21. Home, Welcome To Child Care International Provides free plastic surgery to children born with cleft lip and palate. http://www.childcareinternational.co.uk/

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22. Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate - Causes, Surgery, Treatment Information cleft lip and palate. RELATE D LINKS. palate (a gap in the roof of the mouth) or both of these. What causes a cleft lip and palate? http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/cleft_lip.html

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23. Pediatric Oncall- SPEECH AND CLEFT LIP & CLEFT PALATE Q Will my child s speech be delayed if he has a cleft lip/palate? A Q My child does not have a visible cleft lip and palate. But http://www.pediatriconcall.com/forpatients/SpeechandHearing/speech_cleft_lippat.

PARENT CORNER Search GO Home Back Search for Pediatricians Hospitals Special Schools Baby Names Holistic Medicines Alternative Medicine Home Made Remedies Guest Book Guest Book Discussion Boards Share Experience Post Query ... Specialist Answers Q: Will my child's speech be delayed if he has a cleft lip/palate? A: Not necessarily, if the surgical intervention is timely. Q: At what age should he be operated? A: The surgery should be done between 6-18 months. But palate repair carried out at around 12 months of age is generally preferred. Unfortunately for some children, early surgery may not be possible because of other handicapped conditions and extensiveness of the cleft of palate. Q: Will my child require a second surgery? A: Q: My child does not have a visible cleft lip and palate. But still, he has been advised surgery because of his hypernasality (Has a nasal voice). A: Hypernasality may be due to a submucous cleft, which may become apparent when speech begins to develop.

24. Maryland Society Cleft Lip Palate Children For children with cleft lip/cleft palate and their families and friends. http://www.msclpc.org

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25. Cleft.net Of all orofacial clefts, 21 percent present as cleft lip only (unilateral and bilateral), 46 percent present as cleft lip and palate, while the remaining 33 http://www.cleft.net/

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26. From The Grand Rounds Archive At Baylor INTRODUCTION TO cleft lip and palate June 1, 1991 Michael G. Stewart, MD. History. cleft lip and palate are present in one of 1000 live Caucasian births. http://www.bcm.tmc.edu/oto/grand/6191.html

Grand Rounds Archives The information contained within the Grand Rounds Archive is intended for use by doctors and other health care professionals. These documents were prepared by resident physicians for presentation and discussion at a conference held at The Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. No guarantees are made with respect to accuracy or timeliness of this material. This material should not be used as a basis for treatment decisions, and is not a substitute for professional consultation and/or peer-reviewed medical literature. INTRODUCTION TO CLEFT LIP AND PALATE June 1, 1991 Michael G. Stewart, M.D. History Hippocrates (400 BC) and Galen (150 AD) mention cleft lip, but not cleft palate in their writings. For centuries, perforations of the palate were considered to be secondary to syphilis, and cleft palate was not recognized as a congenital disorder until 1556, by Fanco. The first successful closure of a soft palate defect was reported in 1764 by LeMonnier, a French dentist. The first closure of the hard palate was performed in 1834 by Dieffenbach. In the 1930's, Kilner and Wardill independently developed the "pushback" procedure. Embryology The lip and primary palate begin to develop at four to five weeks gestational age. The two medial nasal swellings and the maxillary swellings fuse to form the upper lip. The nasal swellings merge at deeper levels also and form the intermaxillary segment, which becomes the triangular primary palate, so embryologically, clefts of the lip are almost invariably associated with clefts of the primary palate.

27. Cleft Lip And Palate KidsHealth Parents Doctors Hospitals Surgical Conditions cleft lip and palate. Oralfacial clefts are birth defects in http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/surgical/cleft_lip_palate.html

KidsHealth Parents Surgical Conditions Oral-facial clefts are birth defects in which the tissues of the mouth or lip don't form properly during fetal development. In the United States, clefts occur in 1 in 700 to 1,000 births, making it the fourth most common major birth defect. Clefts occur more often in children of Asian, Latino, or Native American descent. The good news is that both cleft lip and cleft palate are treatable birth defects. Most children born with either or both of these conditions can have reconstructive surgery while they're still infants to correct the defect and significantly improve facial appearance. An immediate problem after birth, however, is feeding , but special nipples and even prostheses are available to ensure that children with oral clefting receive adequate nutrition until surgical treatment is provided. For many parents, what's most difficult is handling the fact that their child is different. Many parents feel unreasonable guilt that somehow they caused the problem, as well as worry that their child will be teased because of his appearance or because he has trouble speaking. If your child has oral clefting, it's important that you inform yourself about the defect and seek support from both the medical community and other parents who have been through this experience. Support can help you focus on your child's potential, rather than on the cleft. The fact is, cleft treatments available today are excellent. And for those with more pronounced physical differences, plastic surgery can significantly improve specific problems that may be a concern for you and your child.

