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Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center

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Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center

The Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center is a multi-disciplinary team of specialists for the treatment of complex congenital anomalies of the head & neck.

11/10/2025

Repairing an Asymmetrical Bilateral Cleft Lip 💙

A bilateral cleft lip affects both sides of the upper lip, but in many cases, one side is more affected than the other — this is called an asymmetrical bilateral cleft lip.

Surgery to repair this condition focuses on:
👶 Restoring symmetry to the lip and nose
✂️ Rebuilding the central lip segment (prolabium) and connecting it with the repaired muscle layers on each side
💪 Re-establishing normal muscle function for improved feeding, speech, and facial movement
💖 Creating a natural appearance that grows with the child

Each cleft lip repair is highly individualized — no two are the same. Careful planning ensures the best possible functional and aesthetic outcome while supporting the child’s growth and development.

👩‍⚕️ Our team works closely with families through every step — from surgery to long-term care — to help each child smile with confidence.

📞 Call (620) 694-4441 to schedule a consultation
📱 DM us with any questions

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11/03/2025

Primary cleft rhinoplasty (cleft nasal repair) is so critical in repairing a cleft. The nose is often very severely effected by a cleft lip, especially a complete one, and needs to be addressed in order to improve symmetry, avoid revisionary procedures in childhood, and optimize a child’s psychosocial functioning.

If your child is affected by or you have a prenatal diagnosis of a cleft lip and/or palate, we’d love to see you.
Wesley Children’s Hospital
☎️ 316-962-4062
Hutchinson Clinic
☎️ 620-694-4444
For any questions, DM us!

10/03/2025

Join our team for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat after clinic in October 18! Family members are welcomed. Costumes encouraged but optional! 🎃

10/01/2025

This baby was born with an incredibly wide bilateral cleft lip and palate with a very severe cleft nasal deformity. He is shown 4 weeks from cleft lip and nose repair. ✴️Adequately dissecting and repairing orbicularis muscle ( the muscle around the mouth) is critical to pull the central segment back into alignment. This was done without nasoalveolar molding (aka NAM) and without need for premaxillary osteotomies (breaking the bones).

If your child is affected by or you have a prenatal diagnosis of a cleft lip and/or palate, we’d love to see you.
Wesley Children’s Hospital
☎️ 316-962-4062
Hutchinson Clinic
☎️ 620-694-4444
For any questions, DM us!

09/15/2025

Our goals in every cleft lip & nose repair are
✅to restore each baby’s anatomy to as close to symmetric as possible,
✅to prevent any future teasing and feeling self-conscious for the child
✅to avoid recurrent revisionary procedures during childhood
✅ to reconstruct the lip to facilitate palate repair in the future.

If your child is affected by or you have a prenatal diagnosis of a cleft lip and/or palate, we’d love to see you.
Wesley Children’s Hospital
☎️ 316-962-4062
Hutchinson Clinic
☎️ 620-694-4444
For any questions, DM us!

09/08/2025

Care for our cuties with cleft and craniofacial conditions does not just stop at surgery. It requires long term follow up in a multidisciplinary setting to optimize growth and development. Get a glimpse of what a visit is like as our sweet Ryleigh sees all of the team!

The Kansas Cleft and Craniofacial Center, a multidisciplinary clinic certified by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, is one of only two approved clinics in all of Kansas, providing much-needed services for children affected by cleft and craniofacial conditions in our state. ACPA certification means that our team has the necessary disciplines and the requisite experience needed to care for children with cleft and craniofacial conditions.

We see and treat children from birth to 18 years of age, as well care for adults affected by cleft and craniofacial conditions. We offer the full spectrum of surgical care, including minimally invasive approaches such as endoscopic and spring-assisted cranial procedures.

08/31/2025

👂✨ Cup Ear Deformity & Early Ear Correction ✨👂
Cup ear deformity is a congenital condition where the upper part of the ear appears folded or constricted, sometimes making the ear look smaller or tight against the head.

👶 Early treatment is key!
The EarWell Infant Ear Correction System is a non-surgical, pain-free device that gently reshapes the ear cartilage during the first few weeks of life—when cartilage is still soft and moldable.
💡 Treatment is most effective when started in the first 2–3 weeks after birth.
💡 Avoids the need for future surgery in many cases.

✨ A simple, safe solution for beautifully shaped ears from the start!

