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Cleft lip and cleft palate treatment 

The best treatment for cleft lip and palate is the plastic surgery technique performed by doctors at Novello Clinic. A surgical procedure is performed to repair the cleft lip and reshape it to a natural shape. The treatment requires a precise surgical technique to ensure a satisfactory aesthetic and functional result.

Novello Clinic is a leading center for treating cleft lip and cleft palate, under the supervision of the best plastic surgeons for cleft lip and cleft palate, using the latest medical techniques and procedures to treat these conditions.

What is a cleft lip?

A cleft lip is a congenital lip deformity characterized by a cleft or separation in the upper lip. This condition occurs when the middle part of the upper lip does not develop properly during pregnancy. 

A cleft lip may be accompanied by a cleft palate, or a cleft that extends into the gums and may continue to the throat. A cleft lip affects the overall appearance of the face and may also affect a person's ability to speak and eat.

Cleft lip is a condition that requires surgical treatment to correct the deformity and restore the normal shape and function of the lip and palate, to reconnect the lip and gum tissues, and to repair the cleft. 

Types of cleft lip

There are two types of cleft lip, which are as follows:

• AFor unilateral cleft lip

In this case, there is a single cleft on one side of the lip, and this cleft may or may not extend to the nose.

• bilateral cleft lip

This condition occurs when there are two clefts on either side of the lip, and the cleft may or may not extend to the nose.

What are the symptoms of cleft lip?

Cleft lip is characterized by a cleft lip, which is visible in the child's external appearance. This condition is accompanied by other signs and symptoms, including:

• Milk leaks from the cleft lip into the nose during breastfeeding, due to the lack of a natural barrier between the mouth and nose.
• Changes in the number of teeth in a child, whether a decrease or an increase.
• Recurrent middle ear and Eustachian tube infections, sometimes leading to hearing loss.
• Speech problems, where the child may have difficulty pronouncing correctly and may feel that the sound is coming from the nose.

What is the treatment for cleft lip?

Cleft lip treatment involves a series of surgical procedures aimed at closing and reshaping the cleft lip. These procedures are performed at Novello Clinic, the best cosmetic center in Egypt, by doctors specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery. 

Surgeries are performed at different stages depending on each patient's condition. The first surgery is usually scheduled during the first year of life, followed by surgeries to correct and improve the lip in later years.

During surgical operations, we find the following steps:

• A cleft lip is reshaped by suturing the edges of the cleft using lip tissue and skin to close the gap. 
• In some severe cases, treatment may require multiple surgeries to achieve optimal results.
• After surgery, follow-up treatment by specialists such as speech therapists, maxillofacial surgeons, and dentists may be necessary. This treatment aims to improve lip function, speech, and overall facial appearance.
• Cleft lip surgery is a lengthy and complex procedure. Therefore, it's important to consult with the specialists at Novello Clinic to assess your case individually and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Cleft lip surgery cost

The cost of cleft lip surgery at specialized cosmetic centers such as Novello Clinic varies from person to person depending on the extent of the surgery and the procedure required.

Therefore, you will first undergo an examination and consultation with a specialist doctor at the Novello Clinic, then determine the procedure and cost. You can contact us to book via WhatsApp.

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