This is a non-ticketed session.

Surgeons caring for children with cleft deformities must proceed with a clear understanding of 3D regional anatomy, the extent of the hard and soft tissue defects, and the complex interplay between surgery and growth. This clinic reviews of the treatment rationale, diagnostic approach, and operative techniques involved in oro-facial clefts.

1. Analyze the available outcome data as it relates to cleft care and improve their ability to be in treating patients with clefts;
2. Incorporate the concepts of growth, function, and esthetics into the practice of caring for patients with clefts to improve patient outcomes; and
3. Utilize the available data to help stage cleft care based on outcomes.