Correction of nonsyndromal craniosynostosis.

Correction of craniosynostosis requires close collaboration between the craniofacial surgeon and the neurosurgeon. Typically, nonsyndromal craniosynostosis patients will require only one operation to correct the cranial vault deformity. The procedures usually are undertaken between 3 and 6 months of age. Any gaps are filled in with new bone because the dura is highly osteogenic. The early correction of these deformities can avoid future facial deformities as a result of restricted skull base growth causing maxillary and secondary mandibular deformities.