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Cleft Palate Surgery in Babies
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Babies born with a cleft palate or cleft lip will undergo surgery before the age of one, which is a major surgery requiring anesthesia. One effective technique called NAM involves covering the cleft with gum tissue and molding the baby's features before surgery.
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The use of NAM (nasoalveolar molding) ahead of time for infants with cleft palates can reduce the amount of surgery they need later on.
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Cleft Palate Surgery
Summary
The use of NAM (nasoalveolar molding) ahead of time for infants with cleft palates can reduce the amount of surgery they need later on. This method molds the baby's features ahead of time and makes it easier for the surgeon.