Now that Caidy is here and we are able to see the extent of the clefts both James and I were asking "now what?'. Here is a little info on the scheduling that will take place in the next 18 months. Although vague on dates it gives us an idea and we will inform you when the actual dates are set.
The following is taken from the Cleft Palate/Craniofacial Program info packet.
Orthodontic Evaluation (within 2 weeks): assessment of clefts and fitting of an orthodontic appliance/nostril splinting and lip taping at about 1 week of age. Orthodontic follow-up as directed by the Orthodontist.
Plastic Surgeon Consultation (4-6 weeks of age): assessment of clefts, surgical planning education.
Cleft Surgery @ 3 months of age: This is a 1-2 night hospital stay.
Cleft Palate Team Assessment @ 8-9 months of age: Assessment will include nursing, pediatrics, audiology, speech & language pathology, plastic surgery, orthodontics & otolaryngology. This is a 2 day out-patient visit.
Cleft Palate Surgery @ approximately 9-12 months of age: This is usually a 2-3 night hospital stay.
Plastic Surgery, Audiology & Otolaryngology (ENT) recheck (6-8 weeks following Palate & middle ear tube Surgery): This may be done in the families own community or as directed by the child's surgeon.
Cleft Palate Team Assessment @ 18 months of age: same as previous assessment.
regular team follow-up at ages 3 & 5 years.
There is going to be a lot of info coming in the next couple of weeks and we are hoping that as we become more informed, we will be able to pass the info on to you as well! :)
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