Orthodontic Management of Craniofacial Anomalies, A Summary of the Available Options

A craniofacial malformation is an anomaly of embryonic development that results in a serious impairment of the normal anatomy of the head area for affected patients. A multidisciplinary, medical team approach is needed to successfully deal with such patients. Orthodontists play a major role in management of the craniofacial defects from the initial birth stages until skeletal growth maturation. In this article, the most commonly encountered craniofacial anomalies related to the field of orthodontics will be discussed in groups with more focus will be given to the role of the orthodontists in the management of these anomalies.