BAMP Treatment in Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate

Patients with cleft lip and palate often is characterized by a retrognathic and hypoplastic maxilla, resulting in a Class III malocclusion. Orthodontic therapy has relied in facemask for years, and whenever insufficient, patients were led to surgical correction. The purpose of this presentation is to describe the steps to BAMP treatment, and discuss the limitations and challenges inherent to this unique population.

Learning Objectives:

• Define the best timing for BAMP treatment in patients with cleft lip and palate.
• Recognize indications and contra-indications of this treatment modality.
• Recognize the limitations to achieve your treatment goals for each patient with cleft lip and palate.