Short mandible – a possible risk factor for cleft palate with/without a cleft lip

ConclusionsA special facial type including a short mandible is a possible risk factor for cleft palate, and it was found that the risk of cleft palate increases 58% per mm decreases in mandibular length.

Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - November 1, 2013 Category: Dentistry Authors: N. V. Hermann, T. A. Darvann, B. K. Ersbøll, S. Kreiborg Tags: Original Article Source Type: research