Babies born with just a cleft lip usually do not have feeding problems. However, when the palate is involved, feeding is a bigger challenge. A cleft palate makes it harder…
Cleft lip alone is twice as common in males, cleft palate alone is more common in females, and cleft lip and palate together is more common in males. Clefts can also…
A cleft lip contains an opening n the upper lip that may extend into the nose. The opening may be on one side, both sides, or in the middle. A…
With a worldwide prevalence of approximately 1.2/1,000 live births, cleft lip and palate are the most common craniofacial birth defects. It remains a prominent health issue in both developed and…