Syndrome patients

Infants with Cleft Lip and Palate

The treatment of infants with cleft lip and palate begins right after birth and continues until the child’s growth is complete, in close collaboration with specialists from various medical fields.

Use of Palate Plates

Immediately after birth, palate plates are inserted to separate the mouth and nasal cavities. This helps normalize swallowing and sucking functions. The palate plate also stabilizes the jaw segments and normalizes the position of the tongue, aiding the proper growth of the jawbones.

Orthodontic treatment is performed at various stages of dental development with removable or fixed braces, ensuring the best possible outcome. Retention phases between treatments help secure the results.

In the first year, four plates are typically required, replaced every three months based on the child’s growth. The plate is worn for 4 to 6 hours a day, with breaks of about 2 hours, and should be removed during meals and nighttime sleep.

Children with Down’s Syndrome

Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) is one of the most common congenital conditions. It is characterized by an open mouth and protruding tongue due to low muscle tone in the orofacial muscles.

To stimulate these muscles, the orofacial regulation therapy according to Castillo Morales is applied, which involves about one year of treatment. Small stimulators attached to the orthodontic plate help position the tongue and train the mouth closure. This treatment is conducted in close cooperation with speech therapists and/or physiotherapists for maximum effectiveness.