Science Journal of Clinical Medicine

Volume 5, Issue 4, July 2016

  • A Stepwise Procedure for the Fabrication of the NAM Appliance Using Grayson’s Technique

    Rohit Raghavan, Biswas PP, Shaju George, Shiji M. Kunjappan

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 1-6
    Received: Dec. 23, 2015
    Accepted: Feb. 23, 2016
    Published: Mar. 23, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.11
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Rehabilitation of cleft lip and palate (CLP) patients is a challenge for all the concerned members of the cleft team, and various treatment modalities have obtained aesthetic results. Nasoalveolar molding (NAM) has gained wide acceptance and evidence in cleft therapy. Nasal moulding seems to be more beneficial and effective in unilateral cleft lip ... Show More
  • Forging a New Path in Cleft Rehabilitation by Tissue Engineering – A Review

    Rohit Raghavan, Sumitra S., Nadeem Abdul Rahman, Justin Baby

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 7-13
    Received: Dec. 23, 2015
    Accepted: Feb. 23, 2016
    Published: Apr. 16, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.12
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Of all the birth defects, Cleft palate is among the most common and affects about one in 1,500 births resulting in medical, physical, developmental, social and emotional problems in affected children in addition to the high health care costs. Current treatment is based on surgical closure of the cleft followed by orthodontic dental care, speech the... Show More
  • Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate: A Comprehensive Understanding of Etiology, Pathogenesis and an Oral Physician’s Role in Comprehensive Care

    Anjana Ramanathan, Deepak T. A., Sowmya Krishna, Sindhu Ravindra, Himanshu Lakhani

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 14-19
    Received: Jan. 02, 2016
    Accepted: Jan. 07, 2016
    Published: Apr. 16, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.13
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Cleft lip with or without cleft palate (CL/CP) is one of the most common structural birth defects, with treatment in multiple surgeries, speech therapy, and orthodontic treatments over first 18 years of life. Of special interest is etiology, incidence, risk factors and prevention. Better understanding of the embryology and genetics of orofacial cle... Show More
  • Cleft Lip Rhinoplasty - A Review

    Ashok Jonnalagadda, Sreeja Jami, Kusuma latha Pydi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 20-26
    Received: Jan. 13, 2016
    Accepted: Feb. 16, 2016
    Published: Apr. 16, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.14
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Cleft lip nasal deformity presents an extreme challenge to the facial plastic surgeon. The deformity is complex and involves all tissue layers, including skeletal platform, inner lining, osseocartilaginous structure, and overlying skin. Ever since Blair and Brown first described the intricacies of the cleft pathology in 1931, the appropriate approa... Show More
  • Prosthetic Consideration in Management of Cleft Lip and Palate Patients

    Ranjith Kumar P., Rohit Raghavan, Jishnu S., Monisha V. S., Jency S. Raj, Shreshta Sathish

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 27-30
    Received: Dec. 23, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 08, 2016
    Published: May 19, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.15
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Although patient with cleft lip and palate are not seen regularly in dental practice, this has been a frequent congenital anomaly. The cause of cleft lips and palate is unknown; but possible causes are irradiations and mutations during pregnancy, teratogenic and infectious agents, psychological stress, and other factors like inheritance. Most cleft... Show More
  • Prosthodontics Approach for the Fabrication of Feeding Plates in Cleft Palate Patients

    Shajahan P. A., Rohit Raghavan, Ritha Bos, Geethprasad T. S

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 31-36
    Received: Dec. 23, 2015
    Accepted: Mar. 08, 2016
    Published: May 19, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.16
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Cleft lip and palate is most common congenital anomalies of the craniofacial region. Cleft lip and palate is an anomaly that affects several systems and functions which includes the facial growth, dentition, speech, hearing and genetic aspects because of the complex mode of inheritance. Cleft lip and palate forms a part of many syndromicand non-syn... Show More
  • Cleft Lip and Palate- A Psychology Insight

    Nitin Khargekar, Naveen Khargekar, Vandana Khargekar, Surabhi Rajan

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 37-40
    Received: Feb. 27, 2016
    Accepted: Apr. 04, 2016
    Published: May 19, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.17
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Cleft lip and cleft palate are considered to be the most common birth defects involving craniofacial structure. Clefts affects not only aesthetically but also affects different functions. Complete clefts have an effect on feeding, hearing, nasal breathing, and phonation. All these aspects are addressed as part of an integral treatment. Though the p... Show More
  • Alveolar Bone Defect and Secondary Bone Grafting Outcome in Cleft Lip/Palate Patients

    Alice Kurian, Ravi V., Sherry Peter, Ushass P., Latha P. Rao

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 41-48
    Received: Mar. 26, 2016
    Accepted: Apr. 04, 2016
    Published: May 19, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.18
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Background: Current evidence on factors influencing the outcome of Secondary Alveolar Bone Grafting (SABG) in cleft lip/palate patients is ambiguous and further deliberations are required to provide solid proof on prognostic criteria. Objectives: The objectives of this study were to determine the changes brought about by SABG in cleft depth and alv... Show More
  • A Century of Cleft Treatment- An Orthodontic Perspective

    Anurag Mahale, Vishnu Ben Latif, Varun Menon P., Heena Shaikh, Ancy Koshy, Bhavik Patel, Abdul Shahariyar

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 49-58
    Received: Mar. 27, 2016
    Accepted: Mar. 28, 2016
    Published: May 19, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.19
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Orofacial clefting is the most common congenital deformity. Its treatment is a long drawn process with various challenges. However, successful completion of treatment is highly satisfying not just to the patient but also the team of specialists involved with it. The following article provides an overview of the evolution of cleft treatment over the... Show More
  • Techniques for the Treatment of Maxillary Hypoplasia in Cleft Patients: An Overview

    Midhuna Prathap, Varun Menon P.

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 59-63
    Received: Feb. 05, 2016
    Accepted: Feb. 09, 2016
    Published: Jun. 16, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.20
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
  • Chromosomal Abnormalities Associated With Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate

    Ajay Ajit Pala, Neha Rajkumar Sonvanshi

    Issue: Volume 5, Issue 4-1, July 2016
    Pages: 64-69
    Received: Mar. 17, 2016
    Accepted: Jun. 06, 2016
    Published: Jun. 21, 2016
    DOI: 10.11648/j.sjcm.s.2016050401.21
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Clinical Conspectus on Cleft Deformities
    Abstract: Aim and Objective: To enumerate the various chromosomal abnormalities which may lead to cleft lip and cleft palate and to know about their prevention which can prove better than cure and to know the cure as well in cases where the stage of prevention has surpassed. Materials: Various reference articles regarding the chromosomal abnormalities are re... Show More