background : Piezosurgery represents a promising, meticulous and soft tissue-sparing system for bone cutting, based on ultrasonic microvibrations. There are several advantages deriving from the adoption of these devices. Above…
Background and objectives: Pierre Robin Sequence (PRS) is a congenital abnormality characterized by mandibular hypoplasia, glossoptosis and often secondary palate cleft. As a consequence of these physical alterations, patients often…
Purpose: The correction of mandibular deformity in Treacher Collins syndrome can be difficult. The aims of surgery are both aesthetic and functional. Conventional orthognathic surgery and distraction osteogenesis are two…
Background and purpose: 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q11.2DS) is a rare chromosomal disorder produced in chromosome 22, by a microdeletion at the long arm. Craniofacial characteristics include: wide nasal root with…
