of the cleft only, the opposite margin articulating with the vomer.

An instrument was made of the form shown in figs. 37 & 38. The drawings illustrate the

FIG. 37.

FIG. 38.

manner in which the two parts are united, so as to present a smooth surface in the palate—a point of very great importance, where, under the most favourable circumstances, there is great difficulty in articulating with clearness. In this case it will be seen, as in the previous ones, the artificial velum is held up by the overlap, and not by any attachments round the teeth.

The progress of the patient was quick and satisfactory, as regards improvement in speech.