PMID: 11921975Oct 1, 1996Paper

Hemifacial microsomia. A review

Nederlands tijdschrift voor tandheelkunde
C E Fischer, B Prahl-Andersen

Abstract

Hemifacial microsomia is a congenital asymmetrical malformation of the skull and the face. As a congenital malformation of the face hemifacial microsomia is second in prevalence after cleft lip and palate disorders. Combinations and degrees of underdevelopment of craniofacial structures vary greatly. Therapy varies and depends on the different anomalies, but mostly contains orthodontic and surgical treatment to improve symmetry. It is generally accepted that children with asymmetrical facial malformations are best treated in multidisciplinary craniofacial centres.

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