The Luskin Orthopedic Institute for Children (LuskinOIC) Craniofacial and Cleft Palate program employs a top-tier multidisciplinary team, recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. Working closely with your child's pediatrician, our goal is to develop a treatment plan using the latest information and state-of-the-art technology for optimal outcomes over the required twenty-year period.
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A cleft lip occurs when the parts of the upper lip do not grow together during development of the baby before it is born. The result is a separation in the upper lip or an opening in the roof of the mouth.
At this time, the cause of cleft lip and palate cannot usually be identified. Clefts occur very early in pregnancy and may be the result of a combination of the baby’s genetic information and the environment in which the baby is developing. Cleft lip may be seen on an ultrasound as early as the 16th week of pregnancy, but also may not be diagnosed until after the baby is born.
Children who are born with only a small separation of the back part of the palate may not be diagnosed immediately at birth. Instead, the cleft may only be identified if the child experiences difficulties with feeding, chronic ear infections, or abnormal speech.
A cleft lip occurs when the parts of the upper lip do not grow together during development of the baby before it is born. The result is a separation in the upper lip or an opening in the roof of the mouth.
At this time, the cause of cleft lip and palate cannot usually be identified. Clefts occur very early in pregnancy and may be the result of a combination of the baby’s genetic information and the environment in which the baby is developing. Cleft lip may be seen on an ultrasound as early as the 16th week of pregnancy, but also may not be diagnosed until after the baby is born.
Children who are born with only a small separation of the back part of the palate may not be diagnosed immediately at birth. Instead, the cleft may only be identified if the child experiences difficulties with feeding, chronic ear infections, or abnormal speech.
Cleft lip and palate are the most common birth defects, occurring in 1 out of every 700 children born alive in the United States, but these problems are completely correctable with surgical repairs.
If untreated, the child will have obvious facial deformities, severe speech and language impairments, chronic dental disease, hearing loss because of ear disease, malnutrition and low self-esteem. Fortunately, with long-term treatment, children can experience no lasting problems.
At LuskinOIC’s Orthopaedic Hemophilia Treatment Center (OHTC), we set the standard in treating hemophilia joint and limb issues. In 1970, OHTC was designated by the World Federation of Hemophilia as one of the first four International Hemophilia Training Centers.
We’ve consistently been pioneers for our patients: we were the first comprehensive care center on the West Coast, we performed the first successful hip replacement surgery in a patient with hemophilia, and through clinical trials we have been providing the newest treatments available.
In addition to treatment, we conduct groundbreaking research, provide innovative and personalized physical therapy, and offer genetic counseling for patients and their families.
At LuskinOIC, we offer world-class treatment recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association. Our multidisciplinary team of expert providers create a personalized treatment plan for your child.
The Craniofacial/Cleft Palate Program at LuskinOIC is also unique in offering treatment to Adult patients with Cleft Lip and Palate.
The Craniofacial and Cleft Palate program at LuskinOIC utilizes a coordinated team of multidisciplinary providers, the Gold Standard within this field of medicine. Recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, our team works closely with the child’s pediatrician and family to provide the required level of care. Using the latest information and state-of-the-art technology, our goal is to develop a treatment plan that provides optimal outcomes over the twenty-year period treatment.
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The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
The Orthopaedic Research Center (ORC), located on the UCLA Westwood campus, was constructed in 2007. The five-story, 95,000-square-foot facility is another result of the cooperative effort with UCLA.
Kimberly Navarro Recognized Alongside 100 Volunteers for Reaching a “Milestone” Amount of Hours
