Craniofacial anomalies

Abstract

Craniofacial anomalies are a group of birth defects that affect, in varying degrees, the development of bone structures and soft tissues of the craniofacial region. they include a variety of heterogeneous conditions and may be associated with many syndromic conditions. the importance of this group of diseases lies in its great impact to aesthetic and functional level, since they can condition disorders of the upper airways, nutritional status, hearing, language development and dental development, because of that, in the majority of cases require management by a multidisciplinary team.