Thank you to Dr. David Fisher, Director of the Cleft Program Sick Kids Toronto for taking the time to answer a few of my questions at the most recent American Cleft Palate meeting.
He also pointed me to a few Operation Smile Academy videos he helped film recently, including discussions about his markings and his surgical thought process.
I enjoyed the thoughtful exchange of ideas, and his humility and inquisitiveness even with his extensive experience.
For all the cleft surgeons out there: his videos are well done and worth viewing!
For more, visit our Cleft Lip Repair page or call us at (214) 241-1997.
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Cleft lip repair is traditionally done at about 3 months of age.
Some centers have moved this up to 2-4 weeks, once the child is doing well and gaining weight. There may be some benefits to feeding and weight gain doing this on the earlier side.
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