28. Prof. Miguel Orticochea - Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery - Consultorio De Es Professor Miguel Orticochea, plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Located in Bogota, Columbia, he is a specialist in cleft lip and palate repair. http://www.miguelorticochea.com

Professor Miguel Orticochea, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and creator of Plastic Surgery techniques that revolutionized the medical world, currently performs the technique that carries his name, Orticochea's Pharyngoplasty. This technique allows children born with a cleft palate to recover in most of the cases and leads them to speak normally. It also permits adults with this condition to improve their speech by correcting the velopharyngeal incompetence by building the Dynamic Muscular Sphincter. email: info@miguelorticochea.com Web development by AB Internet, Inc

29. International Craniofacial Institute - Cleft Lip And Palate Treatment Center Provides treatment for cleft lip and palate, craniofacial deformities, syndromes, tumors of the head and neck, and traumatic injuries. http://www.craniofacial.net/

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30. Cleft Lip And Palate (Jan.1998) TITLE cleft lip and palate SOURCE UTMB Dept. Multidisciplinary management of cleft lip and palate. Philadephia WB Saunders, 1990. 2. Bumsted RM. http://www.utmb.edu/otoref/Grnds/Cleft-lip-palate-9801/Cleft-lip-palate-9801.htm

TITLE: Cleft Lip and Palate SOURCE: UTMB Dept. of Otolaryngology Grand Rounds DATE: January 28, 1998 RESIDENT PHYSICIAN: Greg Young, M.D. FACULTY: Ronald Deskin, M.D. SERIES EDITOR: Francis B. Quinn, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S. Return to Grand Rounds Index "This material was prepared by physicians in partial fulfillment of educational requirements established for Continuing Postgraduate Medical Education activities and was not intended for clinical use in its present form. It was prepared for the purpose of stimulating group discussion in a interactive computer mediated conference setting. No warranties, either express or implied, are made with respect to its accuracy, completeness, or timeliness. The material does not necessarily reflect the current or past opinions of subscribers or other professionals and should not be used for purposes of diagnosis or treatment without consulting appropriate literature sources and informed professional opinion." INTRODUCTION Cleft lip and palate represents the second most frequently occurring congenital deformity (after clubfoot deformity). Cleft lip, cleft palate or both affects approximately 1 in 750 births. Clefting is associated with many problems including cosmetic and dental abnormalities, as well as speech, , hearing and facial growth difficulties. The otolaryngologist is uniquely qualified to identify and manage many of these problems, and holds a key role on the cleft palate team.

31. Home Page A specialist of orthodontics, member of the Michigan Society of Orthodontists, and The Michigan cleft lip and palate Conference. http://www.drcbrieden.com/

Dr. Brieden is a certified and licensed specialist in the field of orthodontics, a member of the Michigan Society of Orthodontists, and The Michigan Cleft Lip and Palate Conference. He has conducted and published research in the area of facial growth and development. and has been in private practice since 1979. A consultation with a specialist is recommended by age seven. This early examination will ensure maximum dental health for your child. Crowded or protruded teeth that do not fit together properly are difficult to clean, making them very prone to decay and periodontal problems (gum disease). Everyone wants a beautiful smile. That is one of the best reasons to have orthodontic treatment. An attractive smile enhances self-esteem, which can actually improve the quality of life itself. Do you wish you had a more attractive smile? Then why not make a change for the better? Teeth can be straightened at any age. Many adults are now seeking orthodontic treatment for problems that weren't corrected when they were younger.

32. Dallas Craniofacial - Home Page Intro Provides treatment for all craniofacial birth defects ranging from cleft lip and palate to the most complex anomalies. http://www.dallascraniofacial.com/

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34. Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate, Resources On The Internet cleft lip and palate Association of Ireland www.cleft.ie/ comprehensive source of information about cleft, useful regardless of whether you happen to live in http://www.samizdat.com/pp3.html

CLEFT LIP/CLEFT PALATE INTERNET RESOURCES Other Internet Resources Related to Cleft Lip/Cleft Palate Adoption Quest Home Page http://www.inet.net/adopt/adoptqst.html American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association www.cleftline.org Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland www.cleft.ie/ comprehensive source of information about cleft, useful regardless of whether you happen to live in Ireland Frequently Asked Questions regarding cleft palate http://www.plasticsurgery.org/faq/cleft.htm Genetics Education Center, U. of Kansas Medical Center http://www.kumc.edu/GEC Good Health Web http://www.social.com/health/index.html International Institute for Birth Defects http://www.cleft.net In particular, check the article "1999's Top Ways To Reduce Your Risk for Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate (and all birth defects) by Andrea Newmark-Simon andrea@cleft.NET at http://www.cleft.net/reduce Iowa Health Book/Pediatric Guides http://vh.radiology.uiowa.edu/Patients/IowaHealthBook/PediatricGuides/PediatricGuides.html Johns Hopkins Center for Craniofacial Development and Disorders http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/craniofacial

