American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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Share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community or post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons

or share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Share your journey with other people just like you on the Patient Community

or post your question to Ask a Surgeon to get an authoritative and trustworthy answer from our ASPS member surgeons. The views expressed in Ask a Surgeon and the Patient Community are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Repair

Correcting Abnormal Development

Cleft lip and cleft palate repair surgically corrects abnormal development, restoring function to the lips and mouth and producing a more normal appearance.

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Before & After Photos

How should I prepare for my child's cleft lip and cleft palate repair?

Prior to your child's surgery, your plastic surgeon will discuss with you:

Pre-surgical considerations, diagnostic testing and medications
Day-of-surgery instructions and medications
Specific information related to the use of anesthesia
Postoperative care and follow-up

Your plastic surgeon will also discuss where your child's procedure will be performed. Initial cleft lip and cleft palate repair is generally performed in a hospital setting and most commonly requires overnight admission.

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Richard Kirschner, MD

700 Children's Drive
Columbus, OH 43205

Mark Wells, MD

285 East State Street Suite 600
Columbus, OH 43215

Bivik Shah, MD

6499 E. Broad Street Suite 130
Columbus, OH 43213

Robert Heck, MD

5005 Arlington Centre Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43220

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