Causes and Treatments for Cleft Lip and Palate

May 25, 2016

The conditions known as “cleft lip” and “cleft palate” occur when parts of the face don’t join properly during early pregnancy. In the womb, the face develops when separate areas come together, including the left and right sides of the mouth and lips. Occasionally, a separation occurs in the roof of the mouth and upper lip, creating what’s known as a cleft. What Causes Cleft...
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5 Facts Parents Should Know About Cleft Lip and Palate

May 22, 2018

Cleft lips and palates can be surprising and scary things for new parents to deal with, but you can put yourself at ease with some facts about this common occurrence. Cleft lips can occur during the first trimester of pregnancy, when different parts of the face grow separately and then come together as the infant’s body forms. In the case of cleft lips and palates,...
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