21. Cleft Lip And Palate - Causes, Treatment And Surgery BUPA health factsheet cleft lip is commonly known as hare lip, it is where theskin and tissue do not develop normally below the nose during pregnancy. http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/cleft_lip.html

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22. Austin Smiles - Welcome A nonprofit organization providing free reconstructive plastic surgery, mainly cleft lip and palate, to the children of Austin,TX and Latin America. http://www.austinsmiles.org

Caution! Visit Microsoft's Web site to obtain the newest version of Internet Explorer, or visit Visiting this web site without first upgrading your browser may result in unreliable behavior. Home Mission Creating smiles Making it possible ... About Austin Smiles Home Welcome Site Overview Sitemap Contact Us Austin Smiles P.O.BOX 26694 Austin, TX 78755 ausmile@texas.net Welcome to the Austin Smiles web site! Thank you for viewing the Austin Smiles web site. To find out more about Austin Smiles, please click on one of the blue tabs above or click on one of the news headlines below. The latest news about Austin Smiles Austin Area Toyota Dealers Charity Golf Tournament Archived Articles Monday, September 26, 2005 - Save this date for the Austin Area Toyota Dealers Golf Tournament benefiting Austin Smiles. Sign In

23. Cleft Lip And Plate Information cleft lip and palate Cleft lip and cleft palate are conditions which occur when tissues that usually form the lip or the roof of the mouth fail http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

24. Oregon Health Sciences University Department Of Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Sur Includes information on pediatric otolaryngology, cleft lip and palate, airway and breathing problems, pediatric ear infections, pediatric sleep problems, and pediatric neck mass. (Portland, Oregon) http://www.ohsu.edu/som-Otolaryn/ham.html

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25. Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate Reconstructive Surgery - Childrens A craniofacial team for cleft lip, cleft palate deformities is essential to provide the best care. Before and after pictures. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

26. Cleft Lip And Palate Oralfacial clefts are birth defects in which the tissues of the mouth or lipdon t form properly during fetal development. In the United States, http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/ears/cleft_lip_palate.html

KidsHealth Parents Medical Problems Oral-facial clefts are birth defects in which the tissues of the mouth or lip don't form properly during fetal development. In the United States, clefts occur in 1 in 700 to 1,000 births, making it the fourth most common major birth defect. Clefts occur more often in children of Asian, Latino, or Native American descent. The good news is that both cleft lip and cleft palate are treatable birth defects. Most children born with either or both of these conditions can have reconstructive surgery while they're still infants to correct the defect and significantly improve facial appearance. An immediate problem after birth, however, is feeding , but special nipples and even prostheses are available to ensure that children with oral clefting receive adequate nutrition until surgical treatment is provided. For many parents, what's most difficult is handling the fact that their child is different. Many parents feel unreasonable guilt that somehow they caused the problem, as well as worry that their child will be teased because of his appearance or because he has trouble speaking. If your child has oral clefting, it's important that you inform yourself about the defect and seek support from both the medical community and other parents who have been through this experience. Support can help you focus on your child's potential, rather than on the cleft. The fact is, cleft treatments available today are excellent. And for those with more pronounced physical differences, plastic surgery can significantly improve specific problems that may be a concern for you and your child.

27. The University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston - Genetics Details of two projects, one studying clubfoot, and the other cleft lip and palate. Includes information on how to join the studies. http://ped1.med.uth.tmc.edu/genetics/research/index.htm

Department of Pediatrics - Division of Medical Genetics Home Clubfoot Cleft Lip and Palate Contact Us Please Choose the site you wish to enter. Clubfoot Cleft Lip and Palate Send mail to Jorge.Sanchez@uth.tmc.edu with questions or comments about this web site. Revised:

28. Cleft Palate Practice, Pre-Surgery On a computer screen hovers a threedimensional image, the face of a boy with a cleft lip and palate. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

29. Home, Welcome To Child Care International Provides free plastic surgery to children born with cleft lip and palate. http://www.childcareinternational.co.uk/

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30. What Is Cleft Lip And Cleft Palate? (from CLAPA Ireland) cleft lip and palate, what it is, and what can be done to correct it. http://www.cleft.ie/whatis.htm

