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Cleft lip repair - series—Aftercare

Aftercare

Overview

Most babies heal without complications. The cosmetic result often depends on the severity of the deformity and is usually quite good.

Review Date 2/5/2023

Updated by: Jennifer K. Mannheim, ARNP, Medical Staff, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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