Question
What are the treatment methods for children with cleft lip?
Answer
For infants with a cleft lip alone, it is generally recommended to undergo lip repair surgery between the ages of 3 to 4 months for the best outcomes. For children with both cleft lip and palate, corrective surgery is necessary to help with breastfeeding and proper speech development later on. The timing of the surgery should be tailored based on the specific shape and severity of the cleft.