Incidental Exfoliation of a Natal Tooth During Impression Making for Nasoalveolar Molding in an Infant With Cleft Lip and Palate

The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 2026

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Authors: Shafees Koya, Izaan Ismail Kalathingal, H.Hari Kishore Bhat, Raheesa Abdurahman, Akhter Husain
DOI: 10.1177/10556656261447585
Cited by: 1
References: 8

Abstract

Nasoalveolar molding (NAM) is a standard presurgical intervention to improve feeding and nasolabial symmetry in infants with cleft lip and palate. Natal teeth are rare in this population and may complicate orthopedic care. This report describes the incidental exfoliation of a natal tooth during secondary impression making for NAM in a 2-week-old infant with unilateral cleft lip and palate. The case emphasizes the importance of careful neonatal oral examination to reduce the risk of bleeding, aspiration, and procedural complications.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Oral and Craniofacial Lesions dental development and anomalies Cleft Lip and Palate Research

Publication details

Journal / source
The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Pages
10556656261447585–10556656261447585
Publication date
5 May 2026
Language
EN