Cleft Care Teams

Cleft Care Teams are groups of healthcare professionals who work together to support individuals with cleft lip and/or palate. These teams often include surgeons, dentists, speech therapists, orthodontists, and social workers, all collaborating to address the medical, dental, speech, and emotional needs associated with clefts. The goal is to provide comprehensive, coordinated care from infancy through adulthood, helping to improve appearance, speech, eating, and quality of life. By working as a team, they ensure personalized treatment plans that support long-term health and well-being for people with clefts.