Micrognathia
Alternative names:
receding chin; under-bite
Home care:
If micrognathia interferes with feeding, special feeding techniques and equipment will be required. Techniques can be learned at most hospitals through special programs available.
Call your health care provider if:
- your child seems to have a very small jaw.
- your child has difficulty feeding properly.
What to expect at your health care provider's office:
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 bad 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: 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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