What treatment is available for Cleft Lip and Palate?
Cleft lip and palate can seem like a severe condition due to its appearance on the face, but it is actually less of a risk to your child’s future health than many other birth defects. This may come as little comfort to you but you can at least be safe in the knowledge that there is good treatment available. However, children who are diagnosed with such a condition will typically need to continue treatment into their late teens. Surgery is a distinct possibility, though this will depend on the severity of your child’s condition. There are also specialists who can help your child to improve their speech and hearing, should they be having trouble with such things. This section provides information on the types of treatment available, in order ease any worries you may have and also to give you an insight as to what treatment may involve.
