What is Hemifacial
Microsomia?
Hemifacial microsomia is a common congenital facial
difference that causes asymmetric development of the face. Hemifacial has been
called many terms such as Goldenhar syndrome and oculo-auriculo-vertebral
spectrum. They are all the same condition. This condition may affect all
structures of the face, but most commonly causes asymmetry of the eyes, jaws,
ears, muscles/nerves that allow a patient to smile, and the soft tissues of the
face.
How is Hemifacial
Microsomia Treated?
Mandibular Reconstruction
The deformities affecting the jaws cover a broad spectrum.
Some patients have minor asymmetry that is not noticeable during every day
conversation. Other patients are born without a normal temporomandibular joint
(TMJ) and have a small jaw that causes airway obstruction or Pierre Robin
sequence. Minor cases may not require surgery. The best time to treat jaw
asymmetry is after your child is done growing later in their teenage years.
Orthognathic surgery on the upper and lower jaws allows the surgeon to place
the jaws where they should be located without the risk of your child
“outgrowing” their correction. Our surgeons use the latest 3-dimensional
imaging techniques and computer assisted planning to prepare for this
operation.
Patients will often require orthognathic surgery later when
they have finished growing. These operations are typically done with a
technique called mandibular distraction when the bone is gradually stretched
using either an external or internally buried device. This technique can be
performed on newborns or fully grown adults.
Your surgeon will discuss this with you and determine what treatment
is best for you.
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