Did you know that a condition like cleft lip and palate can have a profound impact on a child’s development?
Here are 4 ways how:
1. Feeding Difficulties:
Babies with cleft lip and palate often face challenges during breastfeeding or bottle feeding due to the gap in the lip and/or palate, making feeding less efficient and more tiring for the baby.
2. Speech Difficulties:
The opening in the palate can cause air to escape through the nose during speech, leading to a nasal or hypernasal quality to the child’s voice.
3. Dental issues and facial structures
Cleft lip and palate can cause asymmetry and distortion of the facial structures, affecting the child’s overall appearance.
It can also lead to dental challenges, including disrupted tooth eruption, oral hygiene difficulties, and bone and jaw growth concerns.
4. Hearing problems :
Children with cleft palate are at a higher risk of developing middle ear infections (otitis media) which can lead to hearing difficulties, and further affect speech and language development.
Stay tuned for our upcoming video where we unravel every corner of the cleft lip and palate journey. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or simply curious, this video is a must-watch! 💫
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