Cleft Lip and Palate
A cleft lip is a gap in the upper lip and a cleft palate is a gap in the roof of the mouth.
We also see people who may be experiencing speech problems related to how well their palate is working for speech even when there is no obvious cleft palate.
Our service is operated by an experienced team of specialists from a range of clinical disciplines, including:
- Surgeons
- Speech and language therapist
- Psychologists
- Specialist nurses
- Dental professionals
- Medical photographers.
We also work with smaller, local hospitals to provide outreach clinics. You can speak to your doctor about clinics available near you.
Who to contact
- 0191 282 0660
Additional Support
The Cleft Lip and Palate Association offers advice and support to individuals and families.
Local representatives can be contacted through their head office on 020 7431 0033.
Cleft Lip and Palate Association – CLAPA Website
Changing Faces provides advice and support for children, adults and parents with a visible facial difference contact them Monday to Friday 10.00am to 4.00pm
Telephone: 0300 012 0275
Opening Times
ROYAL VICTORIA INFIRMARY
QUEEN VICTORIA ROAD
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 4LP
