Cleft and Craniofacial Center

Support and Resources

It is often helpful for parents and caregivers of children with craniofacial anomalies to connect with others who are facing similar issues and challenges. The Cleft and Craniofacial Center suggests a variety of helpful resources.

Foundations and Organizations

• American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association – a nonprofit organization dedicated to optimizing the quality of life for individuals affected by facial birth defects
• Cuddles for Clefts
• Ohio Department of Health
• The Smile Train − an international children’s charity dedicated to helping the millions of children in the world who suffer from cleft lip and palate

Other Resources

• Blog post: Preparing for a Baby with a Cleft Lip/Palate
• Book: Kummer, A.W. (2020). Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Conditions: A comprehensive guide to clinical management (4th ed.). Jones and Bartlett Learning