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This study details an uncommon craniofacial abnormality involving orbital hypertelorism and maxillary prognathism. Surgical correction utilized modified facial bipartition and the Denonvilliers technique for optimal outcomes.

Keywords:

Epicanthal fold facial bipartition hypertelorism

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Area of Science:

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Plastic Surgery
Pediatric Dentistry

Background:

Orbital hypertelorism is a congenital craniofacial abnormality.
It can occur independently or as part of various syndromes.
Maxillary hypoplasia frequently coexists with orbital hypertelorism.

Purpose of the Study:

To report an unusual case of Tessier 2, 12 cleft with orbital hypertelorism.
To describe the surgical management of this complex craniofacial anomaly.
To highlight the combined presence of orbital hypertelorism and dentoskeletal maxillary prognathism.

Main Methods:

A modified facial bipartition technique was employed as the primary surgical intervention.
Correction of the alar cleft was performed using the Denonvilliers technique.
The surgical approach was tailored to the specific anatomical challenges of the case.

Main Results:

Successful surgical correction of the craniofacial deformity was achieved.
The combined surgical techniques addressed both the orbital hypertelorism and the maxillary prognathism.
Restoration of facial aesthetics and function was accomplished.

Conclusions:

Complex craniofacial clefts, such as Tessier 2, 12, can present with associated orbital hypertelorism and maxillary prognathism.
A staged surgical approach, including modified facial bipartition and specific cleft repair techniques, is effective.
This case underscores the importance of individualized surgical planning for rare craniofacial anomalies.