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Can cleft lips and cleft palates be repaired?
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Yes: Yes, there is surgery for this. Usually, this is done during childhood. You would need to see an oral & maxillofacial surgeon (omfs) or plastic surgeon for this.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Cleft repair: Yes, both cleft lip and cleft palate can be repaired. The website of the cleft palate foundation ( http://www.Cleftline.Org/ ) has useful information about cleft surgery and other aspect of cleft care.
Answered 10/29/2014
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Yes: Oral and maxilla-facial surgeons have been doing this for years with amazing results.
Answered 1/26/2013
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