Multidisciplinary Care Considerations for Children with Facial Clefts.

This article outlines a multidisciplinary clinical pathway for the care of children with cleft lip and/or palate, spanning prenatal diagnosis through adolescence. It details coordinated roles of surgical, medical, dental, and allied health providers; emphasizes standardized protocols for cleft lip, palate, and alveolar repair; and highlights strategies for quality improvement and pathway maintenance. Key considerations include perioperative best practices, speech and hearing management, genetic evaluation, and psychosocial support to ensure optimal long-term functional, esthetic, and mental health outcomes.