Cleft Lip - Medtick

Cleft Lip

What is it?

A cleft is a gap or split in the upper lip.

  • It is present from birth.
  • The gap is there because parts of the baby’s face did not join together properly during development in the womb.
  • A cleft lip may just affect one side of the lip or there may be 2 clefts.
  • It can range from a small notch to a wide gap that reaches the nose.

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Cause

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

This condition can lead to:

  • Difficulty feeding – a baby with a cleft lip and palate may be unable to breastfeed or feed from a normal bottle because they cannot form a good seal with their mouth
  • Hearing problems :
    • Some babies with a cleft palate are more vulnerable to ear infections and a build-up of fluid in their ears (glue ear), which may affect their hearing
  • Dental problems – a cleft lip and palate can mean a child’s teeth do not develop correctly and they may be at a higher risk of tooth decay.
  • Speech problems – if a cleft palate is not repaired, it can lead to speech problems such as unclear or nasal-sounding speech when a child is older

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Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

Detailed Information

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