Cleft Lip and Palate

Treatment for cleft lip and cleft palate

Treatment for these abnormalities includes surgery and a complete team approach to help with the multiple complications that can occur. Specific treatment will be determined by your child's physician based on:

• Your child's age, overall health, and medical history.
• Specific qualities of your child's abnormality.
• Your child's tolerance for specific medications, procedures or therapies.
• Involvement of other body parts or system.
• Your opinion or preference.