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Craniofacial & Cleft Surgery
Craniofacial and cleft surgery is a highly specialised branch of surgery focused on the comprehensive correction of both congenital (birth-related) and acquired deformities affecting the skull, face, and jaws. This field addresses a wide range of complex conditions, including cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, facial asymmetries, and trauma-related facial deformities.
Purposes:
- It restores normal facial function and structure.
- It enhances psychological confidence and quality of life.
- It improves symmetry, aesthetics, and overall facial balance.
- It supports speech, breathing, and feeding in children with cleft conditions.