Craniometaphyseal Dysplasia: A Multidisciplinary Approach and Orthognathic Management in an Adolescent Patient.

Authors

Rosheen Fatima, Olivia Johnson King, Priya Haria, Brijesh Patel, Simon Critchlow, Caroline Mills, Nadeem Saeed

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The Cleft palate-craniofacial journal : official publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. Pages 10556656261466319. Jul 07, 2026. Epub Jul 07, 2026.

Abstract

Craniometaphyseal dysplasia (CMD) is a rare disorder that causes hyperostosis of craniofacial and long bones. Radiographic findings can show narrowing of the foramen magnum due to bony overgrowth. Orthognathic surgery, orthodontics and implant placement in these patients have been rarely reported and can pose significant challenges due to bony sclerosis. We present a male patient with CMD with class III incisors on a skeletal III base, with obstructive and central sleep apnea. Our patient successfully underwent orthodontic treatment, a Le Fort 1 osteotomy with refashioning of the nasal passages, and subsequent implant placement at the age of 16 due to psychosocial pressures. The surgical results have remained stable at 5-year review.

PMID:
42412010
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