Rehabilitation Of Anterior Maxillary Hypoplasia With Cleft Palate Using A Selectively Hollowed Complete Removable Prosthesis – A Case Report

Abstract

Cleft palate is a congenital facial deformity that presents clinically with anterior maxillary hypoplasia, congenitally missing teeth, nasopalatal communication, anterior openbite and a constricted maxillary arch. Aesthetic and functional rehabilitation of cleft palate patient requires the use of a prosthesis that provides adequate support to the lip and reduces the problem of nasal regurgitation. This article describes the fabrication of a removable prosthesis that has been modified anteriorly by providing added thickness to the labial flange so as to increase the lip support. This flange has been hollowed out to reduce the weight of the prosthesis and also provides comfort and ease of use. The palatal plate evades nasal regurgitation and improves speech.