Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
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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?
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Dr. Maria Stamou
Endocrinology
Distinguished in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Dr. Maria Stamou
Endocrinology

Massachusetts General Hospital

27700 NW Freeway Ste 200, 
Cypress, TX 
617-726-2000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Maria Stamou is an Endocrinologist in Cypress, Texas. Dr. Stamou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. Her top areas of expertise are Kallmann Syndrome, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, and Midline Cleft of Lower Lip.

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Dr. Nelly Pitteloud
Endocrinology
Distinguished in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Dr. Nelly Pitteloud
Endocrinology

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit St Fl 3 Ste F, 
Boston, MA 
857-238-3838
Languages Spoken:
English

Nelly Pitteloud is an Endocrinologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Pitteloud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. Her top areas of expertise are Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, Kallmann Syndrome, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Gastric Bypass.

 
 
 
 
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C A. De Mitchell
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Dr. C A. De Mitchell
General Surgery
Advanced in Midline Cleft of Lower Lip
Dr. C A. De Mitchell
General Surgery

Children's - Pediatric Craniofacial & Cleft Palate Clinic

333 N. Santa Rosa St., Floor 3, 
San Antonio, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English
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C De Mitchell is a General Surgeon in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. De Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. Her top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Baller-Gerold Syndrome, and Lambdoid Synostosis.

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