{"id":8526,"date":"2020-05-06T13:37:39","date_gmt":"2020-05-06T13:37:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/contact-us\/878-revision-v1\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/"},"modified":"2026-02-02T12:55:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T12:55:22","slug":"cleft-craniofacial-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Cleft Lip Surgery &#8211; Craniofacial"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Key_points\" >Key points:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#What_is_a_Cleft_Lip\" >What is a Cleft Lip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Causes_of_Cleft_Lip\" >Causes of Cleft Lip:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Cleft_Lip_Surgery_in_Dubai\" >Cleft Lip Surgery in Dubai:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Surgical_Treatments_for_Cleft_Repair\" >Surgical Treatments for Cleft Repair:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Primary_Cleft_Lip_Repair\" >Primary Cleft Lip Repair:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Secondary_Surgery\" >Secondary Surgery:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Cleft_Plate_Repair\" >Cleft Plate Repair:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Alveolar_Bone_Grafting\" >Alveolar Bone Grafting:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Cost_of_Cleft_Lip_Surgery\" >Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Procedure_of_Cleft_Lip_Treatment\" >Procedure of Cleft Lip Treatment:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Consultation\" >Consultation:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Assessment_Before_Surgery\" >Assessment Before Surgery:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Anesthesia\" >Anesthesia:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Repair_the_Lip\" >Repair the Lip:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Follow_Ups\" >Follow Ups:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Post-Care_Tips\" >Post-Care Tips:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Benefits_of_Cleft_Lip_Treatment\" >Benefits of Cleft Lip Treatment:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Recovery_Period_after_Cleft_Lip_Procedure\" >Recovery Period after Cleft Lip Procedure:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Results\" >Results:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Before_After\" >Before &amp; After:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Why_Choose_Us\" >Why Choose Us?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Book_Us_Today\" >Book Us Today!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#FAQs\" >FAQ&#8217;s:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Is_it_possible_to_identify_a_cleft_lip_before_birth\" >Is it possible to identify a cleft lip before birth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Is_cleft_lip_repair_covered_by_insurance\" >Is cleft lip repair covered by insurance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Does_anesthetic_cleft_lip_surgery_include_anesthesia\" >Does anesthetic cleft lip surgery include anesthesia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#What_causes_a_Cleft_lip\" >What causes a Cleft lip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Will_several_surgeries_be_needed_for_my_child\" >Will several surgeries be needed for my child?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#What_is_the_aftercare_of_the_surgery\" >What is the aftercare of the surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Is_cleft_lip_surgery_safe\" >Is cleft lip surgery safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#Will_my_childs_lip_return_to_normal_after_cleft_lip_surgery\" >Will my child's lip return to normal after cleft lip surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/cleft-craniofacial-surgery\/#What_is_the_typical_age_for_cleft_lip_surgery\" >What is the typical age for cleft lip surgery?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_points\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key points: <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starts from <strong>9,999 AED<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Doctors: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> skilled craniofacial surgeons<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Ideal age:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Three to six months <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Safety:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Treatment is safe and efficient when under general anesthesia<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Benefit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enhances speech, eating, and lip formation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Aftercare<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Proper healing is ensured by follow-up treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Results:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long-lasting and confidence-boosting outcomes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand how hard it is to hear that your kid requires <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cosmetic-surgery\/\"><strong>Plastic Surgery<\/strong><\/a> for a cleft lip.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At <\/span><b>Dynamic clinic, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we can help you feel better about your anxieties by giving you warm, kind, and skilled care<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Our team is made up of professional craniofacial surgeons and other kind people who will treat your child like one of their own. Explore our <\/span><b>Cleft Lip Surgery in Dubai<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and let us help your child smile more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Cleft_Lip\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Cleft Lip?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cleft lip is a developmental disorder in which a newborn is born with a split or opening in their top lip. It happens when the facial tissues do not completely merge during early pregnancy. This gap can vary from a little slit to a larger opening that extends toward the nose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Causes_of_Cleft_Lip\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Causes of Cleft Lip:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The three main factors that cause the cleft lip are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherited <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetic syndromes <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cleft_Lip_Surgery_in_Dubai\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleft Lip Surgery in Dubai:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleft lip surgery, also known as craniofacial, is a specialized procedure for repairing a congenital cleft in the upper lip. It is performed by trained surgeons to help restore function and aesthetics and is most often performed between 3 &#8211; 6 months of age, after the child is otherwise stable. The recovery period generally includes a short hospital stay as well as some follow-up appointments, but it is fairly straightforward. Cleft lip surgery can help a child to eat, speak, and interact with others.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Surgical_Treatments_for_Cleft_Repair\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgical Treatments for Cleft Repair:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the kind and extent of the cleft, a few surgical methods can be done to repair a cleft lip:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Primary_Cleft_Lip_Repair\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary Cleft Lip Repair:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as Cheiloplasty <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually carried out between the ages of three and six months.