Best Cleft lip and Palate Surgery in Pune-Dr Pandit's Clinic
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We are one of the best known clinic for our cleft lip and palate surgery in Pune. Cleft lip and cleft palate, also known as orofacial cleft, is a group of conditions that includes cleft lip, cleft palate, and both together.
A cleft lip contains an opening in the upper lip that may extend into the nose and therefore require cleft lip treatment. The opening may be on one side (unilateral cleft), both sides (bilateral cleft), or in the middle. We offer affordable yet effective cleft lip and palate surgery in Pune.
A cleft palate occurs when the roof of the mouth (hard and soft palate) contains an opening into the nose. These disorders of cleft and palate can result in feeding problems, speech problems, hearing problems, and frequent ear infections. Less than half the time the condition is associated with other disorders. Please call us or visit our advanced facility for consultation regarding cleft lip and palate surgery in Pune.
Cleft lip and palate are the results of tissues of the face not joining properly during development. As such, they are a type of birth defect. The cause is unknown in most cases. Risk factors include smoking during pregnancy, diabetes, obesity, and older mother, and certain medications (such as some used to treat seizures). Cleft lip and cleft palate can often be diagnosed during pregnancy with an ultrasound exam.
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