Midline Cleft of Lower Lip Overview

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What is the definition of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip?
Midline cleft of the lower lip, also known as Tessier No. 30 facial cleft, is a very rare congenital (present at birth) abnormality characterized by a mild notching of the lower lip to a complete midline cleavage of the jaw (mandible), tongue, and neck. Midline cleft of the lower lip may occur alone or with other abnormalities such as congenital heart defects, hand and foot abnormalities, and cleft palate, among others.
What are the symptoms of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip?
Symptoms of midline cleft of the lower lip may include a mild notching of the lower lip to complete midline cleavage of the jaw (mandible), tongue, and neck, feeding problems, speech difficulties, hearing problems, missing teeth, and ear infections.
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What are the current treatments for Midline Cleft of Lower Lip?
Treatment for midline cleft of the lower lip depends on the severity of the condition and may include surgical correction of the deformities as soon as possible in infancy to limit feeding and speech problems. Treatment for midline cleft of the lower lip may further require secondary reconstruction surgeries as the child grows, special dental and orthodontic care, and speech therapy.
Who are the top Midline Cleft of Lower Lip Local Doctors?
Elite in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Luigi Maione
Elite in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Luigi Maione
Paris, FR 

Luigi Maione practices in Paris, France. Mr. Maione is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. His top areas of expertise are Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, Kallmann Syndrome, Midline Cleft of Lower Lip, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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Dr. Phayvanh P. Pecha
Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
Advanced in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Dr. Phayvanh P. Pecha
Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

171 Ashley Ave, 
Charleston, SC 
843-792-1414
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Phayvanh Pecha is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Pecha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. Her top areas of expertise are Pierre Robin Sequence, Micrognathia, Syngnathia Cleft Palate, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Pecha is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Jacques C. Young
Distinguished in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Jacques C. Young
Paris, FR 

Jacques Young practices in Paris, France. Mr. Young is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. His top areas of expertise are Kallmann Syndrome, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Midline Cleft of Lower Lip, Hypogonadism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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