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more natural look, the surgeon reshapes the nose and lip and plugs the lip gap.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Secondary_Surgery\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondary Surgery:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as revisional surgery <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carried out if more advancements are required later in childhood or teenage years.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aids in enhancing the lip, nose, or scar&#8217;s contour.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cleft_Plate_Repair\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleft Plate Repair:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, a cleft lip and a cleft palate, or roof of the mouth, coexist and require further surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alveolar_Bone_Grafting\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alveolar Bone Grafting:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to encourage good tooth growth and jaw stability, this treatment is commonly performed between the ages of 7 and 9 if the cleft affects the gumline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Cleft_Lip_Surgery\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/cleft-palate-repair-surgery-cost-in-dubai\/\"><strong>Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery<\/strong><\/a> is ranges between <strong>9,999 AED<\/strong> to <strong>19,999 AED<\/strong> or above, depending on various dependent factors. The mentioned cost usually includes your surgeon&#8217;s fee, an anesthesiologist, and facility costs, as well as post-operative care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Procedure_of_Cleft_Lip_Treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Procedure of Cleft Lip Treatment:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To safely and efficiently perform the <strong>cleft lip treatment<\/strong>, the following is the step-by-step procedure: <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consultation\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consultation:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your child has a consultation with one of our craniofacial surgeons.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assessment_Before_Surgery\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessment Before Surgery:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical examinations and testing are conducted to make sure the child is fit for surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anesthesia\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anesthesia:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To keep your child asleep fully and painlessly, your child will be given general anesthesia. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repair_the_Lip\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repair the Lip:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The surgeon will repair the lip by bringing the tissues together and stitching them in a way that looks as natural as possible. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_Ups\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow Ups:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stitches may either dissolve on their own or be taken out later.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Post-Care_Tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-Care Tips:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain the cut clean and dry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply the recommended ointments as instructed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce lip strain, use gentle feeding methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevent your youngster from rubbing or bumping the area.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule regular follow-up appointments with your surgeon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give the drugs precisely as directed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Cleft_Lip_Treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Cleft Lip Treatment:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are the benefits of <strong>Cleft Lip Treatment<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore the natural curve of the nose and lips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhances nutrition and feeding.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes the development of proper speech.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boosts social morale and self-esteem.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes facial and dental growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve speaking, eating, and breathing abilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve face symmetry and increase self-confidence.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promote healthy emotional and social development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce noticeable scars using precision surgical methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recovery_Period_after_Cleft_Lip_Procedure\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recovery Period after Cleft Lip Procedure: <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This table shows the time duration of recovery: <\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Time <\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Recovery stage <\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Up to 1 week <\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial healing, swelling, and bruising start to reduce.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Up to 3 weeks <\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stitches dissolve or are removed; visible improvement in appearance.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Up to 5 weeks <\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most daily activities can resume; scar care begins.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>6 to 12 months <\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full healing of tissue and scar maturation.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Results\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cleft lip surgery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers kids real benefits, like a more natural-looking lip and better facial balance. It also helps with feeding and speech, boosting their confidence. As the scar heals, it blends into the skin, bringing happiness to families.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_After\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before &amp; After:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid alignnone wp-image-24392 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-in-Abu-Dhabi.jpg\" alt=\"Best cleft-craniofacial-surgery in Abu Dhabi\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" title=\"\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-Clinic-in-Dubai.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid alignnone wp-image-24393 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-Clinic-in-Dubai.jpg\" alt=\"Best cleft-craniofacial-surgery Clinic in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" title=\"\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-Clinic-in-Dubai.