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neath there is an improper foundation for this super- 

 structure? There must be first provided a normal, well- 

 rounded arch upon which to build a well shaped lip, and 

 there must be a normal position of the tuberosities of the 

 maxillae in order that a flexible, resilient soft palate may 

 be produced, to carry out this "New principle essential 

 to correct speech in the treatment of complete congenital 

 cleft palate." 



