Alveolar Bone Formation in Patients with Unilateral and Bilateral Cleft Lip and Palate after Early Secondary Gingivoalveoloplasty: Long-Term Results

Abstract

Early secondary gingivoalveoloplasty seems to allow for adequate ossification in both the alveolar and the nasal regions. Permanent tooth eruption occurs at a normal rate. None of the patients has required a secondary alveolar bone graft.