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid alignnone wp-image-24394 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-cleft-craniofacial-surgery-Clinic-in-Dubai.jpg\" alt=\"cleft-craniofacial-surgery Clinic in Dubai\" width=\"259\" height=\"172\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_Us\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choose Us? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dynamiclinic.com\/en-ae\/\"><b>Dynamic Clinic<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> specializes in craniofacial and cleft lip surgery and is dedicated to your child&#8217;s comfort and care. We employ cutting-edge medical procedures and a family-centered strategy to make sure parents are supported at every stage. Our cutting-edge skills and affectionate staff secure your child&#8217;s recovery and self-assurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_Us_Today\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book Us Today!<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With professional <\/span><b>cleft lip <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">care, you may start your child on the path to a self-assured smile. Make an appointment for <\/span><b>Cleft Lip Surgery in Dubai <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our helpful staff is prepared to assist you!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ&#8217;s:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-53737 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-53737.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-53737.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-53737.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-53737.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-53737.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1753886031\"><div id=\"sp-ea-53737\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_possible_to_identify_a_cleft_lip_before_birth\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537370\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537370\" aria-controls=\"collapse537370\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Is it possible to identify a cleft lip before birth?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse537370\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537370\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, it may often be spotted during a prenatal ultrasound, which normally happens around the 20th week of pregnancy.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_cleft_lip_repair_covered_by_insurance\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537371\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537371\" aria-controls=\"collapse537371\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is cleft lip repair covered by insurance?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537371\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537371\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cleft lip surgery is a medical problem; thus, most health plans will cover by insurances.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_anesthetic_cleft_lip_surgery_include_anesthesia\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537372\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537372\" aria-controls=\"collapse537372\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Does anesthetic cleft lip surgery include anesthesia?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537372\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537372\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To make sure the youngster is pain-free and unconscious during the treatment, general anesthesia is employed.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_Cleft_lip\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537373\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537373\" aria-controls=\"collapse537373\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What causes a Cleft lip?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537373\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537373\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A combination of both biological and environmental variables, such as smoking during pregnancy, poor maternal nutrition, family history, and certain medications, may be to blame.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_several_surgeries_be_needed_for_my_child\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537374\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537374\" aria-controls=\"collapse537374\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Will several surgeries be needed for my child?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537374\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537374\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, in some cases, as the child ages, more than one surgery might be needed for nasal correction, speech progress, or cosmetic improvement.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_aftercare_of_the_surgery\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537375\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537375\" aria-controls=\"collapse537375\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the aftercare of the surgery?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537375\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537375\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Post care contains cleansing of the surgical area, using recommended ointments, taking care of the fact that the newborn should not touch the area, and preparing for follow-up visits.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_cleft_lip_surgery_safe\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537376\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537376\" aria-controls=\"collapse537376\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is cleft lip surgery safe?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537376\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537376\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When performed by a trained craniofacial or pediatric plastic surgeon, this procedure is typically safe.\u00a0 Risks are reduced with pre-surgical screening and good aftercare.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_childs_lip_return_to_normal_after_cleft_lip_surgery\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537377\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537377\" aria-controls=\"collapse537377\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Will my child's lip return to normal after cleft lip surgery?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537377\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537377\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, with proper surgical repair and following treatments, children usually achieve a natural and symmetrical appearance.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_typical_age_for_cleft_lip_surgery\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-537378\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse537378\" aria-controls=\"collapse537378\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the typical age for cleft lip surgery?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse537378\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-53737\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-537378\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Depending on the baby's overall health and development, surgery is usually performed between the ages of three and six months.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key points: Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery: Starts from 9,999 AED. 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