MU Hook Simplifying Pnam

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Clinical Tip

Author Details : Ashith.M.V*, Poulomi Roy, Utkarsh Mangal, Mithwik , Nidhin Philip

Volume : 1, Issue : 3, Year : 2017

Article Page : 52-55

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jco.2017.019

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Abstract

Presurgical naso alveolar molding (PNAM) is a non-surgical method of reshaping the gums, lips and nostrils previous to CLP surgery, thus lessening the severity of the cleft. The purpose of this case series is to describe a novel and ingenuous device, the MU Hook used in lieu of the conventional PNAM technique.Five cases which used the MU Hook have been described.This device offers multiple benefits over the conventional PNAM as it obviates the need of a plate,so it can be used in CVS infants,or patients with neonatal teeth.Appointments are reduced thus ensuring better
compliance,comfort and wellbeing of the parents and the patient.

How to cite : Ashith.m.v, Roy P, Mangal U, Mithwik, Philip N, MU Hook Simplifying Pnam. J Contemp Orthod 2017;1(3):52-55

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