An integrated approach to the treatment of patients with cleft palate

The article presents the results of treatment of a patient with congenital complete left-sided cleft of the upper lip, alveolar process of the maxilla, hard and soft palate, bite, chewing, breathing, and speech disorders, including the use of a fixed appliance with a V-shaped screw. The stages of treatment are detailed and illustrated, which can be considered as elements of a comprehensive approach in the management of patients with such anomalies and can be applied in the practice of dentistry and maxillofacial surgery.