Pediatric Cleft and Craniofacial Center

About the Center

Each child’s comprehensive care team includes a plastic surgeon, oral-maxillofacial surgeon, orthodontist, otolaryngologist, speech therapist, dietitian, pediatrician, geneticist, and other associated specialists. All care is provided in a family-centered environment regardless of the families' ability to pay.

We understand the stress and uncertainty that come with having a child with a cleft lip, cleft palate or other craniofacial disorder. Our goal is to ensure easy access to the care your child needs. After the age of 18, your child’s care team will determine the appropriate time to transition care to a Mass General Brigham specialist for continued follow up through adulthood.

Conditions treated

• Cleft lip
• Cleft palate

Collaborative approach to care

At the Cleft and Craniofacial Center, we have a comprehensive team of experts who treat children with craniofacial conditions. After checking in, you will be escorted to your exam room. All of the specialists your child needs to see that day will come to you, including the oral surgeon, plastic surgeon, nurses, orthodontist, speech pathologist, and dietitian. This multidisciplinary model of care allows for all of your child’s care providers to be informed and aligned on the treatment plan throughout all stages of care.

Nurse care managers and social workers are available during and in between appointments to assist patients and their families with the psychosocial issues associated with craniofacial conditions and to ensure the best outcomes for the patient and family.

Part of Mass General Brigham for Children