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Cleft & Craniofacial

Children with a cleft lip, cleft palate, or craniofacial disorder often have complex needs and may undergo a variety of procedures and therapies. Often, multiple pediatric specialists and surgeons are required to provide comprehensive care.

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Caring for Babies Born with Cleft Lip or Cleft Palate: AAP Report Explained

If your baby was just born with a cleft lip and/or palate, the first thing to recognize is that you are not alone! One in every 700 babies is born with a cleft lip, a cleft palate, or both—making it one of the most common birth defects.

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