Cleft Lip & Palate Treatment for Kids in Manhattan, NYC

Are you seeking compassionate, world-class cleft lip and palate treatment for your child in Manhattan? Our dedicated team of pediatric craniofacial specialists provides comprehensive care for children with cleft lip and palate, right here in Carnegie Hill, Manhattan.

Understanding Cleft Lip and Palate

Cleft lip and palate are among the most common birth differences, affecting approximately 1 in 700 children born in the United States. These conditions occur when a baby’s lip or mouth doesn’t form properly during pregnancy.

Types of Cleft Conditions We Treat in Manhattan:

  • Cleft lip (unilateral or bilateral)
  • Cleft palate
  • Combined cleft lip and palate
  • Submucous cleft palate
  • Associated craniofacial conditions

What Causes Cleft Lip and Palate?

Cleft lip and palate formation is typically the result of a combination of genetic and environmental factors:

  • Genetic Factors: About 30% of cleft cases are associated with genetic syndromes. Children with a family history of clefts have a higher risk.
  • Environmental Factors: Maternal smoking, certain medications, diabetes, and nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy may increase risk.
  • Folic Acid Deficiency: Inadequate folic acid during early pregnancy has been linked to increased cleft risk.
  • Multifactorial Inheritance: Most cases result from an interaction between genetic predisposition and environmental triggers.

 

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