Parents and Families
Find clear, practical advice to help you care for your child from the very start. Learn about feeding, surgery, speech therapy, and the full care journey.
Children & Young People
Learn what happens at appointments, explore treatment options, and hear from other young people with similar experiences.
Healthcare Professionals
Explore resources and best practice for supporting patients with cleft lip and palate, and learn more about our multidisciplinary approach to care.
Who we are
Dedicated Network supporting those born with a cleft lip and/or palate
Our role is to provide consistent, high-quality, and compassionate care, from diagnosis before birth through to adulthood.
What we do
Specialist Teams Supporting Your Care
From surgery to speech therapy, dental care to emotional support, our specialist teams work together to provide personalised, high-quality care that meets your needs.
Therapists, Specialists & Psychologists
Support for speech, communication, emotional wellbeing and confidence throughout the cleft journey.
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Speech & language therapy at key stages
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Guidance on social and emotional challenges
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Tailored therapy plans
Cleft Surgeons
Expert surgical care to repair and refine cleft lips and palates, improving function and appearance, with personalised planning, precise techniques, and dedicated follow-up for the best possible long-term results.
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Lip and palate repair procedures
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Pre- and post-surgery support
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Long-term surgical planning
Dentists & Orthodontists
Comprehensive care for dental health, tooth alignment, and jaw development as children grow, including preventive advice, corrective treatments, and close collaboration with the wider cleft team to ensure healthy, functional, and confident smiles.
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Oral hygiene and caries prevention
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Braces and alignment treatment plans
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Pre- and post-surgery dental support
Audiologists
Comprehensive monitoring and treatment for hearing issues related to cleft conditions, including regular assessments, early intervention, and coordination with ENT specialists to support clear hearing, speech development, and overall quality of life.
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Hearing tests and assessments
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Coordination with ENT for grommets or other treatments
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Ongoing ear health monitoring
Clinical Geneticists
Specialist advice and assessment for families where cleft may be linked to genetic factors, offering consultations, testing, risk evaluation, and guidance to support informed decisions and personalised care planning for future health needs.
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Genetic consultations and testing
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Risk assessment for future pregnancies
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Liaison with the wider cleft team for tailored care
Ward Staff
Dedicated nursing and family support during hospital stays for surgery or recovery, offering expert clinical care, emotional reassurance, practical guidance, and a child-friendly environment to ensure comfort, safety, and positive outcomes for every patient.
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Child-friendly wards with play specialists
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Dedicated cleft care experience
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Practical and emotional support for families
Our Support Process
The Care Journey
Every cleft journey is unique. From diagnosis before birth to adulthood, our service provides continuous, joined-up care so that the individual receives the right support at the right time.
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Diagnosis
If a cleft is found at the 20-week scan, the family meets a nurse who explains, supports, prepares for feeding, and connects them.
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Feeding
Our cleft nurses help families choose feeding methods, provide specialist bottles, offer one-to-one support, and answer questions to help baby thrive.
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Surgery
Most babies have lip repair at 3–6 months and palate repair at 9–13 months, with ongoing monitoring to support healthy development.
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Growing Up
As the child grows, our team regularly reviews progress at key ages, provides therapy, dental, and hearing support, and helps prepare for the transition to adult services.
Testimonials
Trusted by our community
Real stories from patients who received attentive, compassionate care and experienced positive outcomes at our medical clinic.
The doctors took time to listen and explain everything clearly. I finally feel confident about my family’s healthcare.
Frederic Hill
Family patient
I needed urgent help late at night and received immediate, kind, and professional treatment. I’m very grateful.
Julie Kyle
Emergency visit
Booking was easy, the clinic was clean, and the staff were very welcoming. I highly recommend this place.
Paige Lowery
New patient
I’ve been coming here for years. The staff is always respectful, and I feel truly cared for during every visit.
Brendan Buck
Long-term patient
I didn’t have an appointment, but they saw me quickly and explained everything clearly. It was a great experience from start to finish.
Stefan Ball
Walk-In visit
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News & Insights
Latest information and updates
Access news, resources, and updates to stay informed and confident in making decisions about cleft lip and palate care.
Cleft Surgery: Timelines and What They Mean
Surgery is an important part of treating a cleft lip and/or…
Understanding Different Types of Cleft Conditions
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Practical Guidance and Support for Feeding Your Baby
Feeding a newborn is one of the most important parts of…
Our difference
Reliable, accessible, and patient-centered services
At our medical clinic, we prioritize patient-centered care, modern equipment, and a welcoming environment to ensure every visit is comfortable, and focused on your long-term well-being.
Easy appointments
Book online, by phone, or in person with flexible scheduling.
Patient first approach
Every treatment plan is designed with your needs in mind.
Multiple locations
Accessible clinics in your neighborhood for added convenience.
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