Evidence-Based Practices in Cleft Palate Surgery | Journal CME Article-Journal CME Article: Evidence-Based Practices in Cleft Palate Surgery v2 of 6

Journal CME Article: Evidence-Based Practices in Cleft Palate Surgery v2 of 6

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The procedure involves repairing the labial and palatal gingiva using monocryl sutures to restore the palate's arc and close dead spaces. Post-operation, the greater segment is closed with interrupted sutures while the lesser segment uses a buccal fat flap. The buccal fat is secured and imbricated to prevent herniation. Three weeks post-surgery, the flap begins mucosalization, which is complete by eight weeks, with no visible signs of the flap and healed gingiva. This meticulous process ensures complete palate repair without raw surfaces.

Keywords

palate repair

monocryl sutures

buccal fat flap

gingiva healing

mucosalization