What age is best for operation of cleft palate?
Cleft palates are typically repaired between 8 and 12 months of age. Clefts of the soft palate can usually be repaired early (8 to 10 months of age). Clefts of the hard and soft palate are best repaired later (10 to 12 months of age).
How many surgeries are required for cleft lip and palate?
At the minimum, one surgery is needed to repair the lip and a separate surgery is needed to repair the palate. However, several surgeries are needed to make the lip appear as normal as possible. And sometimes additional surgeries involving the palate are needed to improve speech.
Who is the best surgeon for cleft lip?
A cleft lip can leave a baby with a noticeably deformed lip. At the Beverly Hills Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery, Dr. Ben Talei, a dual board certified facial plastic surgeon, is who patients turn to for the best results in cleft lip repair surgery, as well as birthmark removal.
Which surgery is done first cleft lip or palate?
Surgical repair of the palate generally occurs around 1 year of age, following the successful repair of cleft lip if present. In some cases, a second operation is needed. There are a variety of different techniques that may be used to repair the cleft palate, such as a Z-plasty or a V-Y-pushback.
Does cleft lip and palate affect life expectancy?
The results of treatment for cleft lip and palate are usually excellent both aesthetically and functionally. Children born with these conditions have a good quality of life and a normal life expectancy.
What percent of babies with cleft lip and palate will need a 2nd surgery?
About 30-40 percent of children with a cleft palate need further surgeries to help improve their speech. Speech is usually assessed between ages 4 and 5.
Can cleft lip scar be removed?
Cleft Lip Scar Revision surgery involves surgical excision of the existing scar in an effort to improve its appearance. Technical areas of the Cleft Lip Revision include adjusting the rotation advancement, enhancing the Upper lip line (“M” design/or called Cupid’s bow), and addressing any imbalances in size and shape.
How long is recovery from cleft palate surgery?
Most children are back to their usual behaviour about a week after surgery. It usually takes about 3 to 4 weeks for the incision to heal. Your child may need to wear padded arm splints for 1 to 2 weeks after surgery to prevent rubbing the surgery area.