You are here: Home Page What is Cleft Lip and Palate? What is cleft lip and palate? A cleft lip (CL) is a separation in the upper lip. A cleft palate (CP) is an opening in the roof of the mouth. Clefts result from incomplete development of the lip and/or palate in the early weeks of pregnancy . During this time the face is being formed - the top and the two sides develop at the same time and grow towards each other, finally fusing in the middle. The lip and primary palate develop at 4 to 6 weeks of gestation, while the secondary palate develops at approximately nine weeks. Clefts affect approximately 1 in every 700 babies in Ireland. [ SEE Incidence of clefts In the instance of a cleft forming, the final closing does not fuse properly and an opening remains. The cause or causes for this failure to close are as yet not clearly understood, although research has been and continues to be undertaken. Genetics and environmental factors are both considered instrumental in causing clefts. A submucous cleft palate is where, although the surface layers of the soft palate (mucous membrane) are complete, the underlying muscle is incomplete. A submucous cleft of the hard palate is where the bony element is incomplete. In its most minor form only the uvula is cleft, but even this leads to an abnormality in the muscles in the palate and, if the speech is affected, a repair will be required. Normal speech production is the primary goal of any surgical repair of a submucous cleft. A submucous cleft palate can prove difficult to identify, the palate appearing normal in some children. Special tests may be necessary to properly identify it. For more on submucous cleft palate, see the

31. About Us: News Desk 2004: Gene Linked To Cleft Lip And Palate Identified Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects in the Cleft lip (with and without cleft palate) occurs in about 1 in every 1000 http://www.marchofdimes.com/aboutus/10651_13185.asp

View All Chapters Find Your Local Chapter September 8, 2005 Our Mission History of Success News Desk National Ambassadors ... [View All Articles] News Desk Gene Linked to Cleft Lip and Palate Identified Study Published Today in The New England Journal of Medicine WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - AUGUST 19, 2004 An international team of researchers has identified a gene variant that is a major contributor to oral clefts and triples the risk of recurrence in affected families, it was reported today in The New England Journal of Medicine "Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common birth defects in the United States," says Nancy S. Green, M.D., medical director of the March of Dimes, which helped fund the study. "This new finding brings us closer to understanding the multiple genetic factors underlying these very serious birth defects, with probable environmental effects." The discovery also has important implications for genetic counseling for families who have had one or more children with an isolated cleft lip and/or cleft palate (not associated with any syndrome or other malformation), Dr. Green says. "A special strength of this study is that its findings come from a variety of ethnic groups, including Europeans, South Americans, and Asians," Dr. Green says. "This gives us confidence that the linkage of this gene variant to oral clefts is true across different populations in the U.S. and worldwide."

32. The Cleft Lip & Palate Web Site - CLAPA - Registered Charity This web site attempts to answer some of the most commonlyasked questions aboutcleft lip and palates. http://www.clapa.mcmail.com/

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33. Home Page A specialist of orthodontics, member of the Michigan Society of Orthodontists, and The Michigan cleft lip and palate Conference. http://www.drcbrieden.com/

Dr. Brieden is a certified and licensed specialist in the field of orthodontics, a member of the Michigan Society of Orthodontists, and The Michigan Cleft Lip and Palate Conference. He has conducted and published research in the area of facial growth and development. and has been in private practice since 1979. A consultation with a specialist is recommended by age seven. This early examination will ensure maximum dental health for your child. Crowded or protruded teeth that do not fit together properly are difficult to clean, making them very prone to decay and periodontal problems (gum disease). Everyone wants a beautiful smile. That is one of the best reasons to have orthodontic treatment. An attractive smile enhances self-esteem, which can actually improve the quality of life itself. Do you wish you had a more attractive smile? Then why not make a change for the better? Teeth can be straightened at any age. Many adults are now seeking orthodontic treatment for problems that weren't corrected when they were younger.

34. Dallas Craniofacial - Home Page Intro Provides treatment for all craniofacial birth defects ranging from cleft lip and palate to the most complex anomalies. http://www.dallascraniofacial.com/

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35. CLAPA Great Ormond Street Hospital This site provides information on the committee members, fundraising events and achievements of the Great Ormond Street Branch of the CLAPA. http://www.clapagos.org.uk

Clapa Gos Cleft Lip and Palate Association CLAPA This website provides information on the Great Ormond Street Branch of the Cleft Lip And Palate Association (CLAPA). Details of the committee, fundraising events, achievements, brochures and how to contact us are all given. The opportunity to join our mailing list is also given. [ Website design / maintenance provided by Ice Cool Code

36. From The Grand Rounds Archive At Baylor The genetics of cleft lip and palate are not classical Mendelian, but siblings of In conclusion, cleft lip and palate disorders are complex disorders http://www.bcm.edu/oto/grand/6191.html

