Restore the Function of Your Child’s Mouth
At Scott Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer cleft lip and cleft palate treatment to patients in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and the surrounding areas.
This field of orthodontics is highly specialized and requires the involvement of an oral surgeon in addition to our team. Dr. Scott, Dr. Jon, and Dr. Patel use their extensive experience in craniofacial orthodontics to help treat the congenital birth defects known as cleft lip or cleft palate.
Understanding
Cleft Lip & Palate
A cleft lip and palate happens when the structures forming your upper lip and mouth don't merge as expected during fetal development. This separation, typically occurring early in pregnancy, often has unidentified causes.
Approach to Treatment
Addressing a cleft lip and palate primarily involves surgical intervention. Dr. Scott, Dr. Jon, Dr. Patel, and our dedicated team of specialists will meticulously coordinate with the oral surgeon to create a customized treatment plan.
We might also employ an orthopedic device to properly position the palate segments, facilitating easier surgical correction of both lip and palate.
Treatment complexity varies, potentially necessitating multiple surgeries. The initial surgery is typically scheduled when a child is between three and six months old.
Our Commitment
Scott Orthodontics supports children affected by cleft palate from infancy to adulthood. Our commitment extends beyond treatment. We aim to build lasting relationships with our patients and their families.
Approach to Treatment
Addressing a cleft lip and palate primarily involves surgical intervention. Dr. Scott, Dr. Jon, Dr. Patel, and our dedicated team of specialists will meticulously coordinate with the oral surgeon to create a customized treatment plan.
We might also employ an orthopedic device to properly position the palate segments, facilitating easier surgical correction of both lip and palate.
Treatment complexity varies, potentially necessitating multiple surgeries. The initial surgery is typically scheduled when a child is between three and six months old.
Our Commitment
Scott Orthodontics supports children affected by cleft palate from infancy to adulthood. Our commitment extends beyond treatment. We aim to build lasting relationships with our patients and their families.