Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents What is Metopic Synostosis? Metopic synostosis is a condition where the metopic suture in a baby’s skull closes too early, before the brain has fully developed. Otherwise known as? Trigonocephaly and metopic craniosynostosis Signs & Symptoms Key characteristics of metopic synostosis: Skull Shape Differences: Trigonocephaly: a triangular-shaped forehead. Midline ridge:
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Carpenter syndrome is also known by the following names: Acrocephalopolysyndactyly type II (ACPS II) Craniofacial syndrome Craniofacial dysostosis, type II Craniosynostosis with polydactyly These names reflect the key features of the condition, which include craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull sutures) and polydactyly (extra fingers or toes), among
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Pierre Robin sequence is also known by the following names: Pierre Robin syndrome Robin sequence Pierre Robin anomaly Pierre Robin malformation Signs & Symptoms Pierre Robin sequence is a condition that involves a combination of craniofacial differences. The primary features include micrognathia (a small jaw), cleft palate,
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Pfeiffer syndrome is also known by the following names: Craniofacial Dysostosis Type II Craniofacial Syndrome Type II Pfeiffer Syndrome with Syndactyly Craniosynostosis with Syndactyly These terms refer to the same genetic condition characterized by premature fusion of skull bones (craniosynostosis), leading to a different head shape and
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents What is Crouzon Syndrome? Crouzon syndrome: is a genetic condition characterized by craniosynostosis (premature fusion of skull bones), which affects the shape of the head and face. Otherwise known as? Craniofacial dysostosis Signs & Symptoms The severity of symptoms varies among individuals. 1. Craniofacial differences Craniosynostosis: Premature skull fusion leading
Changing Faces, Changing Lives Contents Otherwise known as? Sagittal synostosis is also known as scaphocephaly or dolichocephaly. These terms are used interchangeably to describe the condition where the sagittal suture, which runs along the top of the skull, fuses prematurely, affecting the growth of the head. Signs & Symptoms Sagittal synostosis is a condition where
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Project TItle Cleft Speech & Language Therapy Fellowship Location University Hospitals Bristol, NHS Foundation Trust 2026 Fellow Kat Bray At a Glance Craniofacial Australia is excited to announce a new educational grant with our UK-based partner NHS University Hospitals Bristol and the Cleft Collective to fund our first Cleft Speech and
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Research Title Lead Author Ms Nitisha Narayan (Craniofacial Australia-funded researcher) Published in The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery At a glance The study examined data from the UK’s large-scale Cleft Collective research cohort to understand how common faltering growth remains in children born with cleft lip and palate, despite significant improvements in
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Project Title Researcher Assoc Prof Quenten Schwarz Institution University of South Australia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aasnbLi-Tww At a glance Clinical applications of new discoveries in hope of improving patient care Assoc. Prof. Schwarz’ previous research uncovered that dietary supplements given to pregnant mothers can alter how the cranial skeleton of their babies grow. Remarkably,
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Changing Faces, Changing Lives Project Title Researcher Assoc Prof Sebastian Dworkin Location La Trobe University, Victoria https://youtu.be/XHl3XFJZki0 At a glance The project team discovered that a specific gene family, the GRHL genes, are crucial for the development of the face and head, specifically by regulating the function of numerous other genes. Using extensive identification and
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