What an amazing group of cyclists we had participating in the 2023 Cycle for Smiles to raise funds for Operation Smile. Collectively, they raised almost R105 000 towards free, safe surgery for children born with cleft lip or palate – beating last year’s R80 000 record by an incredible 30%.
Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a ‘nose job’ is a surgical procedure for repairing or altering the appearance of the nose.
If you’ve been following the story of 2-year-old Ntlelo on our website, you’ll be delighted to hear that she was one of 22 children and adults who received life changing surgery last weekend
An obturator is a custom-made plate designed to close a gap between the roof of the mouth (palate) and the nasal cavity. Its primary function is to stop food and drink from entering the nasal passage.
For moms of babies born with cleft conditions, breastfeeding may be a challenge. Owing to structural abnormalities in the lip or mouth, infants born with a cleft lip or palate may not be able to latch onto the breast to create a seal.