Cleft palate is a birth defect that causes an opening in the mouth or lips due to incorrect mouth formation during embryonic development. It affects speech and feeding, and surgery is often required. The cause is unknown but may be inherited or related to maternal illness, tobacco, drugs, or alcohol use during pregnancy. Surgery is […]
Cleft lip and palate affect one in 2,500 newborns in the US, caused by incomplete closure of facial features during pregnancy. Genetic and environmental factors can contribute, and treatment involves surgery, orthodontics, and speech therapy. Complications include speech delays, ear infections, and missing teeth. Cleft lip and palate are the most common type of facial […]
Palate cancer affects the roof of the mouth and can cause symptoms such as painful swelling, lumps, and difficulty swallowing. Diagnosis involves a biopsy and other tests to determine the extent of the cancer. Treatment may involve radiation therapy, chemotherapy, surgery, or reconstructive surgery. Tobacco use is a leading cause of palate cancer. Palate cancer […]
Early detection of palatal cancer is crucial for effective treatment. Symptoms such as bad breath, mouth sores, loose teeth, and difficulty swallowing may indicate the disease. Risk factors include tobacco and alcohol consumption, genetics, and environmental influences. Treatment involves radiation therapy and surgery. Palatal cancer can form in the back, the “soft palate” region of […]
