Cleft Lip Surgery in Islamabad

Why choose Dynamic Aesthetic Clinic?

Dr Husnain Khan is a highly respected specialist known for his dedication to delivering advanced, patient-centred medical care. With extensive clinical experience and a deep commitment to improving quality of life, he combines modern techniques with a compassionate approach to ensure the best outcomes for every patient.

• Performed by highly esteemed surgeon Dr Husnain Khan. 
• He completed a medical degree and post-fellowship training in Plastic Surgery with advanced training in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery
• The approach is surgical and can be performed under local or general anesthesia.

• It is a safe and secure approach for little people and is FDA-approved. 
• The therapy takes a total of 1–2 hours to complete.
• The cost of the approach is fully transparent, with an average of 59,999 PKR. 
• The impacts of the surgery are endurable and last a long time. 

Rebuilding Smiles, Restoring Confidence — Expert Care You Can Trust.

Does your newborn child have a split lip that is making it difficult to function properly? Are you concerned about the baby’s facial symmetry and proper speech development due to a Lip anomaly? Is it getting stressful to deal with frequent infections and feeding difficulties that might affect nutrition intake and growth? Worry no more about the congenital lip anomaly! We have the right solution for you! Try our advanced Cleft lip surgery in Islamabad and safely restore your child’s natural appearance.  

Cleft Lip Surgery in Islamabad– Giving Every Child the Smile They Deserve.

Cheiloschisis is a condition in babies in which the lip is not properly attached or is split from the rest of the lip. Cleft lip surgery is designed to close the gap by efficiently rejoining lip muscles and restoring the smooth skin surface. It helps provide a normal appearance and functionality of not only the lip but also the nose. 

Difficulties caused by the Cleft Lip: 

• Impacts the feeding 

• Causes speech and language issues 

• Hearing concerns 

• Dental and Jaw Problems 

• Problematic nasal airflow 

• Unsymmetrical appearance 

Types of Cleft Lip:

A cleft lip is a congenital condition that varies in severity, appearance, and functional impact. 

Unilateral Cleft Lip	Bilateral Cleft Lip
Affects one side of the upper lip Can range from a small notch to a complete separation extending to the nostrils.  May involve the nose, causing asymmetry.	Affects both sides of the Upper Lip  The central portion of the lip may appear prominent  Commonly associated with nasal deformities.

Anticipated Results After Cleft Lip Repair Surgery:

The surgical cleft lip therapy requires only a single session to completely restore the lip. The recovery period afterwards can be of 3-4 weeks with an initial 1-2 day stay at the hospital. You can see the enhancement immediately after the surgery. Full scar maturation can take months to years. The results of the therapy are enduring and can even last permanently.

Positive Outcomes of Cleft Lip Treatment:

The therapy can be helpful for the patient in so many ways, which include;

• Provides lasting results 
• Enhances the breathing pattern 
• Improves and makes better the feeding ability 
• Makes appearance better 
• Helps you attain a symmetrical facial balance 
• Enhance speech delays 

Treatment Criteria for Cleft Lip Repair

The criteria to undergo the cleft lip repair treatment involve the following conditions; 

• Performed between 3 and 6 months of age. 
• The infant must be stable and free from any active infections. 
• Undergo pediatric clearance before surgery 
• The baby should meet the minimum weight requirements 
• Have managed feeding issues 
• Fit for general anesthesia 

Who is not Suitable: 

• Babies with uncontrolled systemic disorders 
• Inadequate growth and stability 
• Experiencing severe feeding difficulties 
• Inadequate weight gain or nutritional deficiencies
• Low hemoglobin levels 
• Clothing disorders 

Is Non-surgical Cleft Lip Repair Possible? 

No cleft lip can be repaired without surgery. There are no known non-surgical treatments that can fully close or correct a cleft lip. Non-surgical options that are possible are;

• Improves alignment before surgery 
• Enhances surgical results 
• Supports feeding, healing, and facial development. 

Pre-surgical non-invasive options: 

Two major techniques are used before surgery to make the alignment better and help make surgical correction easier. 

Nasoalveolar Molding: 

• It is a custom-made oral appliance used in infants. 
• This helps bring the lip segments closer together gradually. 
• Improves nasal symmetry before surgery
• Typically started within the first few weeks of life. 

