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It can also be referred to as first and second brachial arch syndrome, oral-mandibular-auricular syndrome, lateral facial dysplasia, or otomandibular dysostosis. This condition has various levels of severity, but usually always includes the abnormal development of the ear, the lower jaw (mandible) and mouth. This is the second most common facial birth defect after cleft lip/palate.

Causes of Craniofacial Microsomia

The cause of craniofacial microsomia is unknown. It is a condition that begins during embryonic development.

Treatment of Craniofacial Microsomia

Craniofacial Microsomia is a complex condition that requires multiple stages of treatment over the course of the patient’s lifetime. Sometimes, surgical treatment to restore the child’s jaw position begins during late childhood or early adolescence. This will depend on the severity of the child’s condition, your dental team and your surgeon. Surgical treatment by using a rib graft or mandibular distraction may be performed in certain cases.

Children with both sides of their face and ears affected will have difficulty hearing and may benefit from a bone anchored hearing aid (BAHA). Our speech language therapist and ENT surgeon can help evaluate your child’s need for this device and any other speech concerns.

To learn more about craniofacial microsomia treatment in Richmond, VA, please call to schedule a consultation with one of our craniofacial surgeons.

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