Congenital maxillomandibular fusion: A rare case of isolated true bony syngnathia

ABSTRACT

@#<p><strong>OBJECTIVE: </strong>To present a rare case of congenital maxillomandibular fusion or syngnathia<br /><br /><strong>METHODS</strong><br /><strong>Study Design:</strong>Case Report<br /><strong>Setting:</strong> Tertiary Public Teaching Hospital<br /><strong>Participant</strong> One patient<br /><br /><strong>RESULTS:</strong> A 3-year-old girl with oral adhesion (syngnathia) caused by a mandibular to maxillary fibrous band with bony fusion underwent successful surgical division and release. Subsequent monitoring and serial oral dilations were performed post operatively, resulting in mouth opening of 24mm over a period of three months. Currently, the patient is able to tolerate a general liquid diet.<br /><br /><strong>CONCLUSIONS</strong> Congenital maxillomandibular fusion is a very rare condition with few cases reported. We hope this report contributes to its diagnosis and management in other children.</p>