During fetal development, two sides of the mouth and lips join together in the middle. A cleft lip and/or palate occurs when part of this development fails to occur. A cleft can mean a split in the lip and/or the roof of the mouth. Infants with a cleft palate require special bottles and devices to feed properly. Common issues from a cleft lip and palate include ear infections, hearing problems, and dental issues. The successful treatment of a cleft lip or palate requires a team of medical and dental professionals, such as an oral surgeon, a speech therapist, an ear specialist, and an orthodontist. The correction of a cleft lip and palate often requires multiple procedures as a child develops. Because of their specialized understanding of the facial structure and aesthetics and extensive surgical background, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon is often a part of most of these procedures, including pediatric patients.

Demarcus Smith, DDS
Michael G. Ferguson, DDS, MD

Oral Surgery Services
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Oral Surgery Services
4420 Conlin St, Suite 203
Metairie, LA 70006

Oral Surgery Services
250 Ochsner Blvd, Suite 104
Gretna, LA 70056

Services Provided
Dental Implants | Wisdom Teeth Removal | Tooth Replacement Options | Full-Arch Restoration | Bone Grafting | Tooth Extractions | Impacted Tooth Exposure | Oral Pathology Treatment | Platelet-Rich Plasma | Orthognathic Surgery | Pre-Prosthetic Surgery | Facial Trauma Treatment | Sleep Apnea Treatment | Distraction Osteogenesis | TMJ Disorders | Cleft Lip & Palate Treatment | Stem Cell Banking

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