Lip Tapping: 

• Medically adhesive tape gently guides lip segments 
• Helps reduce cleft width 
• Commonly used when NAM is not available 

Pre-care for cleft lip surgery: 

To experience a smooth procedure with proper impacts, you will have to follow certain guidelines, which are;

• Ensure a complete medical checkup 

• Undergo medications for any infections 

• Maintain good hydration and monitor weight gain before therapy 

• Follow fasting guidelines 

• Ensure adequate weight gain before surgery 

• Treat any underlying conditions before 

• Use Lip tapping to reduce the cleft width

• Hemoglobin and basic blood work to rule out anemia

Common Techniques for Cleft Lip Repair:

Some of the common techniques used for the cleft lip repair are;

Millard Rotation Advancement Technique: 

• It is the most widely used technique worldwide

• Involves rotating and advancing the lip tissue to create a natural cupid’s bow

• Provides excellent aesthetic & Functional results 
• Commonly used for unilateral Cleft lip repair 

 Tennison Randall Technique:

• Uses a triangular flap to lengthen the hip 
• Help correct vertical lip height discrepancy 
• Often selected for wider unilateral clefts 

Fisher Anatomic Subunit Technique: 

• Focuses on precise anatomical landmarks of the lip 
• Aims for improved scar placement along natural facial lines. 
• Increasingly popular for a refined aesthetic outcome. 

Primary Cleft Rhinoplasty:

• Nasal deformity corrected at the time of lip repair 
• Improves nostril symmetry and nasal tip position 
• Reduces the need for future nasal surgeries.  

Procedure for Cleft Lip Surgery: 

The series of steps that you have to go through during this surgery are;

1. Anesthesia Administration: 

The baby will be gently administered general anesthesia to ensure complete safety and comfort throughout the procedure. 

1. Precise Incision Planning:

The lip is marked to place the incision according to the unique lip shape and cleft severity. This step ensures accurate symmetry and natural reconstruction. 

1. Tissue Repositioning and Repair: 

The separated lip tissues are brought together. The internal muscle layers are rebuilt to restore natural lip movement and function. Skin edges are aligned for a smooth, natural lip contour. 

1. Final Suturing: 

Dissolvable sutures are used to close the incision. These are useful for minimising scarring. 

Pre-care Instructions for Optimal Healing: 

For enhanced impacts and optimal healing, following post-care instructions is essential after cleft lip surgery.

• Keep the incision site clean and dry

• Administer prescribed medications 

• Feed with a spoon or soft-tipped syringe

• Refrain from putting hard toys near the mouth

• Use specialized feeding bottles if advised 

• Keep the baby in a slightly elevated position

• Avoid home remedies or non-prescribed creams 

Healing Timeline of Cleft Lip Surgery: 

The recovery after the surgery typically takes a few months to a year. During this time, you will go through the following;

Week 1: During this time, you will notice puffiness and discomfort. Use a syringe to feed the milk  Maintain the wound area  Let the baby wear arm restraints  Week 4-6: Enhanced sleeping patterns  The scar will start to reduce significantly Slight occasional tightness may be felt Gradual speech enhancement is noticed

Week 2-3: At this time, you can notice improvement in the bulge  You can start to feed the baby normally  Visit the physician for wound progress. Month 6-12: Scar will completely fade away  You can experience normal functionality  Must be recommended for speech therapy

Combination Treatments With Cleft Lip Surgery: 

Some kids with a cleft lip and palate may need other surgeries. These might include;

1. Speech Surgery: Most individuals can develop speech problems even after a successful surgery. A speech surgery is needed to correct and improve the nasal-sounding speech or VPD. 
2. Alveolar Bone Grafting: In this therapy, a small amount of bone from the hip is used to repair the cleft or notch in the gums. This surgery is usually done when the kid is 7-9 years old. 
3. Nose Surgery: Clefts of the lip also affect how the nose looks, so some kids may benefit from more surgery on the nose. Fixing minor problems, such as the shape of the nostrils, can be done during childhood. More extensive nose surgeries, if needed, are done when the child is finished growing.
4. Orthognathic Surgery: Some children with cleft palate need this surgery to realign the jaws and teeth when they’re older. It’s done when the child is completely grown. 

Common Risks of Cleft Lip Surgery: 

• Bleeding
• Infection 
• Swelling & Bruisning 
• Scarring 
• Lip or nose Asymmetry 
• Delayed Healing 
• Altered Sensation 

These risks are minimized through meticulous surgical techniques and proper aftercare.

Cost of Cleft Lip Surgery in Islamabad: 

The expense of cleft lip surgery in Islamabad is around 59,999 PKR. This is a general estimate and not considered a final price. This cost can change as per the patient’s case intensity and the extent of correction needed. You will get the final cost on your initial visit to the physician.  

Elements Influencing Expense: 

Pre-assessment tests

Case intensity 

Anesthesia 

Aftercare 

Combination approaches 

Secure Your Consultation for Gentle Care and Beautiful Cleft Lip Correction.

Are you worried seeing your child struggling with normal eating and talking? Are you concerned about the complications a split lip might lead to? Have you been searching for the best treatment plan to restore the child’s facial appearance? Schedule an appointment now with the Best physicians at Dynamic Aesthetic Clinics to undergo a gentle Cleft lip Surgery in Islamabad.

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