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An innovative modified feeding appliance for an infant with cleft lip and cleft palate: A case report

B H Naveen1, Raghavendra S Prasad1, K R Kashinath1

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, Sri Siddhartha Dental College, SAHE University, Agalkote, Tumkur, Karnataka, India.

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|July 24, 2019
PubMed

Insights

Feeding difficulties in infants with cleft lip and palate can be managed with specialized appliances. This report details fabricating a feeding appliance for a neonate using copper wire.

Area of Science:

  • Craniofacial anomalies
  • Pediatric dentistry
  • Neonatal care

Background:

  • Cleft lip and palate is a common congenital craniofacial anomaly.
  • Infants with cleft lip and palate often face feeding challenges due to oral cavity seal issues.
  • Early intervention for feeding difficulties is crucial for infant health and development.

Observation:

  • A 2-day-old neonate presented with cleft lip and palate.
  • The neonate experienced feeding difficulties impacting nutrition.
  • A feeding appliance was identified as a beneficial intervention.

Findings:

  • A custom feeding appliance was fabricated for the neonate.
  • Copper wire was utilized as a retainer for the feeding appliance.
  • The appliance aims to improve oral-nasal separation and intraoral pressure for effective suckling.

Implications:

  • Fabricating feeding appliances can significantly improve nutritional intake in neonates with cleft lip and palate.
  • This approach supports the multidisciplinary management of cleft lip and palate.
  • Early and effective feeding interventions are vital for infant well-being and growth.

Keywords:
Cleft lipcleft palatefeeding appliancemultidisciplinary approach

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