10 Cleidocranial Dysplasia FAQs
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How Is Cleidocranial Dysplasia Treated?
Each individual with cleidocranial dysplasia requires a holistic management plan involving a team of physicians. Care plans focus on symptoms addressing skeletal and dental abnormalities, including orthodontics, infections or additional symptoms caused by abnormal bones.
Severe skeletal abnormalities or non-unions may require surgery in order to allow the patient mobility and use of limbs. Hearing loss may require hearing aids, and some people may need assistive devices to move and walk.
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