Cleft palate surgery is a surgical therapy that closes the split between the mouth and the nose. It is also known as palatoplasty. It is done between ten to 12 months of age. This helps the child to overcome breathing, eating, and speech difficulties.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Soft cleft palate means a submucous cleft of the soft palate.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you tell me when she underwent this Z-plasty procedure? Usually, the healing period and gap closure depend on the soft palate's length.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Ideal time that we operate a cleft palate is 11 months. This is to improve speech outcome.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Multiple surgeries in cleft palate children depend upon the extent of the cleft and the age of the child at the time of operation.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Having uvula at one side is not at all a big issue. But, you should know a few things.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After going through the photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity), this is what I suggest.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern for your child. 1. Usually, cleft palate is repaired at the age of 1 to 2 years.
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