35. International Cleft Lip & Palate Meetup Day Meet with others locally on a monthly basis about cleft lip and palate issues. http://cleft.meetup.com

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36. Children's Corrective Surgery Society Non profit organization providing free cleft lip and palate surgery. Provides before and after surgical pictures, newsletter, and contact information. http://www.coad.org/

CHILDREN'S CORRECTIVE SURGERY SOCIETY dba COAD International Field Programs. Margarita before and after surgery. The Gift That Lasts A Lifetime. A non-profit organization providing Free Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to children with birth defects. Español CCSS History Newsletter Objectives ... Thank You Letter Telephone (760) 735-9065 CCSS is a Combined Federal Campaign agency #1523 A recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization #95-3477397

37. Cleft Lip And Palate Deformities In the sections below you can find descriptions and explanations of the various cleft lip and palate deformites which can occur. http://www.worldcf.org/over.html

World Craniofacial Foundation 7777 Forest Lane, Ste C-621 P.O. Box 515838 Dallas, TX 75251-5838 fax 972-566-3850 worldcf@worldnet.att.net In the sections below you can find descriptions and explanations of the various cleft lip and palate deformites which can occur. Genetic Factors Anatomy of the Cleft Lip, Nose and Palate Anatomic Characteristics of a Cleft Cleft Palate ... Ways To Help Email the Foundation

38. Cleft Lip And Plate Information cleft lip and palate. Cleft palate. Since it occurs this frequently, almost everyone knows someone who has a cleft lip or cleft palate. http://aboutplastic.surgery.uiowa.edu/surgery/plastic/cleftnet.html

Cleft Lip and Palate Cleft lip and cleft palate are conditions which occur when tissues that usually form the lip or the roof of the mouth fail to grow together, creating a gap in the lip or a hole in the roof of the mouth. The reasons for this are not entirely known, but the condition is among the most common problems noted at birthit occurs once in every 1000 live births (the same frequency as club foot). A recent study(March 1996) indicates that smoking during pregnancy may double the risk that the child will be born with a cleft lip or palate. Since it occurs this frequently, almost everyone knows someone who has a cleft lip or cleft palate. The repaired cleft lip may be noticed in the adult as an uneven upper lip and a scar which runs from the nose down through the upper lip. Persons with a repaired cleft palate may have a nasal quality to their speech. This can occur because there is a shortage of tissue in the roof of the mouth after the repair in some cases and sounds can accidentally leak out the nose when certain words are spoken. In most cases following reconstructive surgery the patient can expect to live a normal life and the cleft condition should hopefully not stand in the way of any dreams or aspirations. Treatment The cleft lip is usually repaired at about age 3 months. The cleft palate is usually fixed at about one year of age, though this may vary based on the size of the cleft itself. Usually the patients remain in the hospital for one or two nights and sutures in the lip are taken out in about 5 days. Sutures in the palate do not need to be taken out because they are made of a material which will dissolve.

39. CleftClub.com - Cleft Lip & Palate Support Group And Information Center cleft lip and palate support group for people born with cleft lip/palate, parents of cleft children, and other relatives and friends. Includes message boards, mailing lists, pictures, and live chat. Also includes seperate groups for teens, adults, and parents. http://www.cleftclub.com/

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40. Cleft Lip & Palate Cleft Lip Palate. A cleft lip and palate palate and a cleft lip. What are my risks for having a baby with a cleft lip or palate? http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/pediatrics/patients/Tutorials/Clef

Pediatrics Clinical Facilities Healthcare Professionals Fellowship Information ... Site Index Search this site: Adolescent Medicine Allergy/Asthma/Immunology Blood Disorders Burns Cancer Common Injuries/Poison Tips Craniofacial Anomalies Dermatology Diabetes/Endo/Metabolism Eye Care Genitourinary/Kidney High-Risk Newborn High-Risk Pregnancy Infectious Diseases Medical Genetics Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Normal Newborns Oral Health Orthopaedics Pediatric Surgery Respiratory Disorders Terminal Illness in Children Transplantation A cleft lip and palate occur when a baby is born with an opening in the roof of their mouth (palate) and the upper lip does not fully form. These conditions can occur separately so that some children are born with a cleft lip but a normal palate, and some have a cleft palate but normal upper lip. A completely formed lip is important not only for a normal facial appearance but also for sucking and to form certain sounds made during speech. The palate is the roof of your mouth. You can feel your own palate by running your tongue over the top of your mouth. If you open your mouth and look into a mirror you will see that the palate extends from your teeth all the way back to the little dangling extension, called the uvula , in the middle of the back of your mouth.

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