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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Kitti K. Outlaw M.D. PC

3715 Dauphin St Ste 6A, 
Mobile, AL 
Languages Spoken:
English

Kitti Outlaw is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mobile, Alabama. Dr. Outlaw is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Midline Cleft of Lower Lip, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidermoid Cyst, and Breast Enlargement In Males.

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Endocrinology
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Endocrinology

Massachusetts General Hospital

27700 NW Freeway Ste 200, 
Cypress, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Maria Stamou is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Cypress, Texas. Dr. Stamou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kallmann Syndrome, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, and Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.

 
 
 
 
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Endocrinology
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Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit St Fl 3 Ste F, 
Boston, MA 
Languages Spoken:
English

Nelly Pitteloud is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Pitteloud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Midline Cleft of Lower Lip. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, Kallmann Syndrome, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Gastric Bypass.

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