How Do You Get Treatment For A Cleft Lip Cleft Palate Baby?
Cleft lip and cleft palate are both birth defects. The cleft results from incomplete fusion of the lip and/or palate during the first few months of gestation. Sometimes these birth defects are an indication of a genetic disorder. Treatment for cleft lip and palate involves a team approach including various medical professionals. Work with your pediatrician to establish a team of professionals to guide you through the treatment process. Professionals on your team should include a plastic surgeon, dentist, speech and language specialist, social worker or counselor, psychologist, audiologist, ear-nose-throat (ENT) doctor, and genetic counselor. Evaluate your baby’s ability to breast-feed. Some babies are able to feed normally, while others require special feeding devices. Discuss feeding options with your pediatrician. Discuss options for clef lip repair, which typically occurs between birth and three months of age. Cleft palate repair typically occurs after cleft lip repair, typically pr
