By Jessica on February 22, 2010
A cleft palate is one of the most common major birth defects, occurring once in every 750-1000 live births, but cosmetic surgery on infants minimizes suffering.
Posted in Children and Young Adults, Reconstructive
| Tagged birth defects, cleft lip and palate, cleft palate, cleft palate surgery, clove, congenital disorders, cosmetic surgery, craniofacial team, latham appliance, live birth, medicine, oral and maxillofacial surgery, otolaryngology, palates, plastic surgery, smile train, surgery
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By Jessica on January 6, 2010
Pediatric corrective surgery is a great option for parents, but there are a number of things to know before surgery begins.
Posted in Children and Young Adults
| Tagged birth defects, cleft lip and palate, congenital disorders, corrective surgery, cosmetic surgery, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, otolaryngology, pediatric, pediatric plastic surgery, plastic surgeons, plastic surgery, surgery, surgical specialties
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