Question
Dear doctor, if a cleft lip causes speech to be unclear, how should it be handled?
Answer
For patients who have reached middle age and have had a cleft lip since childhood, if they wish to improve speech clarity, they can go to the hospital’s otolaryngology department for detailed examination and assessment. Depending on the individual situation, surgery may be required to restore normal function. It is recommended to visit the oral surgery department and follow the doctor’s professional advice. The doctor will choose the appropriate surgical method for treatment to improve speech function.