Hemifacial hypertrophy: Exploring new avenues of treatment modalities

Abstract

Congenital hemihyperplasia is a rare developmental disorder characterized by unilateral overgrowth of one or more body parts resulting in marked asymmetry. We are reporting here, a case of true hemifacial hypertrophy in a young female adult highlighting the clinical features and possible treatment options.

Ultrasound Investigation in Congenital Masseter Hypertrophy

“…CMMH treatment [21] usually consists of non-invasive approaches: tranquilizers, intramuscular administration of botulinum toxin type A -muscle detensioner -with the mention that in time the substance becomes inactive and the injection should be repeated after 4-6 months; dental treatments and re-treatments, removal of occlusal interferences, mouthguards for the balanced occlusion. The surgical treatment includes selective mandible basilar and angle ostectomies, soft tissue excision, orthognathic surgery, and reconstructive procedures [22].…”