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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Microstomia | |||
| image = [[File:Closure_of_mouth_from_congenital_syphilis.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Microstomia resulting from congenital syphilis | |||
| field = [[Oral and maxillofacial surgery]] | |||
| synonyms = Small mouth | |||
| symptoms = Reduced mouth opening, difficulty in eating and speaking | |||
| complications = [[Malnutrition]], [[speech disorder]] | |||
| onset = Congenital or acquired | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Congenital disorder]], [[trauma]], [[scleroderma]], [[burn]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[autoimmune disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Micrognathia]], [[trismus]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Corticosteroids]] (if inflammatory) | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depending on cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Microstomia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally small oral orifice, or mouth opening. This condition can be congenital, meaning present at birth, or it can be acquired later in life due to various causes such as burns, trauma, or certain systemic diseases. | '''Microstomia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally small oral orifice, or mouth opening. This condition can be congenital, meaning present at birth, or it can be acquired later in life due to various causes such as burns, trauma, or certain systemic diseases. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Microstomia can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include: | Microstomia can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include: | ||
* '''[[Congenital disorders]]''': Some individuals are born with microstomia as a result of genetic disorders or birth defects. | * '''[[Congenital disorders]]''': Some individuals are born with microstomia as a result of genetic disorders or birth defects. | ||
* '''[[Burns]]''': Severe burns to the face can result in scar tissue that reduces the size of the mouth opening. | * '''[[Burns]]''': Severe burns to the face can result in scar tissue that reduces the size of the mouth opening. | ||
* '''[[Trauma]]''': Physical injury to the face can lead to microstomia if the injury results in significant scarring or damage to the mouth area. | * '''[[Trauma]]''': Physical injury to the face can lead to microstomia if the injury results in significant scarring or damage to the mouth area. | ||
* '''[[Systemic diseases]]''': Certain systemic diseases, such as [[scleroderma]], can cause microstomia. | * '''[[Systemic diseases]]''': Certain systemic diseases, such as [[scleroderma]], can cause microstomia. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The primary symptom of microstomia is a smaller than normal mouth opening. This can lead to difficulties with eating, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene. In severe cases, it can even interfere with breathing. | The primary symptom of microstomia is a smaller than normal mouth opening. This can lead to difficulties with eating, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene. In severe cases, it can even interfere with breathing. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of microstomia is typically based on a physical examination of the mouth and face. In some cases, imaging studies such as [[X-rays]] or [[CT scans]] may be used to assess the extent of the condition. | Diagnosis of microstomia is typically based on a physical examination of the mouth and face. In some cases, imaging studies such as [[X-rays]] or [[CT scans]] may be used to assess the extent of the condition. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for microstomia depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include: | Treatment for microstomia depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include: | ||
* '''[[Surgery]]''': Surgical procedures can be used to increase the size of the mouth opening. This is often the treatment of choice for severe cases of microstomia. | * '''[[Surgery]]''': Surgical procedures can be used to increase the size of the mouth opening. This is often the treatment of choice for severe cases of microstomia. | ||
* '''[[Physical therapy]]''': Physical therapy exercises can help improve mouth function and may be recommended in conjunction with other treatments. | * '''[[Physical therapy]]''': Physical therapy exercises can help improve mouth function and may be recommended in conjunction with other treatments. | ||
* '''[[Oral appliances]]''': In some cases, oral appliances may be used to help maintain or increase the size of the mouth opening. | * '''[[Oral appliances]]''': In some cases, oral appliances may be used to help maintain or increase the size of the mouth opening. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Oral and maxillofacial surgery]] | * [[Oral and maxillofacial surgery]] | ||
* [[Congenital disorders]] | * [[Congenital disorders]] | ||
* [[Scleroderma]] | * [[Scleroderma]] | ||
[[Category:Oral pathology]] | [[Category:Oral pathology]] | ||
[[Category:Congenital disorders]] | [[Category:Congenital disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
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| Microstomia | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Small mouth |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Reduced mouth opening, difficulty in eating and speaking |
| Complications | Malnutrition, speech disorder |
| Onset | Congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Congenital disorder, trauma, scleroderma, burn |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, autoimmune disease |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Micrognathia, trismus |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgery, physical therapy |
| Medication | Corticosteroids (if inflammatory) |
| Prognosis | Variable, depending on cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Microstomia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally small oral orifice, or mouth opening. This condition can be congenital, meaning present at birth, or it can be acquired later in life due to various causes such as burns, trauma, or certain systemic diseases.
Causes[edit]
Microstomia can be caused by a variety of factors. Some of the most common causes include:
- Congenital disorders: Some individuals are born with microstomia as a result of genetic disorders or birth defects.
- Burns: Severe burns to the face can result in scar tissue that reduces the size of the mouth opening.
- Trauma: Physical injury to the face can lead to microstomia if the injury results in significant scarring or damage to the mouth area.
- Systemic diseases: Certain systemic diseases, such as scleroderma, can cause microstomia.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of microstomia is a smaller than normal mouth opening. This can lead to difficulties with eating, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene. In severe cases, it can even interfere with breathing.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of microstomia is typically based on a physical examination of the mouth and face. In some cases, imaging studies such as X-rays or CT scans may be used to assess the extent of the condition.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for microstomia depends on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Options may include:
- Surgery: Surgical procedures can be used to increase the size of the mouth opening. This is often the treatment of choice for severe cases of microstomia.
- Physical therapy: Physical therapy exercises can help improve mouth function and may be recommended in conjunction with other treatments.
- Oral appliances: In some cases, oral appliances may be used to help maintain or increase the size of the mouth opening.
