**3. Conclusion**

This chapter has focused on the orthodontic aspect of cleft lip palate (CLP) treatment. However, it should be noted that management is multi-disciplinary involving a number of specialists including the oral and maxillofacial surgeons,

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Wexham Park Hospital, Slough,

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a high standard of dental health throughout treatment.

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cleft surgeons, ENT surgery, restorative and pediatric dentists, plastic surgeons, psychologists and speech therapists, etc. It is important for the orthodontist to communicate well with all these specialists in the management of CLP patients to allow for timely management. Additionally, it is prudent that the parents and patient are motivated for complex and elongated orthodontic management and maintenance of

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cleft surgeons, ENT surgery, restorative and pediatric dentists, plastic surgeons, psychologists and speech therapists, etc. It is important for the orthodontist to communicate well with all these specialists in the management of CLP patients to allow for timely management. Additionally, it is prudent that the parents and patient are motivated for complex and elongated orthodontic management and maintenance of a high standard of dental health throughout treatment.
