le fort i osteotomy for treatment of maxillary deficiency caused by anodontia of permanent dentition– a case report

Anodontia of permanent dentition of maxilla results into a deficiency of facial growth. Facial appearance and mastication are two major concerns. This case report describes the treatment of a patient with underdeveloped maxilla giving a sunken appearance. The treatment includes Le-fort I osteotomy followed by full mouth rehabilitation to establish an acceptable esthetics and masticatory function