Nasal elevator vs. stent for cleft lip and palate babies
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two different devices (a nasal elevator and a nasal stent placed with a special molding appliance) to see which one improves the shape of the nose and upper lip in babies with bilateral cleft lip and palate. It may help your baby's face look more natural before any surgery.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must have a cleft on both sides of the upper lip and palate.
- Your baby should be less than 1 month old.
- Your baby must not have any other medical conditions or syndromes.
- Your baby's premaxilla (front part of the upper gum) must be displaced.
- Your baby must not have a partial cleft or a skin bridge on the cleft side.
- Your family must be willing to follow the naso-alveolar molding treatment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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