Abstract
Objective
Our aim was to evaluate dental/orthodontic outcomes for patients who underwent recombinant human bone morphogenic protein (rhBMP-2) alveolar cleft repair and to examine parental satisfaction following the procedure.
Design
Retrospective review.
Setting
Tertiary children's hospital.
Participants
Parents, dentists, and orthodontists completed satisfaction questionnaires.
Main Outcome Measures
Parent, dentist, and orthodontist satisfaction with the use of rhBMP-2 in alveolar cleft repair.
Results
Parent response rate was 71.4% (30/42). The dentist response rate was 60% (18/30). The orthodontist response rate was 53.3% (16/30). Parent and patient satisfaction was 93.3% and 83.3%, respectively. Of dentist respondents, 55.6% reported that the bone quality and alveolar ridge mucosal repair allowed for dental treatment. Of orthodontist respondents, 87.5% reported the graft enabled treatment, and 73.3% felt the graft prevented tooth root exposure and resorption.
Conclusions
Parents, dentists, and orthodontists are satisfied with outcomes when rhBMP-2 is used for alveolar cleft repair. The bone formed was reported as adequate to support dental and orthodontic treatment in most cases with few complications. Because of safety concerns over the use of this product in an off-label manner, further controlled studies are warranted.
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