Grand Rounds Archives The information contained within the Grand Rounds Archive is intended for use by doctors and other health care professionals. These documents were prepared by resident physicians for presentation and discussion at a conference held at The Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. No guarantees are made with respect to accuracy or timeliness of this material. This material should not be used as a basis for treatment decisions, and is not a substitute for professional consultation and/or peer-reviewed medical literature. INTRODUCTION TO CLEFT LIP AND PALATE June 1, 1991 Michael G. Stewart, M.D. History Hippocrates (400 BC) and Galen (150 AD) mention cleft lip, but not cleft palate in their writings. For centuries, perforations of the palate were considered to be secondary to syphilis, and cleft palate was not recognized as a congenital disorder until 1556, by Fanco. The first successful closure of a soft palate defect was reported in 1764 by LeMonnier, a French dentist. The first closure of the hard palate was performed in 1834 by Dieffenbach. In the 1930's, Kilner and Wardill independently developed the "pushback" procedure. Embryology The lip and primary palate begin to develop at four to five weeks gestational age. The two medial nasal swellings and the maxillary swellings fuse to form the upper lip. The nasal swellings merge at deeper levels also and form the intermaxillary segment, which becomes the triangular primary palate, so embryologically, clefts of the lip are almost invariably associated with clefts of the primary palate.

37. Common Congenital Disorders-Cleft Lip From the Pediatric Plastic Surgery Craniofacial Associates site, this provides basic cleft lip and palate information, along with before and after pictures. http://www.ppsca.com/cleft.htm

new!!! Jeremiah's Story Home Cleft Lip and Palate Common Congenital Disorders The cleft lip deformity is the most common congenital deformity seen in the United States. The overall occurrence is one in seven hundred live births. Some ethnic groups (eskimos, asians) have a higher number of babies with cleft lip. Sometimes the cleft lip is associated with a cleft in the roof of the mouth (cleft palate). The cleft lip maybe unilateral (one side) or bilateral (on either side of the nose). The cleft lip maybe complete (no bridging tissue across the cleft) of incomplete. The deformity seen in your baby with a cleft lip includes the lip, muscles around the lip, and the nose. All these deformities should be addressed at the initial surgery. The alveolus (the bone where the teeth come out) may also have a cleft, which may be address early if the deformity is not too severe, often the alveolus cleft is corrected at seven or eight years old. The repair of the lip is usually completed around three months of age. In preparation

38. The University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston - Genetics - Cleft Lip This page is designed to provide information on the research study conducted by Dr. Jacqueline T. Hecht and her associates, and to provide a way for families who are affected by cleft lip and palate to participate in the study. http://ped1.med.uth.tmc.edu/genetics/research/index_CLP.htm

Department of Pediatrics - Division of Medical Genetics Welcome to The Cleft Lip and Palate Page Home Cleft Lip and Palate Frequently Asked Questions Contact Us This page is designed to provide information on the research study conducted by Dr. Jacqueline T. Hecht and her associates, and to provide a way for families who are affected by cleft lip and palate to participate in the study. Cleft lip and palate is a serious problem affecting the face that is found in 1 out of 1,000 babies. Multiple surgeries are needed to close the clefts affecting the face and palate. The causes of cleft lip and palate are slowly being identified but a great deal of research needs to be done. We are trying to identify the the genetic (hereditary) causes and what factors in the environment (Smoking, medications, alcohol) play a role. Families in which there are multiple relatives with cleft lip and palate are of particular interest but we are also interested in families where isolated cleft lip and palate has occurred. By identifying the causes we may be able to modify the environment and develop new treatments. Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page for information on how to participate.

39. Cleft Lip And Palate Tutorial Multimedia Tutorial about cleft lip and palate written for parents and children. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/pediatrics/patients/Tutorials/clef

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Site Index Site Search Search this site: Adolescent Medicine Allergy/Asthma/Immunology Blood Disorders Burns Cancer Common Injuries/Poison Tips Craniofacial Anomalies Dermatology Diabetes/Endo/Metabolism Eye Care Genitourinary/Kidney High-Risk Newborn High-Risk Pregnancy Infectious Diseases Medical Genetics Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Normal Newborns Oral Health Orthopaedics Pediatric Surgery Respiratory Disorders Terminal Illness in Children Transplantation A cleft lip and palate occur when a baby is born with an opening in the roof of their mouth (palate) and the upper lip does not fully form. These conditions can occur separately so that some children are born with a cleft lip but a normal palate, and some have a cleft palate but normal upper lip. A completely formed lip is important not only for a normal facial appearance but also for sucking and to form certain sounds made during speech. The palate is the roof of your mouth. You can feel your own palate by running your tongue over the top of your mouth. If you open your mouth and look into a mirror you will see that the palate extends from your teeth all the way back to the little dangling extension, called the

40. AllRefer Health - Cleft Lip And Palate Repair - Surgery & Procedures cleft lip and palate Repair information center covers description, indications,risks, convalescence, recovery, and expectations after surgery. http://health.allrefer.com/health/cleft-lip-and-palate-repair-info.html

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