Most families only recognize the cosmetic impact of cleft lip and palate, yet its far-reaching effects on children’s growth underscore the necessity of systematic sequential treatment，Like Feeding difficulties: The palatal cleft creates an open passage connecting the oral and nasal cavities. Infants cannot generate negative oral pressure while sucking, leading to feeding struggles, choking during meals and milk regurgitation. Chronic feeding issues may hinder nutrient absorpt

Cleft Lip Repair – Optimal Window: 3–6 Months of Age Unilateral cleft lip surgery is recommended once the infant reaches 3 months of age with satisfactory body weight. Bilateral cleft lip patients with slower physical development may delay surgery to 5–6 months. Surgical goals: Layered suturing of lip muscles and skin to close the lip cleft, with concurrent minor correction of collapsed alae nasi and asymmetric nostrils.