Cleft Lip and Palate

Cleft Lip

Symptoms
Evaluation
Treatment

Evaluation

Before any treatment is planned, you will meet with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for a complete medical evaluation. During this visit, your surgeon will start by asking about your medical history and conducting a thorough physical and dental examination, noting any problems you are experiencing due to your cleft lip and/or palate. After this evaluation, your surgeon will discuss the treatment options that best meet your individual needs.

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated May 9, 2007