Class III malocclusion and Cleft An insight into relationship between developing class III malocclusion with cleft

The maxillary growth impairment, which is often presented by patients with cleft lip and palate (CLP), can result in serious skeletal and/or dental pathological conditions in all 3 planes of space (vertical, horizontal, and transverse). Anteroposterior maxillary retrusion associated with a relative class III malocclusion as well as unilateral or bilateral palatal collapse of the lesser segment of the maxilla producing a narrowing of the dental arch is probably the most recurrent and challenging problem to deal with.This book deals with all aspects of a developing Class III malocclusion in patients with repaired cleft lip and palate.