A Malaysian National Cleft Registry: An Orthodontic Point of View Al Imran Shahrula , Mas Suryalis Ahmadb , Nik M
10.21315/aos2020.15.2.462
- Author:
Shahrul Al
1
Author Information
1. Centre for Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontic Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 47000 Sungai Buloh Campus, Selangor, Malaysia
- Collective Name:Ahmad MS; Mustapha NM; Abd Rahman ANA
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Cleft lip and palate;
registry;
orthodontic;
Malaysia
- From:Archives of Orofacial Sciences
2020;15(2):89-95
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Cleft lip and palate (CLP) is one of the most prevalent birth defects. CLP can have a profound physical
impact on the child and a psychological impact on both the parents and child. The systemic collection
and audit of data on CLP has traditionally been an integral part of comprehensive cleft care. This
requires the development of a national cleft registry. This article describes the current orthodontic cleft
care, the benefits of a registry and assesses the challenges faced in developing a national cleft registry in
Malaysia from an orthodontic point of view.
- Full text:2.2020my192.pdf
