Comparison of Microbial Activity Among Infants With or Without Using Presurgical Nasoalveolar Molding Appliance.

CONCLUSION: Higher bacterial count and lower pH were found in the PNAM group. Cleft lip and/or palate patients wearing the PNAM appliance are at higher risk for dental caries.
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Source: The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal - April 6, 2020 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Hassani H, Chen JW, Zhang W, Hamra W Tags: Cleft Palate Craniofac J Source Type: research