Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review

Presurgical infant orthopedics (PSIOs) play a vital role in addressing orthopedic conditions in infants, particularly cleft lip and palate (CLP), which significantly impact orofacial functions. This article explores the etiopathogenesis of CLP, highlighting genetic and environmental factors contribu...

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Main Authors: Yash M. Lalwani, Bhavna H. Dave, Charmi H. Shah
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Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer – Medknow Publications 2025-01-01
Series:Journal of Integrated Health Sciences
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Online Access:https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jihs.jihs_29_24
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description Presurgical infant orthopedics (PSIOs) play a vital role in addressing orthopedic conditions in infants, particularly cleft lip and palate (CLP), which significantly impact orofacial functions. This article explores the etiopathogenesis of CLP, highlighting genetic and environmental factors contributing to its occurrence. It emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of PSIO, involving pediatric orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, speech therapists, dentists, and audiologists in devising tailored treatment plans. The article delves into various PSIO techniques, including lip adhesion, taping, passive feeding plates, and active appliances such as nasoalveolar molding (NAM) and its modifications. NAM, pioneered by Grayson and Cutting, stands out for its ability to correct nasal and alveolar deformities simultaneously, reducing surgical challenges and improving outcomes. Modifications such as the Figueroa method and Bennun’s dynamic presurgical nasoalveolar remodeling offer innovative approaches to enhance results. Advancements in PSIO, such as three-dimensional printed appliances and nostril retainers, showcase the evolution of treatment modalities. The article also traces the historical development of PSIO, highlighting key milestones from ancient surgical closures to modern techniques such as the Latham appliance and NAM therapy. Overall, PSIO epitomizes a holistic approach to CLP management, emphasizing early intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and customized treatment strategies for optimal functional and esthetic results.
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spelling doaj-art-a04eb745eb2441a389bea5550dbaba812025-08-20T02:43:16ZengWolters Kluwer – Medknow PublicationsJournal of Integrated Health Sciences2347-64862347-64942025-01-01131172110.4103/jihs.jihs_29_24Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive ReviewYash M. LalwaniBhavna H. DaveCharmi H. ShahPresurgical infant orthopedics (PSIOs) play a vital role in addressing orthopedic conditions in infants, particularly cleft lip and palate (CLP), which significantly impact orofacial functions. This article explores the etiopathogenesis of CLP, highlighting genetic and environmental factors contributing to its occurrence. It emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of PSIO, involving pediatric orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, speech therapists, dentists, and audiologists in devising tailored treatment plans. The article delves into various PSIO techniques, including lip adhesion, taping, passive feeding plates, and active appliances such as nasoalveolar molding (NAM) and its modifications. NAM, pioneered by Grayson and Cutting, stands out for its ability to correct nasal and alveolar deformities simultaneously, reducing surgical challenges and improving outcomes. Modifications such as the Figueroa method and Bennun’s dynamic presurgical nasoalveolar remodeling offer innovative approaches to enhance results. Advancements in PSIO, such as three-dimensional printed appliances and nostril retainers, showcase the evolution of treatment modalities. The article also traces the historical development of PSIO, highlighting key milestones from ancient surgical closures to modern techniques such as the Latham appliance and NAM therapy. Overall, PSIO epitomizes a holistic approach to CLP management, emphasizing early intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and customized treatment strategies for optimal functional and esthetic results.https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jihs.jihs_29_24cleft lipcleft palatelip tapingnasoalveolar moldingpresurgical infant orthopedics
spellingShingle Yash M. Lalwani
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Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
Journal of Integrated Health Sciences
cleft lip
cleft palate
lip taping
nasoalveolar molding
presurgical infant orthopedics
title Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
title_full Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
title_fullStr Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
title_full_unstemmed Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
title_short Advancements and Efficacy of Presurgical Infant Orthopedics in Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
title_sort advancements and efficacy of presurgical infant orthopedics in cleft lip and palate treatment a comprehensive review
topic cleft lip
cleft palate
lip taping
nasoalveolar molding
presurgical infant orthopedics
url https://journals.lww.com/10.4103/jihs.jihs_29_24
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