Micrognathia

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Micrognathia

If micrognathia interferes with feeding, special feeding techniques and equipment will be required. Techniques can be learned through special programs at most hospitals .

• Your child seems to have a very small jaw.
• Your child has difficulty feeding properly.

The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Medical history questions documenting micrognathia in detail may include:

• When did you first notice that the jaw was small?
• How severe is it?
• Is there difficulty eating?
• What other symptoms are also present?

The physical examination will include a thorough examination of the mouth.

Diagnostic tests that may be performed are:

• Dental x-rays
• Skull x-rays

If there are other symptoms present that indicate an inherited condition, testing for that condition may be recommended.

Intervention:

Surgery or orthodontic appliances may be recommended.

After seeing your health care provider:

You may want to add a diagnosis related to micrognathia to your personal medical record.

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