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Case Reports
. 1981 Aug;103(2):241-3.
doi: 10.14219/jada.archive.1981.0256.

Velopharyngeal incompetence

L H McWilliams Jr, F J Krakowiak, B W Peak
Case Reports

Velopharyngeal incompetence

L H McWilliams Jr et al. J Am Dent Assoc. 1981 Aug.

Abstract

The anatomy and physiology of the velopharyngeal mechanism are complex and not well understood. The pathogenesis and treatment of velopharyngeal incompetence have been discussed, and an illustrative case report of the use of a palatal lift appliance has been presented. Patients with velopharyngeal incompetence should be evaluated by a speech pathologist and the dentist; if indicated, an appropriate dental prosthesis should be used.

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