This technique is called the nasal alveolar molding (NAM) plate. It has the advantage of approximating the gums, lips, and nose to a more natural position. In circumstances when the cleft is on two ...

First, the edges of the cleft are freshened by excision of a narrow rim of tissue. Bilateral relaxing incisions are then made. These start outside the alveolar ridge of the lower jaw, extend ...

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