Who was the first surgeon to devise an obturator for the treatment of cleft palate?

 # Who was the first surgeon to devise an obturator for the treatment of cleft palate?

A. Paul Aegina 

B. Ambrose Pare

C. John Hunter 

D. Norman Kingsley

The correct answer is B. Ambrose Pare. 

Ambrose Pare, a French surgeon in the 16th century, is credited with devising the first obturator for the treatment of cleft palate. An obturator is a prosthetic device used to close the gap in the roof of the mouth caused by a cleft palate, enabling improved speech and feeding for individuals with this condition. Ambrose Pare made significant contributions to the field of surgery and is considered one of the pioneers in the treatment of cleft palate.