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Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Virginia Center For Plastic Surgery serving Washington DC from Virginia
In the early weeks of development, prior to a child's birth, the two sides of the lips and mouth are forming. This is when they would normally grow together. According to statistics, however, about one in every 800 babies is born with a gap in the upper lip (cleft lip) or the roof of the mouth (cleft palate).
To repair the cleft lip, Dr. Desman makes an incision on both sides of the split up to the nose. After turning the outer portion of the cleft down and pulling the muscle and skin together, the separation is closed using stitches. As the scar heals, it will become fairly invisible.
Cleft palate surgery is a little more complicated. Dr. Desman begins by making an incision on both sides of the split in the roof of the mouth (the palate). Moving muscle and tissue together from both sides, the gap is closed.
The result from either cleft lip or cleft palate surgery is both appealing and satisfying.
To find out more about cleft lip or cleft palate surgery or to schedule your free cleft lip or cleft palate consultation from Virginia or Washington DC with Dr. Desman, please email or call him today at 703-924-3144.
Call 703-924-3144 to schedule a free in-office consultation or to set up a free telephone consultation.
Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality cosmetic surgery care in the Northern Virginia and Washington DC region. Dr. Desman is committed to serving you through advanced training, dedication to perfection and unmatched personal care.
We are confident you will not be disappointed!
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