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Infant mandibular distraction osteogenesis (Jaw Lengthening) 1335
If your infant's lower jaw was not fully developed, one or more surgeries will be needed to lengthen your child's jaw. This process is called Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis and takes place over a period of time. This keeps the tongue which attached to the jaw and normal size from sitting too far back in the throat and causing breathing problems.
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Infant mandibular distraction osteogenesis (Jaw Lengthening) (Spanish)
If your infant's lower jaw was not fully developed, one or more surgeries will be needed to lengthen your child's jaw. This process is called Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis and takes place over a period of time. This keeps the tongue which attached to the jaw and normal size from sitting too far back in the throat and causing breathing problems.
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Infant massage 1014
Infant massage is a soothing touch done for infants. It is a way for parents to connect with their new babies who need to feel safe and secure.
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Infant massage (Spanish)
Infant massage is a soothing touch done for infants. It is a way for parents to connect with their new babies who need to feel safe and secure.
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Infant nasal alveolar molding (Cleft nose, lip and upper jaw re-shaping) 1339
Nasal Alveolar Molding is used in young infants before cleft lip and palate surgery to prepare them for surgery. It looks like a retainer and will reduce the size of the cleft before the repair.
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Infant nasal alveolar molding (Cleft nose, lip and upper jaw re-shaping) (Spanish)
Nasal Alveolar Molding is used in young infants before cleft lip and palate surgery to prepare them for surgery. It looks like a retainer and will reduce the size of the cleft before the repair.
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Inferior turbinate reduction surgery (1421)
Learn why a turbinate reduction surgery is done and what to expect.
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Inferior turbinate reduction surgery (Spanish) 1421
Learn why a turbinate reduction surgery is done and what to expect.
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Influenza (flu) 1931
Learn about the flu and how to care for your child when they have it.
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Inguinal hernia 1542
This sheet describes an inguinal hernia and how it affects your child. It also includes what to do before sugary, what to expect after and how to care for your child after the surgery.
