Edwin Ongkosuwito

Title

Postgraduate course - Treatment approaches for patients with craniofacial syndromes.

Abstract

Craniofacial syndromes are rare, and the opportunity to encounter such patients is uncommon. Most affected individuals begin their follow-up early in life, embarking on a complex journey from birth to adulthood under the care of a specialized multidisciplinary team. While some symptoms manifest clearly in the oral cavity, challenges such as toothbrushing can arise due to physical limitations, such as fused or missing fingers. Craniofacial conditions encompass a wide spectrum of symptoms and phenotypes. To address this diversity, a classification system will be introduced to guide treatment approaches effectively.

Coordination by the multidisciplinary team is essential to ensure the delivery of optimal care, with a well-structured treatment plan at its core.

The orthodontist plays a pivotal role in monitoring craniofacial growth and addressing orthodontic challenges, ultimately enhancing the patient’s quality of life.

Learning Outcomes

•          To be able to broadly classify craniofacial syndromes.

•          To understand that patient outcomes heavily rely on collaboration within the multidisciplinary team, including the patient and the orthodontist.