Interim obturator in an infant with Treacher Collins syndrome: Review and chairside modification in impression making

Interim obturator in an infant with Treacher Collins syndrome: Review and chairside modification in impression making

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Treacher Collins syndrome has been described as a syndrome involving 1st and 2nd branchial arches, affecting various organs in the craniofacial region.Affected infants report with nasal regurgitation and animed blue lotion topical spray minimal dietary intake due to cleft palate, consequently show delayed and retarded growth.The situation is further complicated when the repair of the palatal defect is postponed due to delayed milestones.

At this juncture, it is of paramount importance to intervene prosthetically and close the defect with the aid of an interim obturator.Herein we describe here a simple, yet successful, chairside approach to make an impression of an infant without the aid of any kind of anesthesia.