Stainton-Capdepon syndrome

Stainton-Capdepont syndrome is a rare disease characterized by abnormal growth of the mandible. It was described by the American dentist William Stainton and the French dentist Victor Capdepont in the 19th century.

Stainton-Capdepon syndrome is characterized by the development of premature and uncontrolled growth of the jaws of the lower jaw, which leads to disruption of the functions of chewing, speech and breathing. Jaw growth can be caused by various factors, including heredity, hormonal imbalances and various diseases in patients.

One of the most noticeable symptoms of Stainton-Capdepon is an enlargement of the lower jaw with a constant shift of the teeth forward, which can cause speech impediments and facial asymmetry. In some cases, surgery may be required to correct jaw growth.

Diagnosis and treatment of Stainton-Capdenope syndrome is carried out by dentists of various specializations. Treatment consists of normalizing the functioning of the upper jaw and removing teeth. In addition, patients may be prescribed medications to slow jaw growth, orthopedic procedures, or surgery.

The success of treatment of Stainton-capden syndrome largely depends on the timely request of patients for help and compliance with the recommendations of specialists. With proper treatment, the symptoms of this disease can be significantly reduced and patients gradually return to normal life.