Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago

The Loop, Chicago, United States
Total review: 26
Est. 2008

Cleft Lip or Palate Repair

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago

The Loop, Chicago, United States
Total review: 26

Established

2008

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Cleft Lip or Palate Repair at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago

What procedures are available at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago?

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago, can be found in The Loop, Chicago, United States and offers its patients Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures as well as 57 other procedures, across 10 different procedure categories
. At present, there is no pricing information for Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago. The pricing information is quite specialised, so it's only available on request.

How many medical staff are there at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago and what accreditations do they have?

Many medical professionals work at the Hospital, with 6 in total, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago is not accredited by any recognised accreditations institutions.

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What you need to know about Cleft Lip or Palate Repair in Chicago

A cleft is a split or gap in the upper lip, the roof of the mouth (palate), or both. A cleft lip may just occur on one side of the lip or both sides. It is one of the most common birth defects that affect children worldwide. It occurs when facial structures that are developing in an unborn baby do not close completely or join together correctly.

Cleft lip repair and cleft palate repair are the surgical procedures that can be used to correct this abnormal development. The procedures are intended to close the cleft defect, creating a more normal appearance, as well as to improve the child’s ability to speak, eat, breathe, and hear.

What's the Recovery Time for Cleft Lip or Palate Repair Procedures in Chicago?

The time it takes to recover from Cleft Lip or Palate Repair procedures in Chicago can vary from person to person, largely due to individual patient attributes and the nature of the operation conducted. Typically, recovery from a cleft lip repair tends to span around 1 to 2 weeks, whereas healing from a cleft palate repair—a more complex operation—usually extends between 2 to 3 weeks. Besides, while recovering physically from the surgery is an important part of the process, the emotional and psychological adaptation may take differing durations for each individual.

In the initial days after the operation, patients may encounter some pain and uneasiness. However, prescribed painkillers, under appropriate medical guidance, can usually control this. Regular follow-up assessments help monitor the healing process to verify it's proceeding as planned. It is essential for patients and their caregivers to adhere to all healthcare professional instructions, like maintaining proper oral cleanliness, adhering to any suggested dietary limitations, and steering clear of demanding activities throughout the recovery period.

What's the Success Rate of Cleft Lip or Palate Repair Procedures in Chicago?

When performed by skilled surgeons in reputable hospitals, Cleft Lip or Palate Repair treatments in Chicago have a 90-100% success rate. This success rate depends on two factors:

  • Successful physical repair and aesthetic enhancement of the cleft
  • Better functionality, particularly speech and swallowing for cleft palate repairs.

The success rate has increased dramatically due to surgical technique advances, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Even though cleft lip and palate repair techniques have high success rates,'success' goes beyond surgery. It includes post-operative recuperation, speech function, respiratory comfort, and dental and facial aesthetics. Speech therapists, orthodontists, psychiatrists, and the surgical team work together to make these operations successful. Pre-procedure communication with your surgical team on expected outcomes and potential issues helps guarantee clarity and realistic expectations, contributing to'success'.

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Doctors at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of Chicago

  • Dr. Sunil Sinha

    Dr. Sunil Sinha

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • Dr. Shuaib Malik

    Dr. Shuaib Malik

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • Dr. Prem Patel

    Dr. Prem Patel

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • Dr. Harshiv J. Vyas

    Dr. Harshiv J. Vyas

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • Dr. Jasjot Sahni

    Dr. Jasjot Sahni

    • Dentistry

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  • Dr. Daniel Yacoob

    Dr. Daniel Yacoob

    • Maxillofacial Surgery

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