08/25/2025

This little boy and his parents are true WARRIORS! He was born with campomelic skeletal dysplasia, a very rare often-fatal disease that limits most children’s lifespan to several months only.

Part of this disease includes features of Pierre Robin sequence, namely small lower jaw and blockage of breathing due to this. Not giving up, his parents opted for surgery to give him a chance at coming off the ventilator and going home. He underwent a mandibular distraction to lengthen his lower jaw, allow him to breathe without a tracheostomy and go home. He’s successfully home without any supplementary oxygen.

Since being home, he’s growing, gaining weight and, more recently, has been cleared to eat foods by mouth! He’s definitely defied expectations and amazed everyone he meets! 🌟

08/19/2025

This little boy is 8 months out from a very wide bilateral cleft lip repair. Although skin markings and approximation are critical, can’t over-emphasize the importance of a solid floor of the nose and muscle repair.

If your child is affected by a cleft lip and/or palate,
Wesley Children’s Hospital
☎️ 316-962-4062
Hutchinson Clinic
☎️ 620-694-4444
For any questions, DM us!

08/11/2025

Finding a cleft and craniofacial team you can trust is important because these conditions often require specialized, coordinated care over many years—sometimes from infancy into adulthood.

Here’s why trust is essential:

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1. Long-Term Relationship
• Cleft lip, palate, and craniofacial differences aren’t “one-and-done” problems—care often involves multiple stages (surgery, speech therapy, orthodontics, etc.).
• You’ll be seeing the same team for years, so mutual trust helps you feel confident in each decision.

2. Coordinated Expertise
• A trusted team brings together surgeons, orthodontists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, psychologists, and more.
• Good teamwork ensures treatments are timed and sequenced properly for the best outcomes.

3. Consistent, Evidence-Based Care
• Trust means you can rely on their recommendations to be grounded in the latest research and tailored to your child’s unique needs.

4. Emotional Support
• These journeys can be emotionally taxing. A team you trust will not only care for the medical side, but also help support your family’s well-being.

5. Advocacy & Guidance
• Trusted providers can guide you through school accommodations, insurance issues, and community resources, making sure your child has the support they need beyond the clinic.

08/04/2025

In a cleft lip, several key anatomical structures of the upper lip and nose are disrupted. The extent of disruption depends on whether the cleft is unilateral or bilateral, complete or incomplete. Here’s a breakdown of the main affected structures:

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🔹 1. Skin and Vermilion (Lip Red)
• The skin and red part of the lip (vermilion) are visibly separated.
• The Cupid’s bow is distorted or absent on the cleft side.
• The philtral column (vertical ridge from nose to lip) is often interrupted.

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🔹 2. Orbicularis Oris Muscle
• This is the main muscle of the lip, responsible for lip movement and function.
• In a cleft lip, the muscle fibers are misaligned or discontinuous, failing to form a complete ring around the mouth.
• This leads to poor muscle function and contributes to lip asymmetry and reduced strength.

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🔹 3. Nasal Structures
• The base of the nose on the cleft side is typically widened and flattened.
• The lower lateral nasal cartilage may be displaced or underdeveloped, affecting nostril shape.
• The columella (central tissue between nostrils) may be shortened or deviated, especially in bilateral clefts.

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🔹 4. Mucosa (Inner Lining)
• The inner lining of the lip is also cleft, exposing the oral cavity to the external environment.

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🔹 5. Alveolus and Hard Palate (if cleft extends)
• In complete cleft lip, the cleft may extend into the alveolar ridge (gum line) and hard palate.
• This disrupts the continuity of the dental arch and can affect tooth eruption and alignment.

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Wichita, KS
67206

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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https://kscleftcraniofacialcenter.com/

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The Wichita Cleft & Craniofacial Team is a multi-disciplinary team of specialists for the treatment of complex congenital anomalies of the head and neck.

We are a dedicated team of professionals who have been serving the children of Kansas for over 30 years. We see patients from birth to adulthood, and we address any and all needs from feeding in the first days of life to final orthodontia. Our team includes a pediatric plastic surgeon, oral surgeon, otolaryngologist, orthodontist, speech pathologists, dental hygienist, audiologist, social worker, and nurse coordinator.

And now, we are very proud to announce that our team is certified by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association and Cleft Palate Foundation, a nation accrediting agency.