Treatment Needs of Adult Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate.

After completing care within a cleft/craniofacial team, most young adults have achieved the dental care, psychologic support, speech services, and surgical repairs that are designed to optimize their long-term outcomes. Some patients, however, continue to have ongoing health needs. These can be in the same realms as were present during their childhood years and may be difficult to address outside of a multidisciplinary team. In addition, new challenges can arise when entering the workplace or starting a family. This article explores the potential ongoing treatment needs that may exist and recommends strategies to address these.